Updating Nvidia GeForce Graphics Card Drivers
In the world of technology, keeping your graphics card drivers up-to-date is crucial for an optimal gaming and video editing experience. This article will walk you through the process of updating drivers using the Nvidia App, manually downloading drivers, and even rolling back to previous versions.
To update drivers via the Nvidia App, simply switch to the Drivers tab, check for updates, and download the driver suitable for your GPU model. However, for manual updates, you'll need to know your GPU model and navigate to Nvidia's website to download the correct driver.
When it comes to performing a clean installation or uninstallation, DDU, a popular third-party tool, is often recommended. DDU suggests that users roll back or uninstall their GPU drivers in Safe Mode to prevent software from interfering with the process.
The Nvidia App offers an Express installation and a Custom installation option. The Custom installation allows users to pick additional software and extra drivers from Nvidia, and also offers the option of performing a clean installation. During the installation process, the screen may flicker a few times, which is normal.
If you wish to roll back to a previous NVIDIA Game Ready driver, there are several supported methods. You can use Windows Device Manager rollback (if available), manually download and install the older driver from NVIDIA, or use a third-party clean-uninstall tool like DDU.
Remember, the Nvidia App does not allow rolling back Nvidia drivers. If you encounter issues while using the App, download the driver directly from NVIDIA’s website and install it manually. It's also advisable to disable aggressive antivirus, VPNs, or the NVIDIA App during installations if you encounter errors.
For a thorough cleanup, if you choose to remove all components of the driver during the uninstaller wizard, it will result in a clean slate. However, be aware that uninstalling the driver will leave your PC running on a very basic graphics driver, which may cause issues such as not being able to use two monitors or the GPU being locked to the wrong resolution.
DDU supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 and works on AMD, Intel, and Nvidia GPUs. It's a useful tool if you want to be extra sure you're doing a clean install, especially when buying a new GPU from a different vendor.
Lastly, it's important to note that using the Add or remove programs feature in Windows, users can uninstall the Nvidia Graphics Driver along with accompanying software. Conversely, using the Device Manager, users can only uninstall the driver itself and not accompanying software.
In conclusion, whether you're updating, rolling back, or performing a clean install, following these steps will ensure a smooth and efficient process for managing your Nvidia graphics drivers.
Despite the vast array of gadgets like smartphones and other electronic devices, the process of updating advanced technology, such as your Nvidia graphics drivers, remains crucial for an optimal gaming and video editing experience. If you find the Nvidia App does not allow rolling back Nvidia drivers, you can manually download an older driver from NVIDIA’s website to perform this action.
