2 Simple Ways to Update VGA Driver for Computer Monitor, Laptop

This guide explains 2 simple ways to update VGA driver for computer monitor, laptop with practical context and clear actions. Use the points below to avoid common mistakes and make better decisions.

The photo illustrates a video card - removable VGA on desktop, PC

1. Installation Steps, Update VGA Driver

Start by we need to know what VGA on the computer is: onboard or removable. On a laptop, you can look at the introduction, the brand of the machine, usually it's near the laptop keyboard:

As an example here, the laptop I'm using has Intel's VGA HD Graphics 3000 series . For these lines it is straightforward and easy to find, there are 2 ways to install or upgrade drivers from CDs and DVDs included with laptops.

• Method 1 : When inserting the driver disk into the drive, the autorun file will run, just follow the instructions. As here I need to install the VGA driver, find the VGA text line from Intel, select the Install button to install.

2. What About Leaving VGA Types?

Yes, in essence, VGA, whether removable or attached to the mainboard, requires drivers. With these types, you do the same as above, or most certainly, download the latest driver from the homepage of the company. Currently there are a number of major VGA vendors in the market as follows:

• NVIDIA
• ATI (acquired by AMD)
• Intel

Remember to enter the correct Seris, VGA model and then look for the operating system (32 and 64 bits too).