Geoforce GT Graphics Adapter, Updates to Driver?

[trueblood]

Hello All,

I have a VIAO VPCF11S1E laptop running an NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M graphics adapter.

My system reports that the driver for this adapter, dating back to 2010, is up-to-date. The device manager does an internet check and comes back with a thumbs up. Not so, reports the NVIDIA website which features a more recent version. Other software like Thunderbird suspends some features because the graphics card is out of date.

Is there a reason why VAIO is not updating the driver for this graphics adapter?

Many thanks,

[rich912]

Hi trueblood,

The most recent graphics driver released by Sony for your model is 8.16.11.8867 and is dated 12/03/10.

Sony generally doesn’t release updated OEM drivers unless there is a general issue – gaming and third party software doesn’t seem to be a consideration.

If you require a more recent driver that has been released by nVidia you will need to resort to a modified INF file in order for the OEM hardware to be recognised and allow the driver to install.

Have a look at the following link for more detail on the procedure – make sure to read the Quick Start Guide towards the bottom of the page.

http://www.laptopvideo2go.com/drivers

The required search terms (PCI\VEN10DE&DEV...) can be found by opening Device Manager > Display Adaptors > right click NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and select Properties > Details tab > from drop down menu select Hardware Ids.

Certified drivers are a safer option but this is of course entirely at your own risk.

Rich