How to Update a Graphics Card

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click on the “Start” menu and type “dxdiag” into the search field.

   DxDiag is the DirectX Diagnostic Tool by Windows, which is a tool that helps identify the manufacturer and model of your computer's graphics card. ,, This information will provide you with the manufacturer and model of your graphics card. ,,,, When selecting an update, choose the latest driver version available, and avoid installing any “beta” drivers. ,, Your graphics card will now be updated.
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   Step 2: Press “Enter

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   Step 3: ” then click on “Yes” when asked if you want DxDiag to check whether your drivers are digitally signed.

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   Step 4: Click on the “Display” tab in the DirectX Diagnostic Tool.

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   Step 5: Take note of the information displayed next to “Name” in the “Device” section.

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   Step 6: Close the DirectX Diagnostic Tool and all other open applications on your computer.

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   Step 7: Launch your web browser

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   Step 8: and navigate to the website for the manufacturer of your graphics card.

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   Step 9: Click on “Support” or “Downloads” on the manufacturer’s website

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    Step 10: and search for the latest driver updates based on the model of your graphics card.

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    Step 11: Select the option to download and install the latest graphics card drivers.

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    Step 12: Save the installer file to your Windows desktop

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    Step 13: then double-click on the installer file to launch the driver update installation wizard.

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    Step 14: Follow the on-screen prompts in the installer wizard to update your graphics card

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    Step 15: then restart your computer.

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