Windows 7 Video driver for Trident Blade 2D/3D

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Installed 7 as dual boot (XP) on old system (7 years?, MS-6378 MB). On the whole runs OK. But 7 only installed VGA driver. Is it possible to find driver for the Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator intergrated graphics card, or can the xp driver be made to work ?

 

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To address the issue with the Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator integrated graphics card in Windows 7 on your old system, you have a couple of options:

Option 1: Searching for Windows 7 Drivers​

1. Manufacturer's Website: Visit the manufacturer's website of the Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator to see if they have drivers for Windows 7 available for download.
2. Windows Update: Check Windows Update for optional updates. Sometimes, Windows Update may provide drivers for older hardware.
3. Third-Party Websites: Look for third-party websites that might host drivers for the Trident Blade 2D/3D for Windows 7. Be cautious when downloading from unofficial sources to avoid malware.

   Option 2: Compatibility Mode with XP Drivers​

   If you cannot find Windows 7 drivers, you can try using the XP drivers in compatibility mode. Here's how you can do it:
4. Download XP Drivers: Obtain the XP drivers for the Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator.
5. Compatibility Mode: Right-click on the driver executable or installer file and go to Properties. Navigate to the Compatibility tab and select the checkbox for "Run this program in compatibility mode for:" and choose "Windows XP."
6. Run the Installer: Run the driver installer in compatibility mode as an XP program. This might enable the XP drivers to work on Windows 7.

   Note:​

   • It's important to create a system restore point before attempting any driver installations or modifications.
   • Sometimes, older hardware may have compatibility issues with newer operating systems, so results may vary.
   • If using XP drivers in compatibility mode doesn't work, you may need to consider upgrading the graphics card to a more modern and compatible one.
   Try these steps and see if you can get the Trident Blade 2D/3D video accelerator working on your Windows 7 system. Let me know if you need further assistance!