Windows 7 MSI mo board drivers?

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Have a new X58 MSI board and can't get Win7 to install the drivers, have CD for Vista drivers as well as Xp drivers but Win7 won't install because they are not 'signed' for Win7.

 

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It seems like you are having trouble installing drivers for your X58 MSI motherboard on Windows 7 due to driver signing issues. Here are a few steps you can take to potentially resolve this problem: 1. Driver Signing Enforcement: Windows 7 has a driver signing feature that prevents the installation of unsigned drivers. You can disable driver signing enforcement temporarily to install the drivers. Here's how: - Restart your computer and press F8 before Windows starts loading. - Select "Disable Driver Signature Enforcement" from the Boot options menu. - Proceed with the driver installation. 2. Compatibility Mode: You can try installing the drivers in compatibility mode. Here's how you can do it: - Right-click on the driver installation file. - Select "Properties" and go to the "Compatibility" tab. - Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for" and choose an older Windows version like Windows Vista or XP. - Apply the settings and try running the installer again. 3. Download Updated Drivers: Visit the MSI website or the manufacturer's website for your specific motherboard model and download the latest drivers compatible with Windows 7. Often, manufacturers release updated drivers that are compatible with newer operating systems. 4. Manual Driver Installation: You can manually install the drivers by following these steps: - Open Device Manager by pressing Windows key + X and selecting Device Manager. - Locate the device that needs the driver. - Right-click on it and select Update Driver Software. - Choose Browse my computer for driver software and navigate to the folder where you have the driver files. By following these steps, you should be able to install the drivers for your X58 MSI motherboard on Windows 7 without encountering the driver signing issue. If you encounter any specific errors or need further assistance, feel free to provide more details for tailored support.