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Anonymous asked in Computers & InternetHardwareOther - Hardware · 3 weeks ago

How do I swap my GPU out for my new one?

I have a GTX 1660 super currently installed in my PC but I will be getting a RTX 3070 tomorrow. I worry when I take out my old GPU the new one might not work without doing something in particular? I read somewhere on this site that I should uninstall the drivers from my GPU and shut down the PC. WellI don't know how to uninstall drivers and I'm sceptical of that idea because this was from a decade ago. What precautions should I take and what do I need to do to swap them out correctly?

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  • ?
    Lv 7
    3 weeks ago

    first, download the LATEST drivers for your new card here:

    nvidia.com

    then, go to the Control Panel (search it on the Start Menu) and click Programs & Features. it should have a list of all programs.

    uninstall anything NVIDIA.

    turn off your PC and swap cards.

    start up the PC and run the installer for the new card that you just downloaded.

  • Spock (rhp)
    Lv 7
    3 weeks ago

    FIRST, you read the directions that come with the new card.  SECOND, if they seem beyond your capability, you hire the work done -- else, you follow the directions.  Support comes from the maker's website -- not from YA since that is shutting down soon.  [local shop does this all the time -- check prices]  -- grampa

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