Reference number: CH001192

How do I install the latest video drivers on my computer?

Question:

How do I install the latest video drivers on my computers?

Answer:

Determine manufacturer and model

Before installing drivers it's important to first identify the manufacturer and model of your video card.  Additional information about determining the type of video card you have in the computer can be found on document CH000258.

Visit manufacturer website and download driver file

Once the video card manufacturer and model have been determined simply visit that manufactures page and download the driver from their support or download section. A listing of video card manufacturers can be found on our video card driver page.

Note: Many times for laptop and other OEM computer drivers we suggest that users get the drivers directly from the computer manufacturer. However, in the case of video cards because they're updated so frequently we suggest getting the drivers directly through the video card manufacture to make sure you've got the latest drivers.

Run / Install file

Once the file has been downloaded if you didn't choose to run the file, open the executable file to start the install of the new drivers. This will install like any other program and after installed you'll be asked to reboot the computer. Once completed reboot the computer and the latest drivers will be installed.

ATI and nVidia basic steps

Since many PC computers today are using either nvidia or ATI for their video cards or chipset. Below is a brief description of how to obtain and install these drivers on your computer.

First begin by visiting the nVidia or ATI (AMD) website. After visiting the page click Download Drivers to open the drivers page. From the drivers page select the product that corresponds to the model you have installed in the computer.

After this information has been selected you'll be presented with the latest download driver. Download this file and either run it or save it to a location you'll remember to run it from.

After downloaded if you didn't choose to run the file, open the executable file to start the install of the new drivers. This will install like any other program and after installed you'll be asked to reboot the computer. Once completed reboot the computer and the latest drivers will be installed.

Additional information:

• See document CH000868 for steps on determining a drivers version.
• See our driver page for additional help with drivers as well as a full listing of drivers for all computer related products.