How do i use my GTX 1060 instead of Microsoft Basic Render Driver? And how do i set up my PC properly? (Windows 10)

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celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:17am

So, i got a brand new prebuilt PC. It worked pretty well and all, but my graphics card was pretty bad. It all started when purple cubes started flickering on my screen. Turns out, that was the graphics card's fault. And i realized, i wanted to play Subnautica when it told me that my Graphics card didn't meet the minimum requirements. Shocked and confused, i clicked on the info box and it said my Graphics Card was "Microsoft Basic Render Driver". I thought the right thing to do was install some graphics card drivers for my GTX 1060 6GB so it would recognize my Graphics Card. And i did just that. But guess what? I restart the PC and there is no screen that shows. Eventually, i realized, i had f**ked the Graphics Card completely. The company who built the PC will soon send me a replacement Graphics Card, because warranty.

But i need YOUR help. How do i set up my Graphics Card? Where did i go wrong? Was it because i immediately plugged in my PC and booted it up? (keep in mind windows 10 was pre installed.) Or did i do everything right, installing the drivers and all but it was the fault of the Graphics Card itself? Help me here, please. I would appreciate some answers.

Last edited by celesware; Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:18am

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Cathulhu Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:19am

Install the video driver for your videocard. Microsoft Basic Render Driver is used when the videodriver is missing so you can have basic functionality.
Additionally, make sure your display is connected to the nVidia videocard and not the integrated videochip of the CPU.

Last edited by Cathulhu; Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:20am

celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:20am

Originally posted by Cathulhu:
Install the video driver for your videocard. Microsoft Basic Render Driver is used when the videodriver is missing so you can have basic functionality.

I tried installing Nvidia drivers but that screwed my Card over.

Muppet among Puppets Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:35am

You need to use their site and choose the right thing you have

celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:47am

Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
You need to use their site and choose the right thing you have

Well, i also did that. Or perhaps i used the WRONG site. Mind giving me a link to the right one?

Muppet among Puppets Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:50am

Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search

celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:55am

Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search

I'll just have to wait for the Card to arrive and try again. But thanks for the help!

Muppet among Puppets Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:58am

Originally posted by Gcan123:
Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search
I'll just have to wait for the Card to arrive and try again. But thanks for the help!

What? We speak about a card that isnt even there?

C2Dan88 Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:00pm

Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search

What are you on about!

Keep it simple all you need to know is
https://www.geforce.co.uk/drivers

Fill in search form as folows
Geforce
Geforce 10
GTX 1060
Windows 10
Select Your prefered langauge

Download latest driver which is currently 417.35

celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:01pm

Originally posted by C2Dan88:
Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search
What are you on about!

Keep it simple all you need to know is
https://www.geforce.co.uk/drivers

Fill in search form as folows
Geforce
Geforce 10
GTX 1060
Windows 10
Select Your prefered langauge

Download latest driver which is currently 417.35

Thanks alot! :D

Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Originally posted by Gcan123:
I'll just have to wait for the Card to arrive and try again. But thanks for the help!
What? We speak about a card that isnt even there?

"The company who built the PC will soon send me a replacement Graphics Card, because warranty." Welp.

Last edited by rotNdude; Jan 4, 2019 @ 7:18am

Muppet among Puppets Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:06pm

Originally posted by C2Dan88:
Originally posted by Muppet among Puppets:
Best way is to find a reputable source that mentions the site. A computer magazine name + nvidia driver search
What are you on about!

Keep it simple all you need to know is
https://www.geforce.co.uk/drivers

I have never seen that link before.
Thats what i am on about.

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C2Dan88 Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:19pm

So you never downloaded a driver from geforce.com?

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celesware Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:20pm

Originally posted by C2Dan88:
So you never downloaded a driver from geforce.com?

I THINK i did. I just don't know if i did it right.

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C2Dan88 Jan 3, 2019 @ 12:23pm

Originally posted by Gcan123:
Originally posted by C2Dan88:
So you never downloaded a driver from geforce.com?
I THINK i did. I just don't know if i did it right.

Sorry my comment was to Muppet among Puppets.

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