Stylus doesnt work on tablet pc (Acer C210)

[wadders]

i recently upgraded my tablet pc (Acer C210) to vista, however this just made the computer crash so i have re-installed XP and downloaded all the drivers i can find from the acer website. even with everything installed (drivers) the stylus still isn't working.
Ill put all the information about the computer below and if anyone could point me in the right direction i would be most greatful!



Property Value
Manufacturer Acer, Inc.
Model Eagle2B2
Version Not Applicable
Serial Number LXTDG0E04563805FFE2523

Chipset Vendor Intel Corporation
Chipset Model 955XM/945GM/PM/GMS/940GML Express Processor to DRAM Controller
South Bridge 82801GBM (ICH7-M) LPC Interface Controller
SMBus Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) SMBus Controller @18A0h

CPU Intel Core 2 Duo
Cpu Socket Socket 479 [U2E1]
Processor Upgrade ZIF Socket

System Slots 1 PCI

Memory Summary
Name Physical Memory

Warning! Accuracy of DMI data cannot be guaranteed







Property Value
Number of CPU(s) One Physical Processor / 2 Cores / 2 Logical Processors / 64 bits
Vendor GenuineIntel
CPU Full Name Intel Core 2 Duo
CPU Name Intel(R) Core(TM)2 CPU T5500 @ 1.66GHz
CPU Code Name Merom
Technology 0.065µ
Platform Name Socket 479
Type Original OEM processor
Max Voltage 3.30 V
Tj. Max 100 ºC (212 ºF)
FSB Mode QDR
Platform ID 5
Microcode ID C7
Type ID 0
CPU Clock 1666.79
System Bus Clock -1.0
System Clock 166.68
Multiplier 10.00
Original Clock 1666.67
Original Bus Clock 666.67
Original System Clock 166.67
Original Multiplier 10.00
Overclock 0.01%
L2 Cache Speed 1666.79 MHz
L2 Cache Speed Full
CPU Family / Model / Stepping 6 / F / 6
Cache 32 KB L1 I-Cache, 32 KB L1 D-Cache, 2048 KB L2 Cache
Instructions MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, EM64T, XD, MSR, SpeedStep
Architecture x86








Property Value
BIOS Version ACRSYS - 6040000
ZE2 v0.3204 3B04
ZE2 v0.3204 3B04
PhoenixBIOS 4.0 Release 6.1
Ver 1.00PARTTBL
ZE2 v0.3204 3B04
BIOS Date 12/14/06








Property Value
Device ID HID\WACF004COL02\626C9905E00001
Status 0x0180200a Started
Problem 0x00000000 (0)
Service mouhid
Capabilities 0x000000a0
Config Flags 0x00000000
Class Mouse
Manufacturer Microsoft
Hardware IDs HID\WACF004Col02
HID\*WACF004Col02
HID_DEVICE_SYSTEM_MOUSE
HID_DEVICE_UP:0001_U:0002
HID_DEVICE
Class GUID {4D36E96F-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}
Bus number 0x00000000
Enumerator name HID
Description HID-compliant mouse
Driver {4D36E96F-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}\0001
Physical Object Name \Device\0000008e
Bustype GUID {33203044-2037-4641-2045-452036332031}
Legacy bus type 0x0000000f
Install State 0x00000000

Device Configuration File msmouse.inf
InfPath msmouse.inf
InfSection HID_Mouse_Inst
InfSectionExt .NT
ProviderName Microsoft
DriverDateData 00 80 62 C5 C0 01 C1 01
DriverDate 7-1-2001
DriverVersion 5.1.2600.0
MatchingDeviceId hid_device_system_mouse
DriverDesc HID-compliant mouse

Class Mouse
UpperFilters mouclass
Mice and other pointing devices
Icon -2
Installer32 SysSetup.Dll,MouseClassInstaller
NoInstallClass 1
TroubleShooter-0 hcp://help/tshoot/hdw_mouse.htm





Thank you

[Disk_Contented]

You reinstalled the tablet PC edition? Not the standard computer release?
The input device is listed as a mouse and dates back to 2001.

[yoyobboy]

wa does gap mean my freind ses it is gay and proud is it?

[Disk_Contented]

In English please, yob boy

[wadders]

Originally Posted by Disk_Contented

You reinstalled the tablet PC edition? Not the standard computer release?
The input device is listed as a mouse and dates back to 2001.

I was told that if i installed the standard windows xp it could be upgraded by downloading drivers from the acer web site (which i have done and it still doesnt work)... i was never given any disks with my computer though, as acer are being a pain in the arse and basically want you to pay over 50quid each time i have it sent off.

Is the problem that i need tablet pc edition, because i belive my dad said he would get me a copy if thats what was needed.

Cheers for the reply.


p.s. 'yoyobboy' are you retarded?

[Disk_Contented]

I would have expected some sort of restore facility from the seller. I think you got fobbed off.

From Microsofts FAQ:

Q3: What does Windows XP Tablet PC Edition include that Microsoft Windows XP Professional does not?

A: Windows XP Tablet PC Edition includes everything that is available in Windows XP Professional, and the following additional features:
• Pen Input: Tablet PCs include digital pens that you use to control the computer and to write text in your own handwriting.
• Tablet PC Input Panel: Input Panel is an on-screen keyboard and writing pad. With Input Panel, you can type text without your standard keyboard.
• Microsoft Windows Journal: Windows Journal turns your Tablet PC into a writing pad.
• Microsoft Sticky Notes: You can use Sticky Notes to create and manage short handwritten or voice notes in the same manner that you would keep a stack of paper sticky notes.
• Handwriting Recognition and Conversion: You can write in your own handwriting, and then convert it to typed text.
• Speech Recognition: Tablet PCs have built-in speech-recognition capabilities.
• Document Annotation: You can annotate imported documents with a Tablet PC pen.
• Reading: Your Tablet PC uses Microsoft ClearType technology and a high-resolution display.
• Screen Rotation: You can quickly rotate your screen for landscape or portrait viewing.
• Gestures: You can use your Tablet PC pen to make "gestures." "Gestures" are movements with the pen that complete common tasks.

It appears that is the true answer as it provides complete support.

What I found that may fix it before you go to any expense though, is service pack 2.
There's also this:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/306906/en-us

Worth a try first?

Drop a note to say if you tried the latter fixes and if it worked.

[wadders]

It was my own fault there was no restore as i formatted the hard drive when i tried to put vista on (im now sticking to xp as vista doesnt run very well on my tablet)

I had a word with someone that works for codemaster (games company) he sent me a link for a stylus driver for the Acer C210.

It seems to work although had a few problems regarding the install.
Didn't work first time, the pen moved for about 20 seconds then stopped again. but after uninstalling the driver and reinstalling it again it seems to work fine now.

Thanks for the information though, greatly appreciated!

Ill post the link so that anyone else with a similar problem can try it. (but as its on mega upload i cant say how long it will be available for)

Link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=96J3E3PT

Thanks again

[if this link stops working please email me as i have a copy of this driver on my computer and will gladly send it via email.]