DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 7.9 M2 Download

Posted at December 22, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 7.9 M2 Description

Versions:

- Product Version: 7.9.522.0
- DisplayLink Core Software Version: 7.9.478.0
- DisplayLink DL-3xx0 / DL-5xx0 Firmware Version: 8.12.13.74811
- DisplayLink DL-41xx Firmware Version: 8.12.13.74811

DisplayLink Software Release 7.9 delivers the following features:

- Windows 10 support
- Critical bug fixes

Issues fixed in 7.9 M2:

- On some platforms re-plugging the DisplayLink device from USB port can result in BSOD. (20235)
- On some systems incorrect message stating "cannot install on this operating system" can be seen. (20406)
- On some systems, the "Software installation ended prematurely message" can be seen. (20422)
- Wake On LAN may be not work as expected on Windows 7 if a dock is connected to USB 3.0 port. (20240)
- On Windows 10, the monitor number is missing from the DisplayLink UI in the system tray when two monitors are connected to DisplayLink device. (19697)
- Some third party applications (found with ATIeRecord) can show a Windows Event error after multiple restarts of the PC with DisplayLink software installed. (19871)
- DisplayLink software can occasionally fail to upgrade from older release when downloaded from Windows Update. (20056)
- Landscape mode might is not available for DL-41xx equipped with tilt sensor on Windows 10. (20106)
- The On Screen Display is not available for DL-41xx devices on Windows 10. (20109, 20345)
- Corporate software (MSI files) could claim to be from an Invalid Publisher. (20171)
- Some machines can freeze when the DisplayLink device is connected during installation process. (20233)

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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