readme.txt Driver File Contents (D00268-001-004.exe)

Information and Instructions about this download file

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File Description: Broadcom Wireless Network Card Driver
Revision: 3.100.64.0
Operating System: Microsoft(r) Windows(r) XP
Driver Part Number: D00268-001-004.exe 
Driver Date: 02/16/2006
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Table of Contents
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Overview
Identification
Installation
Program Use
Removal
Troubleshooting
Reason for Update
Applicable Part Numbers
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Overview

This document describes the steps necessary to install and configure the Windows XP Broadcom 802.11g network adapter driver for the Gateway computer models listed in the Applicable Part Numbers section below.  


Identification

If you have a Gateway computer listed in the Applicable Part Numbers section below and you are running Windows XP, install these drivers.


Installation

Download and double-click the file (D00268-001-004.exe).  Files self-extract and copy into the C:\Cabs\D00268-001-004 folder on the hard drive.

1.  From the Start menu, click Run. 

2.  In the Run dialog box, type: C:\Cabs\D00268-001-004\Setup.exe.  Click OK.

3.  In the License Agreement window, click I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next.

4.  In the Location to Save Files window, click Next.

5.  Files extract as the driver installs.

6.  In the InstallShield Wizard Complete dialog box, click Finish.


Removal

1.  From the Start menu, click Control Panel. 

2.  In Control Panel, double-click Add or Remove Programs.

3.  In the Add or Remove Programs window, select BCM Wireless Network Adapter, and then click Change/Remove.

4.  In the Confirm Removal dialog box, click OK.

5.  The driver files remove.

6.  Close Add or Remove Programs.

7.  In Control Panel, double-click the System icon.  

8.  In the System Properties dialog box, click the Hardware tab.  On the Hardware tab, click Device Manager.

9.  In Device Manager, select Broadcom 802.11g Network Adapter, and then on the Driver tab, click Uninstall. 


Troubleshooting

If you are having difficulty during or after the driver installation, follow the removal procedure, and then reinstall the drivers.


Reason for Update

This is the initial release of the driver.


Applicable Part Numbers

Gateway Profile 5.5:

Profile 5.5 R0 - 3501887
Profile 5.5 - WMD3501887

Profile 5.5 Motherboard: WME4000960 

Gateway M250:

1008469 - Gateway M250E 
1008545 - Gateway M250ES 
1008470 - Gateway M250G 
1008476 - Gateway M250GS 
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How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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