How to Update Motherboard Drivers

Do you ever wonder why your PC does not load as fast as it should be even though the hardware looks fine? Do you experience any random freeze, blue, or green screen panel? This usually happens when your motherboard drivers are outdated.

To update motherboard drivers, open Device Manager, right-click on it, and update. This is a general method for updation. Scroll more to explore different methods.

In this guide, we will explain what motherboard drivers are, why they are important, and how to update the motherboard drivers with different methods so that your system performs smoothly.       

What are Motherboard drivers? 

The motherboard is the backbone of the Pc it connects all of your major components, i.e, CPU, RAM, GPU, audio drivers, and storage, and motherboard drivers help these hardware components to communicate with the operating system of the PC. Slow performance, hardware malfunction, or system crashes happen due to outdated or missing drivers.

•  Examples of common motherboard drivers are : 
• Chipset drivers
• Audio drivers
• LAN/Ethernet drivers 
• Wi-Fi Bluetooth drivers
• Storage drivers
• USB drivers
• Updating the motherboard ensures ;
• Better system stability to prevent freezing, crashes, or errors
• Smooth gaming Experience 
• Compatibility with new hardware and software 
• Improve performance and bug fixes
• Enhance security

Why is it important to update motherboard drivers? 

The updation of motherboard drivers is important for : 

1. Improved performance 

Updated drivers help your hardware parts (CPU, RAM, GPU, and storage) to communicate properly /If your drivers stay updated, then they will be able to achieve a fast startup, handle multiple tasks, and give better performance.

2. Fix compatibility issues

New system updates may not work properly with older drivers because they are not compatible with them. Updating drivers helps in fixing compatibility issues. 

3. Boost system performance 

Outdated drivers make the system slow down. Updated drivers improve data transfer between hardware components, resulting in faster boot times, multitasking, and better gaming performances.  

4. Support for New features 

Updating drivers may unlock and improve support for new features. Without updates,you may not benefit fully from your hardware capabilities.

5. Fixes bugs  and stability 

Outdated or corrupted drivers may contain errors make your PC to slow down, blue screen appearance, or freeze. Updating the drivers ensures bug fixes, fewer glitches, and provides more stability.

6. Fix the Green screen panel 

 When your Windows shows a green screen and suddenly turns black, it indicates serious issues with drivers. It happens because of old chipset drivers, outdated or corrupted GPU or corrupted storage, or corrupted USB drivers. Updating motherboard drivers reduces the chance of running into a green screen panel error by ensuring compatibility with the latest updates

7. Security Enhancement : 

Older drivers have vulnerabilities that hackers can easily exploit to gain access to your PC. Driver updates include security patches that protect your system from any malware attack or unauthorized access.

Methods to update Motherboard drivers in Windows 10/11 

• How to update the mobo drivers? Motherboard is also known as Mobo. Motherboard drivers are the software parts that allow the OS to communicate properly with the hardware components connected to your motherboard, e.g., chipset(RAM, CPU, etc), USB ports, audio controller (Realtek, Intel, etc),  and Ethernet/LAN controller(NIC ).
• There are three methods to update motherboard drivers : 

1. Using Device Manager 
2. Using Windows Update
3. Using the manufacturer`s site 

Using Device Manager

You can update chipset drivers in Windows 11 by following the given steps: 

To update the chipset drivers in Windows 10/ 11

• Step 01: Go to Settings, Open Device Manager.
• Step 02: Expand system devices, right-click on Intel R chipset devices, click on update drivers, and tap on ok.

To update USB 

 Step 01: Go to settings and open Device Manager.

 Step 02: Expand the universal bus controller. Right-click on the USB Root Hub or host controller, then click on Update Drivers. 

Using Windows Update 

You can also update the chipset or USB drivers from Windows updates. Simple open setting, go to Windows updates and click on check for updates. 

Steps to update chipset or USB drivers from Windows Update:

• Press windows +I ,Open settings
• In Windows 10, go to Update and Security, then click on Windows Update 
• In Windows 11, go to Windows updates 
• Then the last step is to click Check for updates
• If any updates are available for the chipset or USB drivers, then they will install automatically.

Using the Manufacturer`s site(Intel,AMD ,ASUS) 

Go and check your hardware manufacturer`s site, Device`s brand, e.g, HP, Dell, Lenovo, etc, for the latest updates, visit the official website, search for your model, download and install it. This method gives you the latest and most stable drivers. Steps to download updates from the manufacturer`s site;

• Visit the page that supports your brand.
• Enter your model, and download the latest USB, LAN, or chipset model.

 Update Intel motherboard  drivers(chipset and USB) 

• Open the browser and search for Intel chipset and USB drivers 
• Click on their website to open it. Select the product. Chipset or USB from options 
• Choose your category (download type, Windows 10 or 11)and click on view details

The next step is to click on Download and install them. 

AMD drivers or AMD chipset drivers 

AMD drivers are software packages that allow the AMD processor or the motherboard chipset to communicate properly with Windows. It helps in

•  CPU performance and power management  
• Improve compatibility with Windows updates or games
• Fix bugs and crashes, or stability issues.

 Steps to download the update from the AMD drivers 

• Go to the official website of the AMD chipset page.
• Select chipsets and categories, i.e, AM4, AM5, Windows version, etc.

• Then click on Download Windows drivers, install it, and restart your PC after installation.

ASUS motherboard drivers 

 ASUS is the most popular motherboard manufacturer. These are known for gaming, their best quality, and advanced designs. Steps to download ASUS motherboard drivers are:

Step 01: Open the Asus page and click on support 

Visit the official page of ASUS and click  on support to open the support page 

Step 02: Select a Product 

The next step is to select the motherboard from the options.

Step 03: Select drivers and tools 

 Then enter your motherboard product series and model, and then click on drivers and tools.

Step 04 Download the driver 

Choose your window and download the drivers. Chipset, LAN, Audio, etc.

Conclusions

The motherboard driver plays an essential role in helping your hardware components to communicate with the operating system of your PC. If there is any issue with the motherboard drivers, then they are unable to communicate with your OS. 

Well-chosen motherboard drivers with compatible and high-quality hardware significantly impact a computer`s performance, stability, and future upgrade potential. 

In our blog, we provide alternative methods to update motherboard drivers for efficient performance. You can download updates from(Intel, ASUS, or AMD official sites ) to extend the life of your PC.