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How to fix “NVIDIA installer failed” issue in Windows 10?

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Windows 10 users often complain about display issues after upgrading to Windows 10. If  you have an NVIDIA Graphics Chip installed and you are seeing some errors, then these solutions might help you to resolve the issue.

Error message – “NVIDIA Installer failed”

This is a common issue reported by many users following an upgrade to Windows 10. When you upgrade to Windows 10, the  Windows update tries to download and install graphics drivers in the background. Sometimes this process takes 5-10 minutes or even longer. If you try installing NVIDIA Graphics Drivers immediately, you will most likely get an error which says NVIDIA installer failed.

Solution 1 to NVIDIA installer failed issue

To resolve this issue, let the Windows 10 system sit idle for 15-20 minutes to ensure the Windows Update has completed the downloading and installation processes. After waiting for 15-20 minutes, reboot the system. Once the system is up again, install the NVIDIA Driver by following the steps set out below:

  1. In the Installation options screen, select Custom
  2. Click Next
  3. On the next screen, check the box “Perform a clean installation”
  4. Click Next
  5. Follow on-screen instructions to complete the installation
  6. Reboot the system

If  the drivers are not successfully installed,  try Solution 2 below.

Solution 2 to NVIDIA installer failed issue

Turn off your antivirus and firewall

Some antivirus tools are known to block files during the NVIDIA Driver installation.  Some Comodo antivirus users have reported NVIDIA Driver failed issues. If you are running any firewall and antivirus software, turn it off before starting the installation process.

Turn off the antivirus program and also kill the remaining processes related to them. You can do this by killing the antivirus processes in the Task Manager. Follow the steps below to turn off antivirus and firewall temporarily:

  1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Delete
  2. Click Task Manager
  3. Go to the Processes tab
  4. Look for any processes related to antivirus and kill each of them – Click on each process and select End Task to kill the process
  5. Reboot your PC
  6. Try installing the NVIDIA Driver. Select Custom and check the box “Perform clean installation” during installation

If  you get the NVIDIA installation error again, follow the steps given in Solution 3

Solution 3 to NVIDIA installer failed issue

  1. Go to Task Manager
  2. Go to the Processes tab to end any NVIDIA processes
  3. You also need to delete some NVIDIA installation related files
  4. To delete any NVIDIA related files, you need to log in as administrator
  5. Delete the following files from the C: drive
  • C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\nv_lh file
  • C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\nvdsp.inf file
  • C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\nvoclock file
  • C:\Program Files (x86)\NVIDIA Corporation\
  • C:\Program Files\NVIDIA Corporation\
  1. After deleting the NVIDIA files, reboot the system and try installing the NVIDIA Drivers again

If none of the above solutions work, you may need to reinstall windows. You can also try using a Driver Update Tool

Automatic driver updates

Automatic driver update tools offer many benefits, the most important ones being:

  • You can update device drivers automatically
  • The software scans and updates all outdated or missing drivers at one go
  • The tool picks the right drivers for your device and operating system, so you won’t have to worry about installing an incorrect driver by mistake
  • Automatic driver updates are 100% safe

Driver Updater is one of the best driver update tools out there. Outbyte Driver Updater will give you access to a database of over 1 million drivers. It will regularly scan your PC, suggesting new driver versions to install. Driver Updater contains drivers for a variety of Windows devices. With just one click, you can update drivers in your system.

Step 1
Click here to Install and launch the app

Step 2
Scan all devices

Step 3
Install or update drivers automatically

 

Start Download

 

How to fix “unable to print” HP printer issue in Windows 10?

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Many HP printer users have complained about their devices not working properly after upgrading to Windows 10. The main issue reported is an “unable to print” error. in the following post we provide you with a simple solution to rectify this issue.

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Error- Not able to print

The ‘unable to print’ error is one of the more common issues faced by HP printer users. Follow the troubleshooting steps given below to help fix this print issue.

Solution 1 – Install all Windows updates

Before you follow any troubleshooting steps, you need to ensure all important Windows updates are installed. If all Windows updates are not installed, your HP printer might not work properly. To install all Windows updates, follow the steps given below

  1. Press Windows + Pause Break button (may also be called the pause button and located usually in the top right of the Keyboard) to open System in Control Panel
  2. Click Advanced system settings
  3. In the next window, click the Hardware tab
  4. Click Device Installation settings
  5. From the important update menu, click Install updates automatically
  6. In the task bar search box, type Windows update
  7. Click Windows Update from the list of results
  8. Click Check for Updates

If the Windows update shows any pending updates, install them and restart your PC. If you are still unable to print, follow the steps set out below in Solution 2

Solution 2 – Check for any firewall or antivirus issues

  1. Download the HP diagnostic tool for printers and scanners (HP Print and Scan Doctor)
  2. Install the application
  3. Start “HP Print and Scan Doctor” and select your HP printer model in the Welcome screen
  4. Click Fix Printing
  5. If you see a white check mark, it means the issue is resolved
  6. If you see a red cross, it means the issue is not solved. Follow on-screen instructions to resolve the issue

If Solution 2 does not Fix your printer issue, continue to Solution 3

Solution 3- Uninstall and Reinstall HP printer drivers

Before you proceed to troubleshooting steps, you need to check if the print spooler service is running. Here are the steps to follow

  1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog
  2. Type services.msc and press enter
  3. In the Services window, look for Printer Spooler in the list
  • If the status is Stopped, right-click Print Spooler and select Start
  • If the status is Started , right-click Print Spooler and select Restart

Disconnect the printer and uninstall all HP printer related software. After uninstalling, go to the HP website of your region and download the latest printer HP software for your printer model. You should download the full feature driver for your HP printer model. If the full feature driver is not available, you can download Basic drivers for your HP printer. Install the HP software and drivers and restart the system.

If you have trouble locating your HP printer Drivers for Windows 10 or any other Windows OS or would like to automatically update all Drivers and ensure they are kept up-to-date, you can download and run a reliable driver update tool.

Updating Drivers Automatically

Automatic driver update tools offer many benefits, the most important ones being:

  • You can update device drivers automatically
  • The software scans and updates all outdated or missing drivers at one go
  • The tool picks the right drivers for your device and operating system, so you won’t have to worry about installing an incorrect driver by mistake
  • Automatic driver updates are 100% safe

Driver Updater is one of the best driver update tools out there. Outbyte Driver Updater will give you access to a database of over 1 million drivers. It will regularly scan your PC, suggesting new driver versions to install. Driver Updater contains drivers for a variety of Windows devices. With just one click, you can update drivers in your system.

Step 1
Click here to Install and launch the app

Step 2
Scan all devices

Step 3
Install or update drivers automatically

 

Start Download

 

How to fix AMD GPU issues in Windows 10

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Many users, especially those having AMD GPU installed in their system, have complained of facing several display-related issues after upgrading to Windows 10. One such issue is the inability to change the brightness of the display after upgrading to Windows 10.

Below is an easy solution to this problem.

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Solution: Before proceeding with troubleshooting steps, create a restoration point.

  1. In the taskbar, search for create a restore point and select it from the results
  2. In System properties window, go to System Protection tab and select Create
  3. Enter a description for restore point
  4. Select Create > OK

You need to uninstall AMD Catalyst Center and Display Driver from your Windows 10 system by following the steps set out below.

  1. Move the mouse pointer to the bottom left of the desktop. A Start box will appear
  2. Right-click the screen to open Context Menu
  3. Click Control Panel
  4. Select Program and Features
  5. Select AMD Catalyst Install Manager
  6. Click Change
  7. When prompted by the AMD Catalyst Install Manger, click Next
  8. In the next screen, select Express Uninstall ALL AMD software
  9. Click Next
  10. In next screen, click All versions to allows AMD Catalyst Install Manager to remove all versions of the AMD video and Audio drivers in your system (Note: clicking on Current Version will only remove latest AMD video and audio drivers from your system)

The Un-installation process should begin. Wait until you are prompted to take action and when prompted by the AMD Catalyst Install Manager

  1. click Remove
  2. Click Finish
  3. Reboot PC

Download the latest AMD Drivers for GPU installed in your system. Before proceeding to install the latest AMD Catalyst drivers, we advise you to close all applications including webcam, live monitoring antivirus software, remote access and firewall.

Steps to install AMD Catalyst Center

  1. Click on the downloaded installation file and click on Run when prompted
  2. The AMD installation folder option opens which allows you to select the installation folder
  3. Once the folder is selected, click Install
  4. The Installer manager window prompts to select the preferred language. Choose the preferred language and click Next
  5. You are provided with two options- Express and Custom. Select Express and click Next
  6. Click Accept if you agree to the terms and conditions
  7. The installation process begins. Click Finish when the installation is completed
  8. Reboot the PC

In most cases the AMD GPU issues are solved after installing the compatible Display driver in your Windows 10 PC. Also make it a point to install all recommended updates by Microsoft as they are meant to eliminate performance-related bugs and security issues in Windows 10. One effective way of keeping your display and other drivers up-to-date is by downloading a reputable reliable driver update tool.

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