how do I find a driver that fails to update so that I can fix

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chez0403
chez0403 Member Posts: 1 Newbie
in Switch Series

Trying to update drivers with PCHelp, but one fails

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  • Puraw
    Puraw ACE, Member Posts: 18,318 Trailblazer
    edited 5:02AM

    Hi @chez0403, Don't use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater, don't use any 3rd-party bloatware with Windows but only Window Check for Updates with Optional updates enables to update your BIOS version and drivers.

    Why PCHelp Driver Updater Fails and Should Be Avoided

    1. Poor Driver Matching It often installs generic or incorrect drivers, especially for chipset, audio, and GPU components. This leads to instability or failed updates.

    2. No OEM Validation It doesn’t source drivers from Acer, Intel, AMD, or Realtek directly. That means no firmware-level compatibility checks.

    3. Aggressive Monetization Most features are locked behind a paywall, and it may push unnecessary updates to justify its existence.

    4. System Risk Failed updates can corrupt device configurations, especially if rollback points aren’t created.

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