Envy dv7-7212nr and Windows 7 64Bit

Just finished downgrading Envy dv7-7212nr from Windows 8 to Windows 7 Ultimate 64Bit. Below is the list of drivers and software paks needed to get everything working.
Hope this helps any of you having issues with wireless or fingerprint drivers. All function buttons and on/off buttons working as they should. You may need additional software if you changed your boot drive to SSD or if you change the wirless card as I did. Currently running an Intel SSD and Intel 7260 dual band wireless card.
Caveat: I have tried every combination of BIOS setting and boot possibilities to try to get Win7 to install in UEFI mode with no luck. Tried Microsofts boot procedure, rufus installer, installing from DVD, installing from USB. No luck. It gets through the boot and at the Windows opening screen with the floating squares merging together, it hangs. That's as far as it gets. Only success has been installing in Legacy mode. If anyone has a solution to this... I would be happy to listen.
Like I said... running fine in Legacy mode.
All of these upgrades were run AFTER all updates from Microsoft Windows Update were installed. You can then look for updates from this point on after doing the below installs.
All done with a clean install on a bare SSD using the Win7 iso files available from Microsoft web site.
Anyway... the drivers and sofpac installers below all work:
Intel Driver Update Utility Installer - avail at Intel site
Intel USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller 1.0.101.255- avail at Intel site
sp64959 - Intel chipset driver
sp59653 - Realtek PCIE Controller
sp62291 - HP Support Assistant
sp63599 - UEFI Support Environment Diagnostics
sp64144 - 3D Drive guard
sp64205 - Intel My WiFi
sp64740 - Cyberlink Power 2 Go Software
sp64854 - Cyberlink Media Suite Software
sp64958 - IDT Audio Driver
sp64961 - Intel Management Engine Interface
sp64963 - Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver
sp64966 - nVidia High Definition Video driver
sp64969 - Realtek Card Reader
sp64968 - Realtek Local Area Network Driver
sp65424 - HP Cool Sense
sp65790 - Cyberlink LabelPrint Software
sp65795 - Cyberlink YouCam Software
sp65796 - Cyberlink PowerDVD Software
sp66111 - Synaptics Touchpad
sp67075 - Validity FingerPrint Driver
sp61399 - SimplePass Fingerprint Security Software
Hope this is a help to some of you. Machine runs great in Legacy mode with Win7 and these installs.
Again... if anyone has success in installing and setting up in UEFI mode - I sure would appreciate some detailed step by step instructions.
Thanks again!

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Please go to Control Panel, Sound make sure that the Microphone option is set as default and that the mic levels are adjusted accordingly, not mute.
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Here are the specs for your HP ENVY dv7-7212nr Notebook Computer. Here is the HP ENVY dv7 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide for your computer. Here is the HP parts list for your computer.
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Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes hard drive bracket, primary hard drive connector cable, secondary hard drive connector cable, and screws) - HP p/n 681976-001"
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Hi,
I installed the Lojack software on my laptop and the windows stopped working and started showing a blue screenerror. Because of this my laptop don't work and I can’t restore or reinstall Windows.
My laptop is a Envy DV7 7212nr.
The only solution is to rewrite the BIOS chip. But the BIOS file that HP provides to download can not be written directly to the chip because it is very large and can only be used when the laptop is running normally (this is not my situation).
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HP ENVY DV7-7212nr Possible Motherboard Failure?

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Bought a hp envy dv7 7212nr can i upgrade the mssd drive

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Yes you can but you have to change/reconfig the setup. Like my machine, at this stage it's a "cache" drive for IRST
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/rapid-storage-technology.html
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How do I install a 512MB SSD in my ENVY dv7-7212nr Notebook PC?

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Hey texasbootz,
I'll have to get you to answer a few questions to understand what is going on exactly:
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Issue with HP Envy dv7-7212nr

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HP Envy dv7 - No Audio When Connected to TV by HDMI Cable; Windows 8.1

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This is one of the BIGGEST reasons why I would want to take my PC and chuck it into the nearest heavily traveled lane of traffic and watch it get completely destroyed by any vehicle that runs over it then go buy a MAC. The idiocy involved in doing such a simple task is revolting.
FIrstly, and in no way am I directing my ire at you specifically, I have already performed almost everything you have listed for me to try... PREVIOUS to me posting this cry for help.
Secondly, I included a screen shot of the sound devices in my first post and indicated that my display driver/device is Intel(R) HD Graphics 4000. Beyond that, I don't know what you are looking for.
Thirdly, and most frustrating, the document you told me to "follow every single word of instruction" (which I have previously done) doesn't even tell me to connect the laptop to the TV. It talks about the different kinds of connections but never actually TELLS me to connect the laptop to the TV and WHEN to do it.
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I am at my wits end. And I have NO INTENTION OF PAYING SOMEONE TO MAKE THIS WORK!!!! There is NO reason why it should not work upon conection of the HDMI cable.
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I read that if you go on Facebook and click on "Change Profile Picture" and then "Take Picture" it activates the webcam, but not in my case.
When I start CyberLink YouCam it says that there was no webcam found and if I have to activate it if I have one.
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If the webcam worked before, it may be "stuck". If that is the case, then a Reset may kick it all free and you will be "back in business" in a couple of minutes. If the Reset does not fix it, there are a few more options. Stop when it works.
At the bottom is a Help Guide that goes over the testing and options that you have available from the software side to help you solve the problem.
This is a brand new system; if all else fails, please do call HP and ask for help! Just because the webcam worked before does not mean it works now. These little webcams are delicate and they can break - the wires are tiny and they can be crushed, bent, or broken at any time. If the stubborn webcam won't work, Call HP and ask for help. Something may have been missed or the little beast may be broken!
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Try this simple Reset:
Notebooks- Forced Reset to Resolve Hardware and Software Issues- Sealed Non-Removable Battery
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Is your Driver Installed?
sp59986 Cyberlink YouCam
NOTE the name and the location - the *.exe file will likely save to "Downloads “
Install the Software / Driver installation package: If you have ‘Admin’ control, you may highlight the package(s) and “double-click” to install, else Right-Click, Select ‘run as Administrator’ and install.
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If the Reset and the Driver Installation do not bring Joy:
Close all your applications and Shut down the notebook
Press the Power key and as the notebook is starting, Tap away on the ESC key to get into the Start Menu
Select F10 to enter the BIOS Menu
Press F5 to load the Defauls (might be F9 - see the bottom of the page for the correct key)
Using the ARROW keys to navigate, Select YES and hit ENTER
Let the system completely load (boot up), and log in
Start Screen > Desktop > Windows key + X > Device Manager
Check the Device Manager for the HP TrueVision Webcam device
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BIOS Update
You can check to make sure your BIOS is updated to the latest version. If needed, and you decide to do so, you can opt to update the BIOS.
HP ENVY dv7-7202eg Notebook PC Drivers & Downloads
When updating the BIOS:
Disconnect all USB drives
Always run in AC power
Do not touch the system while the update is in progress
Optional: leave wireless button ON, but turn off the router (to make sure there are no interruptions)
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The "All Things Webcam" for Windows 8:
HP Notebook, TouchSmart, and AiO PCs - Webcam Troubleshooting (Windows 8)
Good Luck!
Kind Regards,
Dragon-Fur

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I tried, and once again suffered an epic fail. I just wasted another 5 hours. The upgrade process went all the way through, then a failure was detected on boot up. It tried again, same result, so without giving me any choice it automatically installed my previous operating system. Then on boot up it shoved a big message in my face telling me how sorry they were that the upgrade failed. This is absolutely infuriating. I consider this upgrade process to be a monumental failure by Microsoft. Not because of the failure itself because I can accept things do fail - but of the complete lack of information provided about what caused the failure. Microsoft are not giving me any chance of being able to resolve this issue by understanding what is causing these failures. All I get is unhelpful messages saying FAILED. Why is it so difficult for the upgrade process to record a log file as it goes thru the process? What p's me off is that my Windows 8 continually pesters me to upgrade to Windows 8.1. When I try, it fails- treating me like the village idiot by withholding information about what is causing the failure. I've no idea why Microsoft would want to withhold such information. So far I have tried 3 times to do this upgrade, and probably spent the best part of 24 hours not being able to use my laptop whilst Microsoft's hopeless operating system upgrade fails. I now have a very expensive HP laptop which will shortly become a brick due to my not being able to upgrade the operating system - in due course Microsoft will withdraw support for Windows 8 and I won't be able to do any upgrades. Very unhappy user here.

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