Article ID: 000058298 Content Type: Install & Setup Last Reviewed: 08/12/2021

Can I Use the 'INF/Have-disk installation’ for a Windows* DCH Graphics Driver?

Environment

windows1064bit

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Summary

Describes why ‘INF/Have-disk installation’ is not recommended to install a DCH driver.

Description

Unable to validate if it is possible to use ‘INF/Have-disk installation’ method when installing a Windows* DCH Graphics Driver

Resolution

No. This method bypasses the Intel installer, which is designed to install the new DCH graphics drivers. Doing this can result in minor to catastrophic issues on your system and system instability.

You can only use the Installer (.exe) provided by Intel or your computer manufacturer.

Caution

Failure to read this message may result in system instability. Do not use ‘INF/Have-disk installation’ to install a Windows DCH driver. This can result in minor to major system instability.