What to Do If You Install the Wrong Graphics Driver
Graphics drivers ensure your hardware and operating system communicate properly. Using the wrong driver can lead to display issues, performance problems, or crashes. This article provides solutions to fix these issues and restore your graphics card's functionality.
Step 1: Roll Back the Driver
Press Win + X and select "Device Manager".
In the Device Manager window, find the "Display adapters" category, right-click on your graphics card name, and select "Properties".
In the graphics card properties window, switch to the "Driver" tab and click the "Roll Back Driver" button.
If the "Roll Back Driver" button is grayed out, it indicates that there is no previous driver version available to roll back to. You will need to consider other solutions.
In the confirmation window that appears, select "Yes" to confirm the rollback operation.
The system will automatically uninstall the current driver and revert to the previously installed version.
After rolling back the driver, restart your computer to apply the changes.
Once restarted, the system will use the old driver version. Check if the graphics card is functioning correctly and if the issue has been resolved.
Step 2: Uninstall the Incorrect Graphics Driver
In Windows, right-click on "This PC" or "Computer" on the desktop, select "Manage", and then click "Device Manager".
In Device Manager, expand the "Display adapters" category.
Right-click on the incorrect graphics driver and select "Uninstall device".
In the dialog box that appears, check the option "Delete the driver software for this device", and then click "Uninstall".
After uninstalling the driver, restart your computer. The operating system will automatically attempt to install the default driver or revert to a standard graphics driver.
Step 3: Download and Install the Correct Driver
Method 1: Using Driver Management Tools
Incorrect drivers can cause performance issues, hardware malfunctions, or system crashes. It is recommended to use Driver Sentry to automatically detect and update drivers, saving time and avoiding the risk of downloading or installing incorrect drivers.
1). Click the download button to get the latest version of Driver Sentry. After installation, open the software and click "Scan".
2). After scanning, it will display which drivers are missing or need updating. In the results list, find the driver that needs updating and click the "Update" button.
3). After updating, restart your computer to ensure the updated drivers are working properly.
Method 2: Download and Install from the Manufacturer's Website
Go to the graphics card manufacturer's official website (e.g., NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) and locate the support page.
Download the latest driver compatible with your graphics card model and operating system version.
Run the downloaded driver installation package and follow the prompts to complete the installation process. If there is a "Custom Install" option, select it to ensure all necessary components are installed.
Step 4: Check and Update Drivers
1). After installing the driver, use the graphics card control panel (e.g., NVIDIA Control Panel, AMD Radeon Settings) to check if the driver version is up to date and update it if necessary.
2). Ensure that other software and drivers on your system are also up to date to avoid compatibility issues.
Following these steps will fix issues with incorrect graphics drivers and ensure your hardware works properly. If problems persist, contact your graphics card manufacturer for help. We hope this guide helps restore your computer's display and performance.
See also:
Effective Methods to Resolve Windows Driver Issues
Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Realtek Audio Drivers
