Windows 7 Compaq Drivers CQ60-210US

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2 things Win7 will not load - SM bus controller driver and the co-processor driver - I'm having a hard time finding these drivers to load. Anyone help?

Thanks

 

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It seems like you're encountering issues with two drivers on Windows 7: the SM Bus Controller driver and the Co-Processor driver. Here's how you can locate and install these drivers:

Finding SM Bus Controller Driver:​

The SM Bus Controller driver is usually related to the system's chipset. To find and install the SM Bus Controller driver, you can follow these steps:

1. Check Device Manager:
   • Right-click on "Computer" or "This PC" on your desktop or in File Explorer.
   • Select "Manage" and then choose "Device Manager."
   • Look for any devices marked with a yellow exclamation point, which indicates a missing driver.
   []Identifying the Chipset:
   • To determine the chipset manufacturer, you can use tools like CPU-Z or HWiNFO.
   • Note down the chipset manufacturer and model to search for the correct driver.
   []Download the Driver:
   • Visit the official website of the chipset manufacturer (like Intel, AMD, or others).
   • Navigate to the support or drivers section and search for the chipset drivers corresponding to your model.
   []Install the Driver:
   • Download the driver package and run the installer.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

     Finding Co-Processor Driver:​

     The Co-Processor driver is often related to the processor. To find and install the Co-Processor driver:
   []Check Device Manager:
   • Follow the same steps as above to check for any devices with missing drivers.
   []Identify the Processor:
   • Similar to the chipset, you can use tools like CPU-Z to identify the processor model.
   []Download the Driver:
   • Visit the official website of the processor manufacturer (e.g., Intel or AMD).
   • Search for drivers related to your processor model.
2. Install the Driver:
   • Download the driver package and run the installer.
   • Complete the installation following the on-screen instructions.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Make sure to restart your system after installing the drivers.
     • Always download drivers from official sources to avoid potential security risks.
     • If you're unable to find the drivers, you can use driver update software like Driver Booster or Driver Easy to automatically search and install the latest drivers.
     If you encounter any difficulties during the process, feel free to provide more details about your system specifications so I can assist you further.