DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 7.9 M3 Download

Posted at April 20, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

DisplayLink USB Graphics Driver/Utility 7.9 M3 Description

Versions:

- Product Version: 7.9.658.0
- DisplayLink Core Software Version: 7.9.630.0
- DisplayLink DL-3xx0 / DL-5xx0 Firmware Version: 8.12.19.75291
- DisplayLink DL-41xx Firmware Version: 8.12.19.75291

DisplayLink Software Release 7.9 delivers the following features:

- Windows 10 support
- Latest release for Windows 10 Threshold 2 update, due in November
- Critical bug fixes

Issues fixed in 7.9 M3 (7.9.630.0)

- The DisplayLink device could remain in device manager for up to 30 seconds after disconnecting the USB cable. This problem was only visible on Windows 7 with an Intel USB 3.0 host controller. (20509)
- DisplayLink monitors can stop working with the latest (October 2015 or later) primary card graphic drivers on Windows 10. (20717)
- The Start button or Microsoft apps might fail to operate on Windows 10 with DisplayLink software installed. (20160)
- Installation of DisplayLink software is not successful if 8.3 short file names are disabled. This was a regression in v7.8 software (20595)
- Monitors attached to DisplayLink device might briefly show a corrupted desktop image during mode changes. (20254, 20441)
- The resolution 2560x1440 was not be available for some monitors with invalid EDID. (20390)
- 'Fit to TV' compensation feature was not available on Windows 10. (20107)
- Sometimes a transient corruption can be visible on DisplayLink monitor during replugging USB cable if the monitor is connected to DisplayPort. (19704)
- On some monitors connected to DisplayLink device via HDMI, the audio stream can be distorted or there can be no audio available. (20417, 20510)
- The DisplayLink installer did not show an error when trying to install on Windows Vista. (20386)

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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