Motherboard Driver Update & Download Guide
Fix issues and improve performance with the latest motherboard drivers for your PC.
What is a Motherboard Driver?
A motherboard driver is essential software that allows your operating system to communicate with your motherboard hardware.
Without a proper motherboard driver, your motherboard device will not function correctly or at all.
Why update your motherboard driver
Updating your motherboard driver ensures compatibility with the latest OS updates and improves stability.
Newer motherboard drivers often include bug fixes and performance enhancements.
Common motherboard driver problems & symptoms
- Motherboard Driver completely missing from your device manager.
- Random crashes or disconnects related to motherboard devices.
- Poor performance or errors when using motherboard hardware.
- Code 43 or Code 10 errors in your device manager for motherboard.
- Inability to use advanced features of your motherboard device.
How to download & install motherboard drivers on your PC & 11
Method 1: your system update tool. Go to Settings > your system update tool > Optional updates and install any pending motherboard driver updates.
Method 2: Manufacturer's Website. Visit the official support page for your hardware, download the latest motherboard driver, and install it.
Method 3: your device manager. Right-click the Start button, select your device manager, find your motherboard device, and select 'Update driver'.
How to fix motherboard driver issues
1. Restart your PC to see if your operating system automatically fixes the motherboard driver.
2. Use the built-in diagnostics tool to detect motherboard hardware issues.
3. Rollback the motherboard driver if issues started after a recent update.
4. Reinstall the motherboard driver completely via your device manager.
Supported manufacturers & devices
- your OS vendor
- Intel
- AMD
- Realtek
- Generic Manufacturers
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fix a missing motherboard driver?
If your motherboard driver is missing, use your system update tool or download the official driver from your manufacturer's website to reinstall it.
Where can I download the motherboard driver?
The safest place to download the motherboard driver is from the official support website of your computer or hardware manufacturer.
Why is my motherboard driver not working?
It might stop working due to a recent an OS update, file corruption, or hardware failure. Reinstalling the motherboard driver usually helps.
How do I update the motherboard driver on your PC?
Open your device manager, right-click your motherboard device, and choose 'Update driver'. Alternatively, use your system update tool.
What is the best motherboard driver?
The best motherboard driver is the official one provided by your hardware manufacturer, specifically designed for your exact device model.
Is it safe to use third-party motherboard driver updaters?
We recommend against using third-party driver updaters as they can install bloatware or incorrect motherboard drivers. Always stick to official sources.
Do I need to uninstall the old motherboard driver before installing a new one?
In most cases the installer handles this. For stubborn issues, uninstall the device in your device manager with "Delete the driver software" ticked before reinstalling.
How often should I update my motherboard driver?
Check for updates roughly once a quarter, or whenever you experience issues. There's no benefit to updating a working motherboard driver more often than that.