Dell Inspiron N5010 Drivers: Windows 7 64-bit Download
The Dell Inspiron N5010 is a 15-inch laptop from the Windows 7 era (Intel HM57 chipset) that is still found in homes, schools and repair shops. After a clean Windows 7 install, the usual leftovers are no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, no sound, a screen stuck at a low resolution and a touchpad without scrolling. This page lists only the drivers that fix those problems for Windows 7 64-bit, with the file version and size shown before you click.
About these downloads
- Every button points to Dell's own download server (downloads.dell.com). We do not host or modify any files.
- Only the essential drivers are listed. Intel WiMAX and Intel Wireless Display packages were left out because few units need them.
- Last reviewed: October 2026. This is old hardware, so Dell may have moved some files. If a link no longer works, open Dell Support and search with your laptop's Service Tag.
- Microsoft ended security updates for Windows 7 in January 2020, so avoid sensitive logins on such a laptop and keep it offline where you can.
Which drivers does your N5010 need?
Dell sold this model with different wireless and graphics options, so not every package below fits every unit. Check these first:
- 64-bit Windows 7? Open Control Panel → System and look for "System type: 64-bit Operating System". The packages on this page are listed for Windows 7 64-bit.
- Which Wi-Fi card? Open Device Manager → Network adapters. Match the name: "Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000", "Intel WiFi Link / Centrino Advanced-N 62xx", "Dell Wireless 1501" or "Dell Wireless 1520". Install only the matching package.
- Which graphics? Open Device Manager → Display adapters. Every unit has Intel graphics. Install the AMD Radeon driver only if an AMD chip is listed as well.
- Unknown devices? Right-click the device → Properties → Details → Hardware Ids to see exactly which chip it is.
Dell Inspiron N5010 drivers for Windows 7 (64-bit)
| Category | Driver | Version | Size | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIOS | Dell Inspiron N5010 System BIOS | A15 | 2.6 MB | Download |
| Chipset | Intel HM57 Express Chipset | 9.1.1.1025, A00 | 2.42 MB | Download |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics Media Accelerator | 15.17.11.64.2202, A02 | 39.9 MB | Download |
| Graphics | AMD ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 / 5470 / 4200 / 550v | 8.742, A02 | 130.28 MB | Download |
| Audio | IDT 92HD79B1 High-Definition Audio | 6.10.0.6289, A03 | 25.55 MB | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000 | 13.2.0.30, A00 | 48.84 MB | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Intel WiFi Link 6200 / 6250 / 6300 | A02 | 46.83 MB | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Dell Wireless 1501 Half Mini-Card | 5.60.48.35, A01 | 79.92 MB | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Dell Wireless 1520 Half Mini-Card | 5.60.48.18, A03 | 81.31 MB | Download |
| Bluetooth | Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth Driver | 6.2.1.1100, A00 | 59.65 MB | Download |
| Bluetooth | Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth Module Application | 6.2.0.9600, A02 | 61.92 MB | Download |
| LAN | Realtek RTL8103T Ethernet Controller | 7.13.112.2010, A00 | 5.46 MB | Download |
| Touchpad | Dell Touchpad | 15.0.0.1, A00 | 30.08 MB | Download |
| Card reader | Realtek RTS5159 / RTS5138 Card Reader | 6.1.7600.30127, A01 | 9.43 MB | Download |
Bluetooth tip: install the Bluetooth driver first. If Bluetooth still does not appear after a restart, also install the Module Application from the next row.
Recommended install order
- Chipset first, then restart. Other drivers depend on it.
- LAN or Wi-Fi, so the laptop can get online and use Windows Update.
- Graphics: Intel first, then the AMD driver only if your unit has an AMD chip. Restart when asked.
- Audio, then Bluetooth if you use it.
- Touchpad and card reader.
- BIOS last, and only if needed. Keep the AC adapter plugged in, close other programs and do not turn the laptop off while the firmware is being written.
Common problems and quick fixes
- No Wi-Fi networks appear: the installed wireless package probably does not match your card. Check the card name in Device Manager and install the matching package.
- Screen looks stretched or blurry: the graphics driver is missing. Install the Intel driver, then restart.
- No sound: install the IDT audio driver, then make sure the right playback device is set as default.
- Touchpad scrolling does not work: install the Dell Touchpad driver and enable scrolling in Mouse properties.
- Installer refuses to run: confirm that your Windows is Windows 7 64-bit. These packages are not for 32-bit Windows.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need both the Intel and the AMD graphics driver?
Only if your laptop has a separate AMD Radeon chip. Units with just Intel graphics need only the Intel driver.
Can I use these drivers on Windows 10 or Windows 11?
This page covers Windows 7 64-bit only. Windows 11 is not officially supported on this laptop's first-generation Intel Core processor. On Windows 10, Windows Update may supply generic drivers, but there is no guarantee that every device works.
Should I update the BIOS after reinstalling Windows?
Not necessarily. If everything works, the BIOS can stay as it is. When you do update, use version A15 from the table, keep the laptop on AC power and do not interrupt it.
A download link is dead. What now?
Dell has moved older files before. Open Dell Support, enter your Service Tag and download the same driver name and version from there.
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Note: Always choose the driver that matches your Windows version, the 32-bit or 64-bit architecture and the hardware installed in your Dell Inspiron N5010. Driver availability can change over time, so verify your model and hardware configuration before installing firmware or drivers.
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