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    Help me update my drivers!

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by CC268, May 31, 2011.

  1. CC268

    CC268 Notebook Evangelist

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    I just completely cleaned out my computer by following the Computer Optimization Guide over on notebookreview forums. However, I am trying to update all my drivers for everything possible. What is the best way to do this? Is it worth it to buy a program that does it all for you?
     
    CC268, May 31, 2011
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    If you know the make and model of your notebook, just go to the manufacturer's web site and download all the drivers there.
     
    saturnotaku, May 31, 2011
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  3. CC268

    CC268 Notebook Evangelist

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    oh im sorry i forgot to mention that this is actually on my desktop at the moment
     
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  4. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Then this question belongs in the Desktop Review forums. A mod will move/close this thread.
     
    saturnotaku, May 31, 2011
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  5. CC268

    CC268 Notebook Evangelist

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    oh..? i assumed it wouldnt matter since its a pretty generic question that can be answered for both laptops and desktops.
     
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  6. Karamazovmm

    Karamazovmm Overthinking? Always!

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    there it now works for you
     
    Karamazovmm, May 31, 2011
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  7. Thisisalamp

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    Well if you're looking for a program, then Driver Magician is a pretty good one; it points to the latest drivers for known hardware in your machine and detects unknown ones as well.
     
    Thisisalamp, Jun 1, 2011
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