Chipsets; Downloading The Chipset Driver; Identifying The Chipset - Dell Inspiron 22 3263 Service Manual

WARNING: When you disconnect the power adapter cable from the computer, pull on its connector, not the cable itself.
When disconnecting cable, keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. When connecting the cable,
ensure that the port and the connector are correctly oriented and aligned.
WARNING: The power adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips
vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical
outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.

Chipsets

The chipset is virtually divided into two sections — Northbridge and Southbridge. All computer components communicate with the CPU
through the chipset.
This computer is shipped with the chipset integrated in the processor.

Downloading the chipset driver

1. Turn on your computer.
2. Go to www.dell.com/support.
3. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your computer and click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto-detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
4. Click Drivers & downloads > Find it myself.
5. Scroll down the page and expand Chipset.
6. Click Download to download the chipset driver for your computer.
7. After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the chipset driver file.
8. Double-click the chipset driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.

Identifying the chipset

1. On the taskbar, click the search box, and then type Device Manager.
2. Click Device Manager.
The Device Manager window is displayed.
3. Expand System devices.
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