Article ID: 000096252 Content Type: Product Information & Documentation Last Reviewed: 09/05/2024

Will I Lose Computer Manufacturer (OEM) Customizations If I Update to an Intel Graphics Driver?

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Summary

OEM customizations will not be lost when updating to an Intel Graphics driver when performing a normal installation.

Description

Will my OEM customizations be lost when upgrading my graphics driver?

Resolution

OEM customizations will not be lost when updating to the latest Intel Graphics Drivers. Go ahead with normal driver installation to retain computer manufacturer (OEM) driver customizations. 

However, performing a clean installation of this Intel generic graphics driver may overwrite OEM customizations. OEM drivers are handpicked and include customized features and solutions to platform-specific issues. The generic Intel driver provides users with the latest and greatest feature enhancements and bug fixes that OEMs may not have customized to address platform-specific needs. Users can check for matching OEM versions at OEM websites.

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