Run DDU before switching GPU?

[gdmaclew]

I have just bought a Sapphire Radeon Nitro+ RX-580 to replace my HD7770.
I am currently running the 17.4.4 Crimson ReLive drivers.
Should I run DDU (in safe mode of course) before switching cards?

 

[atomicWAR]

yeah running DDU makes the switch least likely to have driver issues. Some will say since your still using an AMD card all is fine but in my experience running DDU is wise when doing a GPU upgrade of any sort. Remember they have installing new card option in DDU as well, use it.

 

[rhysiam]

I personally don't bother unless I run into trouble. Just uninstall AMD drivers & software, shutdown, swap hardware, boot up, install fresh drivers. I've had pretty good success with that process.

I've no doubt @atomicWAR is right and running DDU reduces the chances of any issues, but remember there's nothing stopping you running DDU later if you do run into problems with the new drivers. It just wipes the slate clean from a driver perspective. I'd personally use that as a troubleshooting step rather than a necessary part of the process. But for sure, if you're prepared to invest a little more time up front, there's no reason not to run DDU.

 

[gdmaclew]

Thanks. I'll run it before just to be on the safe side.