What To Know
- Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to roll back AMD drivers effectively and troubleshoot your system.
- By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can safely and easily restore your drivers to a previous version.
- No, you can only roll back to the previous driver version that was installed on your system.
Encountering issues with your AMD graphics drivers? Rolling back to a previous driver version can often resolve these problems. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to roll back AMD drivers effectively and troubleshoot your system.
Prerequisites
- Administrator privileges: You’ll need admin access to perform the rollback process.
- AMD Radeon Software: Ensure you have the latest version of AMD Radeon Software installed.
- Previous driver version: Download the desired previous driver version from AMD’s website.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Uninstall Current Drivers
- Launch AMD Radeon Software.
- Navigate to “Settings” > “System” > “Software”.
- Click “Factory Reset” and follow the prompts to uninstall the current drivers.
2. Enter Safe Mode
- Restart your computer.
- Press and hold the “Shift” key while clicking “Restart” in the Windows login screen.
- Select “Troubleshoot” > “Advanced Options” > “Startup Settings” > “Restart”.
- Press “4” or “F4” to enter Safe Mode.
3. Delete Remaining Driver Files
- Once in Safe Mode, open File Explorer.
- Navigate to the following folders and delete any AMD-related files:
- C:AMD
- C:Program FilesAMD
- C:Program Files (x86)AMD
- C:WindowsSystem32DriverStoreFileRepositoryamdkmpfd.inf_
4. Install Previous Driver Version
- Double-click the downloaded driver package to initiate the installation.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
5. Restart Computer
- Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to finalize the rollback.
6. Verify Rollback
- Launch AMD Radeon Software and navigate to “Settings” > “System” > “Software”.
- Check if the driver version has been rolled back to the desired version.
Troubleshooting
Blue Screen Errors
- If you encounter blue screen errors during the rollback process, try disabling any antivirus or security software temporarily.
- You can also try using the AMD Cleanup Utility to remove any corrupted driver files.
Black Screen
- If your screen goes black after the rollback, try connecting an external monitor to your computer.
- Update the BIOS of your motherboard to the latest version.
Advanced Options
Using Device Manager
- Open Device Manager.
- Expand the “Display adapters” section.
- Right-click on your AMD graphics card and select “Properties”.
- Navigate to the “Driver” tab and click “Roll Back Driver”.
Using Command Prompt
- Open an elevated Command Prompt window.
- Run the following command:
“`
pnputil -f -d %AMD_DISPLAY_DRIVER%
“`
- Replace `%AMD_DISPLAY_DRIVER%` with the full path to the AMD display driver.
Summary
Rolling back AMD drivers can effectively resolve various system issues. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can safely and easily restore your drivers to a previous version. Remember to troubleshoot any potential problems that may arise during the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why should I roll back AMD drivers?
A: Driver updates can sometimes introduce bugs or conflicts that can cause system instability. Rolling back to a previous driver version can resolve these issues.
Q: How often should I roll back my AMD drivers?
A: Only roll back drivers when you encounter specific problems. Avoid rolling back excessively, as it can prevent you from taking advantage of performance improvements and security fixes.
Q: Can I roll back to any previous driver version?
A: No, you can only roll back to the previous driver version that was installed on your system.
