Re: Chipset drivers probs w/ Win98SE on Dim4300


"Scott I. Remick" <scott@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Ok, for starters just accept the fact that this is Win98 SE. Yes we all
> hate it. No, 2000 or XP is not an option... this is charity work and all
> they have is Win98.
>


Hi Scott -

Not to be pissy about it, but that machine probably has a COA for WinMe on
the side of the case. Now before you dismiss the idea entirely, WinMe
(while more bloated than Win98) would likely have/find most all of the
drivers for the system straight from the disc......

You may likely have to use WinMe drivers where/if there are no drivers for
Win98 - for some of the devices.

If the COA/label/license is there, then all you need is either a Dell OEM
WinMe CD or even a retail WinMe disc........

Just a thought. I used to love hunting drivers at one time, but now I
despise it...


Stew


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