Intel Q965 Express Chipset Utility Download (Official)
Supported Models
Intel Q965 Express Chipset
ACER 486 CPU to PCI & PCI to ISA bridge
ALI PCI IDE Controller
Advanced programmable interrupt controller
Appian PCI IDE Controller
CMD PCI-0640 PCI to IDE Controller
CMD PCI-0646 Bus Master PCI to IDE Controller
Compaq CPU to PCI bridge [original model 1000]
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
8.3.1.1009 (20-Dec-2007)
Additional Notes
Chipset Utility File
Uploaded By
siddhik (DG Staff Member) on 14-Nov-2016
Related Driver Updates
How to Update Intel Q965 Express Chipset Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the Intel Q965 Express Chipset driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Intel Q965 Express Chipset into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Intel Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Intel website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| ich8usb.cat | 7.9 KB | 23 May 2006 |
| ich8usb.inf | 5.5 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8usb_82801 USB devices.sld | 270.0 KB | 27 Jun 2006 |
| ich8usb_import_inf_log.txt | 143.9 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| machine.inf | 85.5 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| mshdc.inf | 27.6 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| usbport.inf | 23.7 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| ich8core.cat | 9.6 KB | 23 May 2006 |
| ich8core.inf | 6.0 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8core_82801 core devices.sld | 469.8 KB | 27 Jun 2006 |
| ich8core_import_inf_log.txt | 21.1 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8ide.cat | 9.3 KB | 23 May 2006 |
| ich8ide.inf | 4.1 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8ide_82801 IDE devices.sld | 199.8 KB | 27 Jun 2006 |
| ich8ide_import_inf_log.txt | 136.5 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8smb.cat | 9.3 KB | 23 May 2006 |
| ich8smb.inf | 3.4 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |
| ich8smb_82801 SMB core devices.sld | 30.3 KB | 27 Jun 2006 |
| ich8smb_import_inf_log.txt | 131.0 KB | 12 Jun 2006 |