Before downloading any driver, it is critical to know exactly which Intel hardware is installed on your system. Installing the wrong driver will lead to installation failure and may cause system instability. Use the following methods to correctly identify your hardware:

When the standard installer throws an error stating the driver is not validated for your computer, you must force Windows to accept the software.

: Right-click the Windows Start button and select Device Manager .

The easiest way to ensure you have the correct driver for your specific hardware is to use the Intel Driver & Support Assistant (DSA) . Download and install the tool.