Dell installation - need application/x msdownload - where to find

[ptownRandy]

Hi,

I've been trying to download my Dell printer. It says I need application/x msdownload to install R190176.exe. I went to MS download and I can't find a download - there's lots of information, but no download. Appreciate all help.

[patio]

Dell drivers and their machines are finicky...
The drivers therefore should only come from Dell.
Travel to the Dell site...enter your Service Tag # from the rear of the machine and it will list all your drivers.

[ptownRandy]

I had gone to the Dell website. I downloaded the driver and then I got the message that windows does not recognize application/x msdownload, which I assume is a prerequisite to download the driver. I typed application/x msdownload and went to the msdownload site. I get plenty of information, but I can't seem to find where the actual download is located.

[patio]

I'm afraid we're gonna need alot more info to continue here including what Ver. of Windows and Service Paks you are running...what changes have been made to the system and a link to the DLoad page you're referring to...

[BC_Programmer]

application/x-msdownload is a MIME type. what browser are you using?

[ptownRandy]

Internet Explorer

[ptownRandy]

Is it possible to download on another browser.

[patio]

Where's the link to the DLoad ? ?

[ptownRandy]

Many thanks for your help, but I have solved the problem. It is a new computer and I'm still downloading programs. I had to download Windows Media 11 and that solved the problem.

[patio]

No offense but that makes no sense whatsoever...

But good to hear you are fixed up...

[ptownRandy]

I agree - I found the information on the net. I will probably be back. I can't print again. I'm dealing with some viruses. I will more than likely be back.