DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 8.4 M2 Download

Posted at April 25, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 8.4 M2 Description

DisplayLink software release 8.4 delivers:

- HDCP 1.x capability on DL-6950 IC DisplayPort outputs on Windows 10 Creators Update onwards (build 15063, v1703) with platforms (Intel 7th generation CPU + GPU) and players supporting protected content over indirect displays
- DisplayLink DL-4100 monitor rotation sensor reporting through DDC/CI protocol
- Microsoft inboxed audio class driver used from Windows 10 Fall Creators Update
- Windows 10 Ethernet driver DCHU compliance
- Windows 10 video driver DCH compliance
- DisplayLink DL-6950 hardware mouse cursor on Windows 10 Anniversary Update onwards
- DisplayPort++ adapters now supported up to 4Kp60 on DisplayLink DL-6950 IC
- Windows 10 on Qualcomm Snapdragon 64-bit ARM SoC preview
- Other Windows 10 Anniversary/(Fall) Creators Update performance and reliability improvements

Issue fixed in 8.4 M2 release (8.4.3485.0/8.4.3480.0)

- Dell P2415 monitors connected to DisplayPort of DL-6xxx devices occasionally can remain blank after resume from S3 or S4. (27085)
- The DisplayLink driver can misread registry settings which would result in the driver failing to operate after an OS upgrade. This was a regression in 8.4 M0. (26882)
- 4Kp60 mode might not be available on LC-43UB30U TVs. (26859)
- Unreliable Dell M9N09 DP to VGA converter sometimes failed to offer 1920x1080 resolution. (26842)
- The default microphone level is set very low on DL-3xxx/DL-5xxx/DL-6xx0 devices. (26710)
- Pop noise can be heard when using MS Voice Recording on DL-6xx0 devices. (26709)
- Pop noise can be heard when plugging headset into a DL-6xx0 device. (26709)
- Ethernet auto negotiation could fail if only two pairs were present in the Ethernet cable on DL-3xxx/DL-5xxx/DL-6xx0 devices. (25749)

Versions:

- Software Package Version: 8.4.3533.0
- DisplayLink Ethernet Driver Version: 8.4.2815.0
- DisplayLink Audio Driver Version: 8.4.2952.0

Windows 7 - Windows 10 Build 10586:

- DisplayLink Core Software Version: 8.4.3485.0

Windows 10 Build 14393 onwards:

- DisplayLink Graphics Driver Version: 8.4.3480.0

Devices supported:

- DL-6950
- DL-5500 / DL-5700 / DL-5900 / DL-5910
- DL-41xx
- DL-3100 / DL-3500 / DL-3700 / DL-3900 / DL-3950
- DL115 / DL125 / DL165 / DL195

Known Issues and Limitations:

- When upgrading from R8.1, disconnecting and re-plugging the USB of the product using DisplayLink technology is necessary (25057, 25075)
- Windows 7 requires Microsoft KB3033929 or later installed to validate SHA-256 driver signature hashing. SHA1 has been deprecated (23965)
- Devices with mass storage or auto-install are not supported by Windows 10 Anniversary Update UMDF USB driver DisplayLink uses (21959)
- Windows 10 Anniversary Update sets the wrong preferred mode 9124025 (23871)

To install this package please do the following:

- Make sure that all system requirements are met.
- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Locate and double-click on the newly-downloaded file.
- Allow Windows to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User Licence Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect.

About Graphics Drivers:

While installing the graphics driver allows the system to properly recognize the chipset and the card manufacturer, updating the video driver can bring about various changes.

It can improve the overall graphics experience and performance in either games or various engineering software applications, include support for newly developed technologies, add compatibility with newer GPU chipsets, or resolve different problems that might have been encountered.

When it comes to applying this release, the installation steps should be a breeze, as each manufacturer tries to make them as easy as possible so that each user can update the GPU on their own and with minimum risks (however, check to see if this download supports your graphics chipset).

Therefore, get the package (extract it if necessary), run the setup, follow the on-screen instructions for a complete and successful installation, and make sure you reboot the system so that the changes take effect.

That being said, download the driver, apply it on your system, and enjoy your newly updated graphics card. Moreover, check with our website as often as possible in order to stay up to speed with the latest releases.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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