Download new drivers microsoft ac adapter for hp dv3500

A blast from the past!

The HP Pavilion dv3500 is an older laptop model, and it's great that you're looking to update the drivers. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you download and install the latest drivers for the Microsoft AC Adapter on your HP dv3500:

Step 1: Check the current driver version

Before downloading new drivers, check the current version of the Microsoft AC Adapter driver installed on your laptop. You can do this by:

  1. Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager.
  2. In the Device Manager, expand the "Universal Serial Bus Controllers" section.
  3. Right-click on the "Microsoft AC Adapter" device and select "Properties."
  4. In the Properties window, click on the "Driver" tab.
  5. Note down the current driver version.

Step 2: Go to the HP website

Visit the HP website (www.hp.com) and navigate to the "Support" section.

  1. Click on "Support" and then select "Downloads" from the dropdown menu.
  2. Enter your laptop's model number (HP Pavilion dv3500) in the search bar.
  3. Select your operating system (Windows XP, Vista, or 7, depending on your laptop's OS).
  4. Click on the "Find it" button.

Step 3: Search for the Microsoft AC Adapter driver

In the search results, look for the "Microsoft AC Adapter" driver. You can filter the results by selecting "Driver" as the file type.

  1. Click on the "Microsoft AC Adapter" driver to open its details page.
  2. Check the "Release Date" and "File Size" to ensure you're downloading the latest version.
  3. Click on the "Download" button to save the driver file to your computer.

Step 4: Install the new driver

  1. Once the download is complete, run the installer file (it should be a.exe file).
  2. Follow the installation prompts to install the new driver.
  3. Restart your laptop to ensure the changes take effect.

Step 5: Verify the driver installation

After restarting your laptop, go back to the Device Manager (Step 1) and check the "Microsoft AC Adapter" device properties again. The driver version should now be updated to the latest version.

That's it! You should now have the latest Microsoft AC Adapter driver installed on your HP Pavilion dv3500. If you encounter any issues during the installation process, feel free to ask, and I'll do my best to help you troubleshoot.