Windows 8/8.1 32/64 bit Drivers for Satellite P100/P105 Users

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I made an original post with my now ancient Satellite P105-S9722 back in 2009 & 2011 for Windows 7 64-bit drivers. Windows 7 Drivers for P100/105 Systems
Now that I have newer systems, I have experimented loading Windows 8 & 8.1 in my P105-S 9722 system.  Wanted to share some observations and any issues I came across.
I have listed here some basic drivers you can use for your P100/P105 systems for Windows 8 and 8.1 and 32/64-bit to work.  Many of these listed are from other users, but there may be some additional drivers many may not know about.  I can't guarantee that all of these will make your system work 100%, but hopefully this will make your upgrade just a little quicker & easier.
Before using these driver, I recommend you do a fresh install of Windows 8 or 8.1 32 or 64-bit regardless if you are using XP, Vista or 7 32 or 64-bit systems.
Now I did use an installation DVD instead of a flash drive since you may need to add additional features to make certain programs work.
After installing the Operating System (OS), immediately go to Programs and Features in Control Panel .  Make sure to turn on the .NET Framework 3.5 (includes .NET 2.0 and 3.0).  You will need this to install some of the Toshiba utilities.
Many of the native drivers for Windows 8 & 8.1 will automatically be installed.  The wifi driver should work.  I am using a Sparklan GN-WS30N 802.11n using Ralink RT2860 chipset that works in 8 & 8.1.
SOUND CARD: The biggest issue of Windows 8 & 8.1 32/64-bit is that there is no sound.  The old Audio 4.8.0.0 driver is the only driver that still works in Windows 8 & 8.1.  There are much newer versions, but for some reason, the old driver works the best.
1) Download the driver.
2) right click the file to extract it to a folder of the same name (do not double-click as the automatic installation will fail)
3) double-click on folder Audio4.8.0.0, then double-click again on subfolder Audio4.8.0.0 if present
4) double-click on folder BD1-BH1
5) double-click on folder VXP64
6) recommend to double-click on file BD16HAa.inf to check if your sound Hardware ID is listed under [Conexant.NTAMD64], should be HDAUDIO\FUNC_01&VEN_14F1&DEV_5047&SUBSYS_1179FF31
7) close BD16HAa.inf file if opened in step 6, then simply double-click Setup64.exe
8) restart system (although audio may work right away, always a good idea)
See Audio 4.8.8.0.zip Download on Bottom of post
SYNAPTIC TOUCHPAD:  If your P100/P105 has a dual Synaptic touchpad like mine, the driver does work in WIndows 8/8.1, BUT you still need the utility to make it work.
Download: Toshiba Touchpad
Here's the thing with the Toshiba file, when you save it or run it, it unzips the folder into the TEMP folder.  When you go to run it, the main setup will work.  In case the autorun does not work, here's what you need to do:
1) Change you folder selection so you can show hidden folders & files
2) After unzipping the file, open C:\Users\"YOURNAME"\AppData\Local\Temp\Synantec Touchpad.temp
3) Click on "Setup" icon to run the file. (This file worked just fine on my P105-S9722 machine)
PCMCIA/Express Card/SD (TI) CARD READER - This driver will allow the PCMCIA, Express Card & SD Readers work normally on Windows 8/8.1. 
There is issue with the Texas Instruments PCIxx12 Integrated FlashMedia Controller.  I did find a driver the does work:
Download: Texas Instruments PCIxx12 Integrated Flashmedia Controller
Nvidia Video Card - After loading the OS, the maximum resolution on the native drivers is only 1024 X 768.  In order to get the maximum resolution of 1440 X 900, a NVidia driver is required.
Download: Nvidia GeForce Release 179
Once this is loaded, use Windows Updates to download the most recent drivers.  Windows 8.1 definitely has a newer driver.  It is a good idea to download the NVidia GeForce Experience so that newer drivers can be installed: Nvidia GeForce Experience
Fingerprint Reader (Biometrics Devices) - The Upek driver only goes up to Windows 7, but Windows 8/8.1 does have a native driver through AuthenTec that does work.  The Toshiba fingerprint utility will be needed in order to user the fingerprint reader.  The Toshiba Utility can be downloaded here:
Upek Fingerprint Driver 5.8.0.4024
The utility should work with the native driver.
That's pretty much it for the basic drivers.  I did not include LAN or Wireless Drivers.
Finally make sure the most recent Bios are installed v4.70: http://cdgenp01.csd.toshiba.com/content/support/do​​wnloads/sp100v470.exe
There are attachments and links, but let me know if anyone is not able to download or use any of these links posted.
Current Issues & Observations:  After I shut the computer down, when I open the screen, the computer automatically turn on.  I haven't figured that out yet, but I'm sure I'll post a fix in the near future.  The computer definitely boots much faster compared to Windows 7 and I've upgraded the older spinner drive with a Sata III SSD Drive.  Even with only 4GB of memory and the first generation Duo Core processor, P105-S9722 is still running well.
I may do another post if I decide to try out WIndows 10, but for now, it's nice to know that even though the old P100/P105 systems do not support anything over Windows Vista, we can use the contempory software on a system almost 10 years old.
Good luck.
Attachments:
Audio4.8.0.0.zip ‏9134 KB

Answer 1

That should work as well for all the models in part-number family PSCJEU. At least these, probably more..
    Satellite C55-A5104 (PSCJEU-00K00R)
    Satellite C55-A5105 (PSCJEU-00K018)
    Satellite C55-A5180 (PSCJEU-00F001)
    Satellite C55-A5190 (PSCJEU-00L001)
    Satellite C55-A5140 (PSCJEU-00K001)
    Satellite C55-A5137 (PSCJEU-036012)
    Satellite C55T-A5123 (PSCJEU-01G00Q)
-Jerry