Is there a method to stop Windows from updating your GPU drivers automatically?
Is there a method to stop Windows from updating your GPU drivers automatically?
Hi, my i5-4670k CPU, GPU - Asrock rx 7800xt challenger, OC, motherboard - gigabyte z87x-ud3h, running windows 10.
My updates for the Windows update are automatically changing my AMD GPU drivers, which is causing problems. I’ve tried some solutions but they’re affecting my system. Are there safe methods to stop Windows from updating my AMD GPU drivers automatically? If yes, should I disable them?
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Disconnect the computer from the internet prior to uninstalling or cleaning the drivers. Reconnect it after obtaining the desired drivers.
IF I state IF it IS doing it automatically, most of the time it DOES NOT when you have the real AMD driver package installed instead of relying on Windows updates for optional drivers. In such cases, deciding not to let Windows update manufacturer apps and drivers should not cause any issues. You just have to remember to check manually periodically on your motherboard, graphics card, and other peripherals, or visit the manufacturer’s website for updates or use the manufacturer’s update tool if available. It won’t harm anything.
And for clarity, disconnecting from the internet doesn’t affect whether Windows will automatically install those drivers once you reconnect. However, typically, if you install the AMD driver package for your graphics card—rather than just the basic minimal one—Windows usually won’t update it automatically. It might appear in the optional drivers section of Windows Update, but it shouldn’t update itself unless only the basic driver is installed. If that happens, select the No option. This is the recommended approach.
I experienced an issue where I attempted a clean installation of my drivers and kept the internet connected. After rebooting, I left the machine idle for about five minutes, and Windows proceeded to install drivers on it. This behavior led to complications when I later installed the desired software.
On the official site for DDU downloads, there is a warning:
So if you want to be certain Windows won't automatically install drivers before you can install your preferred ones, disconnect the computer from the internet.
Right. You're correct. IF you set Windows time before installing your full driver package from the manufacturer, it can handle it. That makes it even more important to first download the installer and then run the DDU right after. Don't let Windows time interfere and cause issues. However, I understand that if you're facing this issue, it might not be a big problem to unplug your LAN cable or turn off your WiFi, as long as you already have the necessary installer ready. The main challenge is that many installers today need an active internet connection to function properly, and usually graphics driver packages aren't affected by that. Still, there are more cases where everything is just a download of the utility followed by the drivers during installation, which could limit options in some situations.
install amd drivers in safe mode, restart to normal settings...done
function works with both amd and nvidia, win update won't activate if you've already installed it from safe mode (this is the place you use DDU)
but not letting Windows handle the automatic driver updates would stop many important fixes, such as the Intel chipset, since those require manual installation rather than automatic updates through Windows Update.
What changes are you referring to? I noticed the Intel chipset drivers for my recent builds appeared quickly on the download pages.