Drivers

Forum discussion tagged with Drivers.
  1. -Arke-

    Question App sound stops working randomly, but Windows doesn't

    Hi!! I've been dealing with this issue for some months now... sometimes all of my apps stop having sound (Mozilla, VLC, games, discord, anything)... but Windows still sounds. It gets fixed easily, simply ending user session and coming back again fixes it. I've reinstalled Windows, I've changed...
  2. M

    Question PC freezing bug persists even after PC reset ?

    PC model : Dell XPS 8940 Desktop GPU: RTX 4070 CPU: i7-11700 RAM: HyperX 2 x 16GB DDR4 SSD_1: Kingston SATA DDR4 120GB (OS installed on it) SSD_2: Samsung M.2 NVMe 500GB OS: Windows 10 Pro (updated) So I've got a bug that is related to a specific driver that fails to load (see screenshots...
  3. posttac

    Question RTX 5070 black screen driver issues

    Hello, I recently built a new computer, however every time I install the newest drivers, my monitor (tested on multiple displays) goes black and doesn't come back (longest time I let it just run was around 20-30 minutes). During the black screen the computer seems to be just running at idle...
  4. hangryy

    Question Realtek not installing? Asus Rog Strix X470-F Gaming

    Been trying to make my 3.5 jacks work, but it's like my computer is allergic to installing Realtek. Tried to install through the Asus website, then I followed the instructions on the asus forums. Tried DDU, SS3 cleaner, DriverstoreExplorer, and then followed installation instructions. on the...
  5. A

    Question No USB ports working after latest update.

    I'm at a loss. I have no way to control my computer after the latest update seems to have just wiped any USB controller from its library. The kbm works fine in the bios, and the ports still get power when at the login screen. I have had chatgpt run me through anything it can think of and still...
  6. S

    [SOLVED] Sudden low frame rate in some games ?

    Hey y'all, hoping someone can help me figure out the issue here! As of 2 days ago we had to shut off our power for an electrician to do some work, and I was sure to properly shut down and turn off the power points to be safe beforehand. After rebooting my PC for the first time in a while (maybe...
  7. Kyros70

    Question Intel g45/g43 Express Chipset Driver.

    why does my windows 10 CRASH after installing the Microsoft WDDM 1.1 driver? I installed the driver using a cab file and it worked for 1 second or two then froze and I restarted by holding the power button and windows booted using the Microsoft basic display adapter :( the pc is an old HP pro...
  8. M

    Question i got a really unusual serious issue

    after a 1 month vacay i came back and tried printing a photo w11 64bit... epson 2720 magenta wasn't printing. i tried and checked everything i called epson tech supp here's the story as far as i can comprehend....................he started navigating my computer remotely and this is what he...
  9. Gigabot

    [SOLVED] Trouble with drives or nvidia driver (can't tell which) and constant crashing ?

    Hello, I am having constant crashes on my system anytime I game. So this started with a Samsung 980 Pro 2TB SSD. I got crashes and sent the drive back twice. They replaced it with a Samsung 990 Pro 2TB and since then the latest nvidia drivers have also been a [language] show on my system...
  10. Under Gamer

    Question Best Method for Drivers Installation on Windows (Asus, Intel and Nvidia) PCs. Correct?

    [Moderator Note: No specific problem posted. Moving thread from Windows 11 to Opinions and Experiences. More applicable category.] iven that there are several options and sequences we can follow for driver installation after installing Windows, I, with an Asus Z790 setup, Intel CPU, and...
  11. Froozty

    Question Could I have both AMD Adrenalin and Nvidia Control Panel downloaded at the same time? (5070 ti + 7 9800x3d)

    Hello, when my mobo software downloaded drivers for my gpu and cpu it downloaded amd adrenalin for my cpu I think, but I also have nvidia control panel because I have an nvidia gpu, but I have heard a lot that you should not have both of them at the same time but isnt it necessery to have them...
  12. icarussfell

    [SOLVED] 7900 XT crashes constantly (driver timeout) in most of my games ?

    So I've got a good deal on a Sapphire Nitro+ 7900XT and decided to upgrade from my 6750xt. Prior to this upgrade I've never had any issues with the drivers or any games. While performing normal tasks like browsing the web or watching youtube etc. there is no issue, however, once I boot up and...
  13. K

    Unknown device problem ?

    Hello. Today my Ethernet was going off and on..so decided to check device manager. In the device manager, in "Other Devices" section, there was unknown device with yellow exclamation mark. I don't know what to do...when i go to hardware IDs at details ....there is some text like ACPI/VEN_AMD...
  14. Hunterashlock

    Question Hey I really need help bad I really don’t wanna waste all of this money plz help me plz

    I recently got a new gpu and decided to delete my old gpu drivers and I installed my new one and it didn’t work so I put my old one back in and now I’m stuck on bios and it WILL not go into windows at all when I turn it on it goes straight to bios my pc worked fine before I uninstalled the gpu...
  15. Lol2345

    Question I have no sound in my headphones even though they are plugged in ?

    Hello, I'm asking for help because I have a problem with my headphones, there's no sound coming from them. I've done all the basic operations. At first I had no sound at all, so I installed the drivers. It didn't work, then I used the problem solver and it worked. Then I tried connecting my...
  16. G

    Question "No signal" issue, got some ideas but need advice...

    Good morning! Got a problem that I'm hoping there's an easy fix for. Yesterday I installed a new AMD GPU to replace my Nvidia but I got the dreaded "no signal" on the monitor. I replaced the old GPU and got the same thing, then I tried the integrated graphics on the mainboard and still have no...
  17. M

    Question ASUS ROG Strix SCAR III G g531gV-AZ294 not displaying

    Hello, I have the ASUS ROG Strix laptop, but the motherboard connector to the main monitor was fried(I was told service), and the main monitor was not displayed anymore, easy workaround: I used it with a second monitor.Worked perfectly until one day, I got fed up with the Gforce experience...
  18. D

    Question Windows 10 Is not aware that my laptop has a touchpad

    I just bought an Asus TUF F15 laptop and when I started the windows installation the touch pad wasn't working, I thought it was a windows installation quirk yet again and just connected my mouse and ignored it , but I was wrong, After installation windows does not have any driver or any...
  19. mikesamson

    Question Custom PC Windows 11 BSOD ntoskrnl.exe - DRIVER_IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL - DRIVER_OVERRAN_STACK_BUFFER- SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION

    I'm at my wits' end and hoping to find assistance on an issue I'm having with my PC build. My computer has been experiencing BSOD between 2:30 a.m and 5:00 a.m. every night. The PC functions fine during the day, which I use as a combination workstation and PLEX server. Here is a brief history of...
  20. destinywarlock55

    Question Updates Fail to Install

    This is happening on my Lenovo Legion 5 Pro. I remember checking for and updating everything around late August before school started and at the time, there were only two windows updates and both were successful. I was checking system updates today and noticed a huge list of pending installs. I...
  21. S

    Question Got an RX570 used in Mining

    The card is a RX570 8GT OC https://www.msi.com/Graphics-Card/Radeon-RX-570-8GT-OC When I run GPU-Z it comes up as Asus 570, also in the task manager, the bios is this one https://www.techpowerup.com/vgabios/224117/224117 which I am not sure if that is correct for it, it seems to be operating...
  22. th3ging3rsnap

    Question Drive visible in BIOS but not in windows setup.

    I recently had to replace my motherboard and CPU for new ones(MAG B550 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI, AMD Ryzen 9 3900X). I replaced the components without issue but when it came time to install windows, my m.2 drive (Samsung 970 EVO) is not available in the setup. My drive is visible in bios. I was able...
  23. B

    Question Recurrent BSODs, need help identifying the source

    Hello all! How are you? I have been getting Blue Screens for maybe a year. Until today, the crashes wouldn't happen when I was gaming, so it wasn't that big of a deal as I have another computer for desktop use. I cannot understand where it is coming from. I installed WhoCrashed to find the...
  24. A

    Question Issues connecting to WiFi during Windows 11 installation ?

    Hi, I’ve just finished building a new PC, but have run into an issue with networking whilst installing Windows 11. When it reaches the internet step, it does not display any available networks, despite other devices in the same room having a very strong connection. I have so far tried...
  25. dxeridd

    Question Intel MEI - Simple PCI Communications Controller Driver

    Hello everyone. I'm having this problem that's been causing a lot of issues for me and it's already driving me a bit insane. After resetting and formatting my PC, my device manager tells me that my "Simple PCI Communications Controller Driver" doesn't exist, or isn't installed or whatever. I...
  26. Djemed

    Question Realtek Audio Console can't connect to the RPC service ?

    I just installed Windows 10 on my PC, downloaded audio drivers from manufacturer's website but Realtek Audio Console isn't working, motherboard is ASUS TUF B550M-E Is there any fix for this, i searched the internet but nothing seems to work.
  27. Vellaura

    Question Can I use GTX 970 drivers for a GTX 1080 (troubleshooting) ?

    Hey all! I currently have a GTX 970 installed with its respective drivers. I picked up a 1080 from a friend who said it might have some cooling issues. To cut a long story short I was just wondering if I can use the 970 drivers as I will be swapping cards back and forth while I do tests. I...
  28. Babiiifacetech

    Question Headset Not Recognized on Lenovo V15-IGL (Windows 11)

    Hi everyone, I'm having trouble with my Rampage Prestige Virtual 7.1 Surround Gaming Headset (model SN-RW77). When I plug it into my Lenovo V15-IGL running Windows 11, the RGB lights don't turn on, and the headset isn't recognized by my PC. Here's what I've tried: Tried All USB Ports...
  29. L

    Question Gigabyte Aorus 15 BMF Laptop not detecting known working M.2 drive

    Hi, I just recently purchased a used gigabyte aorus laptop from facebook marketplace. It didn't come with a hard drive and I was okay with that because I was just gonna use the nvme from my other laptop and put windows on it. Unfortunately even though the drive works in my acer laptop, I plug it...
  30. T

    Question Random Refresh Rate

    Hallo, This is more of a what do you think this could be than anything. I've got an RTX 3060 & an old BenQ xl270z 144hz monitor. A few weeks ago I had driver corruption and a faulty DP cable (or so I thought...maybe it wasn't) at the same time. Used DDU and got a new DP 1.4 cable, took some...
  31. Cnnn666

    Question Asus PRIME B365-PLUS back panel jack only outputting audio

    Hello, I have a bunch of issues with the motherboard. First, the back panel jacks are only working for outputting audio to my headphones, but they do not accept input audio from my mic (mic is seperate from the headphones). Front panel is working just fine. Another issue is that after...
  32. pictopye

    Question Could Bad CPU cause Drivers to not load or work properly, could it cause issues with Storage not being seen?

    Hi there, I've been trying to troubleshoot this problem on a new PC build running Win11 for a few months now. So any help or assistance would be fantastic - with a big thank you in advance. SO I have technically 3 problems, but I'm viewing them as 1 or 2 since they all seem related. #1 - My...
  33. T

    Question What is causing my PC to crash when closing games?

    When I close games my PC black screens and I have to do a force shut down, then after powering it up again I gat green lines all over the screen and have to restart it again to fix the green lines. I have tried factory resetting windows and I even used DDU to do a clean install of the graphics...
  34. SlamBeast

    Question Pc just blue screens after installing audio drivers

    A few days ago I installed a new cpu and ram. Everything went smooth for the most part except I had no audio drivers. All my audio peripherals worked besides my speakers so I figured it was the Realtek audio drivers. So I installed the latest ones from my mobo website, ran setup wizard and...
  35. Marsholo

    Question No WiFi or Bluetooth on new build. Missing WiFi driver NZXT B650E

    I just finished building my new pc and after a fresh install of windows 10, wifi and bluetooth arent showing up as an option. I went to the network drivers and there isnt a wifi driver (see imgur link). I went to the mobo's product page and found multiple different WLAN drivers as well as...
  36. mrmaruniversal

    Question 7900 XTX High idle power

    Bought a 7900 XTX, works great. I know there are some bugs with the 100W power draw just at idle with the vram being maxed out. I have 2 1080p monitors and 1 1440p 1440p - OMEN 27i IPS 165Hz (display port) 1080p - Odyssey G40B 240Hz (display port) Acer S271HL 75Hz (hdmi) I have heard these...
  37. Lienback

    Question Having some strange pixel crash

    I have a brand new pc but i feel something is wrong.. Pc spec : Gainward GeForce RTX 4070 Ghost ASUS TUF GAMING B760-PLUS WIFI D4 MSI MAG A650GL 650W PSU Kingston NV2 NVMe SSD 1TB Intel Core i5-13500 Tray Windows 11 Since i got it, i have some strange pixel error appearing random, but...
  38. P

    Question Audio and visual stuttering on new PC build ?

    I just built a new PC with the following specs. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/mPjyZJ At first everything seemed fine, but for the past two or three days I've noticed when I'm playing a game (anything from Bloons TD6 to Baldur's Gate 3) and I have a browser video playing, or I'm in a discord...
  39. Lrman

    [SOLVED] NVIDIA Drivers fail to install

    I really dont get this... everytime I try to install new Nvidia drivers it fails. I basically rebuild my whole pc with new parts and a new graphics card, still get this issue. Does anyone know why this happens?
  40. S

    Question My GPU Clock frequency is at maximum in some games and at minimum in others.

    Hi. My problem is that my GPU Clock Frequency is at maximum (1366mhz) in some games, and at minimum (300mhz) in others. I need my GPU to use the frequencies I need when I really need them, not to use the maximum unnecessarily I've never had this problem before. I always take care of the...