Update Drivers for Gaming: Free Scan & Paid Options

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This discussion focuses on updating drivers for gaming, highlighting tools like RadarSync and Driver Detective. Users can utilize RadarSync, a freeware, to scan for and download the latest drivers, while Driver Detective offers a paid option with a free scan feature. The conversation emphasizes the importance of obtaining drivers directly from manufacturer websites, such as Intel and Asus, for optimal gaming performance. Specific links for Asus drivers are provided for users with corrupted installation disks.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of driver installation processes
  • Familiarity with Windows Device Manager
  • Knowledge of manufacturer websites for driver downloads
  • Basic troubleshooting skills for driver-related errors
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  • Research how to use RadarSync for driver updates
  • Explore the features of Driver Detective for automated driver management
  • Learn how to navigate Windows Device Manager for driver management
  • Investigate common driver issues and solutions for gaming performance
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This discussion is beneficial for gamers, PC builders, and anyone looking to optimize their gaming experience through proper driver management and updates.

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I found a program that can automatically update your drivers. Put you have to pay for it. It includes a free scan though. I need update for the following drivers:

http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/7726/driverspe0.png

I'd really appreciate if you could post links from where I can download latest versions, or if you have Driver Detective you could give me registration number. Thanks in advance.

Edit: I'm mostly interested in drivers that would improve gaming experience.
 
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You can get the links from Radarsync

I don't have a registration for driver detective, but you can use Radarsync to get the links. It's a freeware that does the same thing as driver detective (it also finds software updates), but it gives you the links to download the files for free.
Also, if the scan with the RadarSync software doesn't turn up the same updates, the company's website also has lists of drivers and you can look yours up there to get the links. Just google 'RadarSync' and you'll find it.
 
I found that program, but after the scan it gives me an error "Illegal characters in path." I was clicking "Continue" for few minutes, but the error kept popping up.
 
Just go to the manufactures websites.
Drivers are usually found under support.

Most of the ones you list are www.Intel.com and most should be in the chipset driver package except for the lan driver (pro/100) which I think is a separate download.
You'll need your mother board model (this may be listed on one of the bios screens).

To get current version numbers
RightClick->MyComputer; Click->Manage; Click->DeviceManager
Locate the driver in the list of all drivers.

The mouse driver may be in windows update.
 
to my knowledge all drivers are to be found on your manufacturers website but if you know the name of the drivers you could search for them on google specificaly.
 
zlatan24 said:
Hello! I have Asus EN8600GT, but disk with drivers was corupted! Help me, please! (((((

I assume you're using Windows XP? If so here.

http://dlsvr03.asus.com/pub/ASUS/vga/GamerOSD/GamerOSD2050723_Win2KXP.zip

http://dlsvr03.asus.com/pub/ASUS/vga/GamerOSD/GamerOSD2050723_Win2KXP.zip
 
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