NVIDIA GPU Driver Reinstall
5 mins
Intermediate
To resolve your GPU issues, we can try a fresh installation of your NVIDIA GPU drivers.Please note this guide is for NVIDIA graphics cards. If you have an AMD graphics card, please refer to the following guide: AMD GPU Radeon Driver Clean Install
Why Should I Perform a Clean Install of NVIDIA GPU Drivers?
Reinstalling your NVIDIA drivers can help address several issues:
● Resolve Persistent GPU Issues: Fixes software conflicts and corrupted driver files that may be causing performance problems or crashes.
● Ensure Compatibility: Ensures that you have the latest drivers compatible with your GPU and other hardware.
● Boost Performance: A clean install removes old driver remnants, which can improve overall GPU performance and stability.
● Troubleshoot Effectively: Helps identify if driver-related problems are the cause of GPU issues.
Download the Latest NVIDIA GPU Drivers for Your GPU
Desktop
● First we'll head over to the NVIDIA Driver Downloads website
● Select the correct options depending on which GPU your system has.
● For desktop computers, it is important to select the option that does NOT have (Notebooks) in the title.
● Once you have searched for your most recent driver, click the Download button and then hit Download again on the second window.
Laptop
● First we'll head over to the NVIDIA Driver Downloads website
● For laptop computers, it is important to select the option that has Notebooks in the title.
● Once you have searched for your most recent driver, click the Download button and then hit Download again on the second window.
Installing the Driver
● Open the downloaded file, click 'OK', and wait for it to load. On the front install page, select 'Drivers and GeForce Experience'.
● Select a Custom install.
● Tick the box at the bottom to Perform a clean installation.
● If prompted, allow the system to restart to complete the installation. Once back into Windows, let the installation complete.