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7 Ways to Fix Nvidia Drivers not Installing in Windows 11
After trying out our solutions, you’ll be able to install Nvidia drivers
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Updated onAugust 30, 2024
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We all know how critical the graphics drivers are, and the significance of keeping them up-to-date. However, a lot of users have reported that the Nvidia drivers are not installing in Windows 11.
This poses a major hurdle since a lot of errors can be encountered on running an outdated version of the graphics driver. Hence, it becomes imperative that you resolve the issue and get your hands on the latest version.
To update Nvidia drivers, you can either use the GeForce Experience application or install just the driver itself. We will walk you through it as well in the later sections.
Before we head to the fixes, it’s imperative that you understand the underlying causes for effective troubleshooting.
Why won’t my NVIDIA drivers install?
This could be due to a bunch of reasons. In case you are trying to install the Nvidia drivers right afterupgrading to Windows 11, there is a chance of encountering the error. This is because the OS too might be trying to locate and install the same driver.
If your PC already has a newer version installed, you may encounter the Nvidia drivers not installing issue in Windows 11. A background program, most likely an antivirus, may also conflict with the installation and lead to the error.
Without further ado, let’s see what you can do if the Nvidia driver is not installing on Windows 11. Follow along!
What can I do if the Nvidia driver is not installing on Windows 11?
1. Restart the Windows 11 PC
Many a time, it’s a bug or a process that’s preventing you from installing the Nvidia drivers in Windows 11. Restarting the computer eliminates any such bug, fixing the Nvidia drivers not working issue.
2. Uninstall the current driver and then try reinstalling
Several users found that the current driver was preventing the installation. In many cases, such as that of corruption, uninstalling the driver is the best way forward.
Even if you get theNvidia driver not compatible with this version of Windowsmessage, this solution will remove it and install a compatible version.
You should now be able to install the Nvidia driver in Windows 11. When it comes to automatic scans of outdated drivers, do not hesitate to take advantage of a dedicated tool.
3. Stop all the Nvidia services
If any of the related services are running, you may face trouble installing the Nvidia driver in Windows 11. Once these are stopped, you shouldn’t encounter the issue anymore. In case the error persists, head to the next fix.
4. End Nvidia tasks, delete files, and registry entries
Certain processes, files, or registry keys may be preventing the driver from installing. Hence, it’s best that you remove all these, and try to install the Nvidia driver afresh in Windows 11.
5. Disable antivirus and firewall
In many instances, it was the antivirus that lead to an error while installing the Nvidia driver in Windows 11. Also, the firewall settings are known to cause trouble while installing certain software. Hence, it’s best that you disable both and check if the driver can now be installed.
Do remember to revert the changes after installing the driver, as keeping them disabled exposes your computer to threats and cyber attacks.
6. Rename Nvidia folder
Though it may sound a bit unconventional, this method has fixed the Nvidia driver installation error for a lot of users. If none of the other methods listed here work, this one is worth a shot since you are only left with the option to reset Windows 11, as discussed in the next section.
7. Reset Windows 11
This should ideally be the last fix since the saved data and programs will be lost during the process. You can, however, create a backup of the files to avoid data loss.
The process toreset Windows 11 to its factory settingsis quite similar to the one in theprevious OS. You should be done with the whole process in a few hours without the need for a bootable USB drive.
Can I install the Nvidia drivers without the GeForce Experience app?
While some users prefer the GeForce application owing to the added functionality and ease, many still go with just the Nvidia driver in Windows 11 since for them the GeForce Game Ready driver installation failed. Here’s how you can do that.
Once the installation is complete, you will only have the Nvidia graphics driver on the system and not the application, thus saving some space.
What will happen if I uninstall NVIDIA drivers?
Uninstalling your Nvidia drivers won’t have any negative consequences for you. They will be erased from your computer and then replaced with fresh ones.
You have the option of either restarting your computer or going to the company’s website to look for the most recent version of the software that is available for download.
Uninstalling your drivers is a frequent solution to use in situations in which they have a glitch or cease working properly.
There are all the ways you can fix issues while installing Nvidia drivers in Windows 11, along with a quick method to get just the driver. Many users faced theNvidia driver installation issues in Windows 10as well, and the fixes are pretty much the same.
Also, see how you canresolve problems preventing the Nvidia control panel from opening. We covered a similar subject in ourGeforce Experience driver downloads but doesn’t installguide, so don’t miss it.
Let us know which fix worked for you in the comments section below, and whether you choose to install the Nvidia driver with the GeForce Experience application or without it.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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