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Note: The best and safest way to get driver updates in Windows is always through Windows Update. If you are having problems with Windows Update, you might see if any of the links at Update Windows can help you out first. Driver updates
for Windows, along with many devices, such as network adapters, monitors, printers, and video cards, are automatically downloaded and installed through Windows Update. You probably already have the most recent drivers, but if you'd like to manually update or reinstall a driver, here's how: Update the device driver
Reinstall the device driver
More helpIf you can't see the desktop and instead see a blue, black, or blank screen, see Troubleshoot blue screen errors or Troubleshoot black or blank screen errors. Check for Windows updates Need more help? On computers, a device driver is a package with instructions that allows (in this case) Windows 10 to communicate and control a particular piece of hardware (such as graphics card, printers, Bluetooth and network adapters). Understanding the driver version currently installed on your computer can be useful information to determine if an update is needed, as manufacturers usually release driver updates multiple times a year to improve performance and stability, add new features, and fix issues. In this Windows 10 guide, we walk you through the steps to check the version of a device driver using Device Manager and PowerShell.
How to determine driver version using Device ManagerTo determine the driver version for a particular piece of hardware with Device Manager, use these steps:
Once you complete these steps, you'll know the current driver version, which you can check against the version number available on your manufacturer support website to determine if Windows 10 is using the most up-to-date release. Alongside the driver version, using the "Driver" tab, you can also find out other useful information, such as the date when the current version of the driver was installed, and if the driver has been properly signed. How to determine driver version using PowerShellIf you want to check the driver version for one or more devices, you can also use this PowerShell command:
After completing the steps, the command will display all the device drivers currently installed on your system alphabetically with their manufacturer names and versions. More Windows 10 resourcesFor more helpful articles, coverage, and answers to common questions about Windows 10, visit the following resources:
Mauro Huculak is technical writer for WindowsCentral.com. His primary focus is to write comprehensive how-tos to help users get the most out of Windows 10 and its many related technologies. He has an IT background with professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA, and he's a recognized member of the Microsoft MVP community. |
