If you recently connected a device (such as a printer, camera, network card, etc.) and Windows 11 doesn’t recognize it, you have at least two ways to install the missing driver through Windows Update or Device Manager. This guide will teach you the steps to download and install missing drivers on Windows 11.
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Windows Update Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Device Manager
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Windows Update
To install missing drivers on Windows 11, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the missing driver will install on Windows 11.
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Device Manager
On Windows 11, you can use Device Manager to install drivers. However, before proceeding, you must download the package from the manufacturer support website to your computer or onto a USB flash drive. If the driver came with a “.zip” or “.cab” extension, you would need to extract the files before using the instructions. To install a missing driver, have the package ready or connect the USB drive with the files and use these steps: After you complete the steps, the driver will install, allowing the device to interact with Windows 11.
How to install a driver that comes with a “.exe” file?
If the driver came as a self-extracting with an installer (.exe), you only need to double-click the file to decompress its contents and launch the installation, then continue with the on-screen directions as the driver will install automatically.
How to install missing drivers from branded computers?
If you use a laptop or desktop computer from a known brand, such as Dell, Lenovo, Samsung, HP, and others, you can use their driver assistant tool to install and update all the drivers on the device.
Do I need to look for 64-bit or 32-bit drivers on Windows 11?
You need to use the 64-bit version of the driver whenever possible. However, even though Windows 11 is a 64-bit operating system, the system also supports 32-bit drivers. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
title: “How To Install Missing Drivers On Windows 11” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-17” author: “Jaime Wene”
If you recently connected a device (such as a printer, camera, network card, etc.) and Windows 11 doesn’t recognize it, you have at least two ways to install the missing driver through Windows Update or Device Manager. This guide will teach you the steps to download and install missing drivers on Windows 11.
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Windows Update Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Device Manager
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Windows Update
To install missing drivers on Windows 11, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the missing driver will install on Windows 11.
Install missing drivers on Windows 11 from Device Manager
On Windows 11, you can use Device Manager to install drivers. However, before proceeding, you must download the package from the manufacturer support website to your computer or onto a USB flash drive. If the driver came with a “.zip” or “.cab” extension, you would need to extract the files before using the instructions. To install a missing driver, have the package ready or connect the USB drive with the files and use these steps: After you complete the steps, the driver will install, allowing the device to interact with Windows 11.
How to install a driver that comes with a “.exe” file?
If the driver came as a self-extracting with an installer (.exe), you only need to double-click the file to decompress its contents and launch the installation, then continue with the on-screen directions as the driver will install automatically.
How to install missing drivers from branded computers?
If you use a laptop or desktop computer from a known brand, such as Dell, Lenovo, Samsung, HP, and others, you can use their driver assistant tool to install and update all the drivers on the device.
Do I need to look for 64-bit or 32-bit drivers on Windows 11?
You need to use the 64-bit version of the driver whenever possible. However, even though Windows 11 is a 64-bit operating system, the system also supports 32-bit drivers. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
