No, you typically don't need to download drivers again after setting up a new PC.
No, you typically don't need to download drivers again after setting up a new PC.
In my experience, most Microsoft products tend to be outdated or too generic. I prefer to ensure I have the newest and most current drivers during installation.
GPU drivers are included with Windows updates, yet they serve more as a technical support tool rather than a performance booster. In certain situations, they might offer a noticeable improvement.
Occasionally it happens. My device lacks audio and networking drivers on Windows 10, and I also need to add GPU drivers.
as @dionkoffie mentioned, running Windows 10 with internet will typically install most of the drivers. Just begin with the Windows update and let it finish. The only driver missing is the audio one (my motherboard uses Realtek), but it uses Microsoft's audio driver and NVIDIA drivers aren't installed yet. However, you reminded me something important—it seems since the NVIDIA driver isn't installed, Windows is displaying correctly. The HDMI cable is connected to the graphics card, and after booting up Windows, it shows the motherboard BIOS before the installation starts.
Windows usually identifies and sets up the latest signed WHQL driver for your graphics card. As mentioned earlier, this might not always be the most current version for your specific card. Whether you need the newest driver depends on whether you play games or use programs that require special optimizations. The driver Windows installs is generally several versions ahead of the chipset makers' latest release (though it should still work). If the installer or Windows Update can locate a functional internet connection, it will retrieve compatible drivers for most devices. Manufacturer-specific drivers might unlock additional features. Still, it’s a good practice to save important drivers on a USB drive just in case issues arise.
It varies. You generally prefer installing Ethernet drivers unless they’re already set up, otherwise pre-installed ones work just fine. The same applies to audio. Avoid the Intel HD Graphics drivers if you have a dedicated GPU—they can cause compatibility problems with DirectX. It reminds me of a time I had a PC repaired and ended up missing USB and Ethernet drivers; I had to burn a CD myself.