Download and install drivers in Windows 8.1
Support for Windows 8.1 ended on January 10, 2023. We recommend you move to a Windows 11 PC to continue to receive security updates from Microsoft.
Windows comes with drivers for many devices, such as printers, displays, keyboards, and TVs. A driver is software that a device uses to work with your PC. Every device needs a driver to work with your PC. So, in many cases, you can plug in a device, and it’ll work automatically.
Windows can also download device software and info. This might include an app that the device manufacturer created to go with your device or info like the product name, manufacturer, and model number, to help you distinguish between similar devices.
Drivers are updated occasionally. Windows can update them automatically, or you can install the updated drivers yourself. It’s important for you to have confidence in the updated drivers you install. Windows notifies you if it detects a suspicious or unsafe driver you shouldn’t install.
Automatically get the latest drivers and software
Windows Update checks for updated drivers and software for your devices and install them automatically. Keeping Windows Update on is a good way to make sure your devices continues to work properly and you get the best experience with them.
Note: PCs running Windows RT 8.1 always automatically download and install drivers, apps, and info for your devices.
To check that automatic updating is on
- Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, tap Settings, and then tap Change PC settings. (If you’re using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, click Settings, and then click Change PC settings.)
- Tap or click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Windows Update.
- Tap or click Choose how updates get installed.
- Under Important updates, choose Install updates automatically (recommended).
Installing drivers yourself
If your device came with a disc, it might contain software that installs a driver. Before you install a driver from a disc, check the info that comes with it to be sure it supports your current version of Windows.
You can also search for new drivers on the manufacturer’s website. Driver updates are often available in the support section of their website. Download the latest driver for your device, and follow the installation instructions on the website. You can usually double-tap or double-click the downloaded file to install the driver on your PC.
If the driver you got from a disc or downloaded from a website doesn’t install itself, you might need to install manually.
To manually install a driver
You must be signed in as an administrator to follow these steps.
- Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, and then tap Search. (If you’re using a mouse, point to the lower-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer up, and then click Search.)
- Enter Device Manager in the search box, and tap or click Device Manager.
- In the list of hardware categories, double-tap or double-click the category your device is in and then double-tap or double-click the device you want. For example, to see your video card, tap or click Display adapters, and then double-tap or double-click the video card name.
- Tap or click the Driver tab, tap or click Update Driver, and then follow the instructions. You might be asked for an admin password or to confirm your choice.
Notifications telling you about unsafe drivers
Occasionally, you might see a notification that a driver is unsigned, has been changed since it was signed, or can’t be installed by Windows. We recommend that you don’t install unsigned or changed drivers.
A digitally signed driver includes a digital signature, which is an electronic security mark that indicates the publisher of software and whether someone has tampered with it since it was signed. If a driver has been signed by a publisher that has verified its identity with a certification authority, you can be confident that the driver comes from that publisher and hasn’t been changed.
If you see any of the following notifications when you’re installing a driver, you should stop the installation and go to your device manufacturer’s website to get a digitally signed driver for your device.
Windows can’t verify the publisher of this driver software
The driver doesn’t have a digital signature or has been signed with a digital signature that wasn’t verified by a certification authority. You should only install this driver if you got it from the manufacturer’s disc or from your system administrator.
This driver hasn’t been signed
The driver hasn’t been digitally signed by a verified publisher. The driver might have been changed to include malware that could harm your PC or steal info. In rare cases, legitimate publishers do change drivers after they’ve been digitally signed, but you should only install an unsigned driver if you got it from a device manufacturer’s disc.
Unfortunately, there’s no trustworthy source of info that indicates who has published an unsigned driver. Anyone can change the contents of an unsigned driver, and there’s no way to know why it was changed. Most manufacturers now digitally sign the drivers they create before releasing them to the public.
Windows requires a digitally signed driver
A driver that lacks a valid digital signature, or has a signature that was changed after it was signed, can’t be installed on 64-bit versions of Windows. You’ll only see this notification if you have a 64-bit version of Windows and try to install such a driver on it.
Windows 8 for Windows
Now that the world has moved on from CRT monitors to flat, touchscreen laptops, it’s only right for Microsoft to develop a fitting operating system. In 2013, the company introduced Windows 8 to do just that. Unfortunately, it didn’t get as many fans as it fell short, especially in the UI department. Then came its biggest update, Windows 8.1.
Is bigger better?
Microsoft listened to their woes and delivered Windows 8.1 in the hopes of making this version more accepted by the public.
Fans of Windows 7 & Vista weren’t exactly thrilled about Windows 8. Firstly, it differs so much from the interface users have gone accustomed to and loved. Their biggest complaint, where in the world is the start button? Microsoft listened to their woes and delivered Windows 8.1 in the hopes of making this version more accepted by the public. You also have the ability to hide the start screen or be directed to the app list instead. This list is basically a full screen start menu which you can organize into a number of different categories. It’s not the same as that of Windows 7, but it’s definitely not as bad as Windows 8. Windows 8.1 also improved its personalization features on your start screen. You now have to option to create smaller or larger screen tiles to your heart’s desire. Use smaller tiles to make your start screen more productive as you can see more apps all at once. Bigger tiles show more up to date details. You can glance at the weather forecast without actually opening the application. The start screen can also adjust to larger resolutions so you have more rows of tiles without needing a huge empty space. The varying sizes of tile apps allow for more convenience in using your mouse or trackpad to navigate. More options to suit you Microsoft also included over 100 different color combinations you can use to personalize your desktop. Windows 8.1 comes with a number of pre-installed starts screen patterns or you can even use your own desktop wallpaper as its background. Desktop apps color coordinate themselves to match the most dominant color in its logo. You can easily see changes on your desktop without jumping in and out of the PC settings app. Just simply go to the personalization panel in the Charms bar and try to change your wallpaper and see if it looks nice.
Search and multitasking
The updated search function goes beyond the ordinary OS search engine. It’s now a platform built right unto your computer’s system that allows you to search locally and on the internet for whatever you need. Locating a document using this feature will not only lead you to the file but will also offer you search results from the internet and on your app settings. Multitasking is also made easier in Windows 8.1. Switch from one app to the other by simply moving your cursor all the way into the left hand corner, hit click and it leads you to the last app you used.
Where can you run this program?
Computers running on Windows 8 can get a free update to Windows 8.1. You simply have to go to the Windows store and follow the steps to upgrade manually. Windows 8.1 requires your machine to have at least a 1 GHz processor or faster with support for PAE, NX, and SSE2. You will also need at least 1 GB of RAM if you’re running on a 32-bit processor or 2 GB RAM for those on 64-bit, and hard disk space of 16 GB or 20 GB respectively. For optimal performance, Windows requires a Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver.
Is there a better alternative?
If you want to stick to a Windows operating system, then Windows 10 would be the wisest choice. It has better security measures and is more reliable and efficient compared to its predecessors. Developers made its recent update less frustrating by reducing clutter, especially in the start menu. You may also customize it by adding applications to suit your needs. This OS also allows you to remove built-in apps you don’t think you’ll use like Movies & TV, Groove Music, Paint 3D, and more. macOS 10.14 Mojave is the latest operating system for Apple machines. It offers several features that help improve the aesthetic of your computer. Save your eyes from damage by switching to Dark Mode. Organize random content in your desktop through Stacks. Quick Look allows you to perform actions on files without actually opening any application. There are so many useful features to check out.
Our take
Windows 8.1 is definitely an improvement from Windows 8’s underwhelming performance. You may take a little more time to get used to it but you have more options to customize this operating system. It’s best for laptops with touch screen capabilities. It’s a relief that the start button is back, but its interface still feels a little bit awkward. However, if you didn’t enjoy Windows 8, this update isn’t going to change your opinion about it.
Should you download it?
Yes. If you’re still on Windows 8, it’s high time for you to get an upgrade to 8.1. But if you have the option to get Windows 10, it’s best to grab the opportunity as it would definitely be the wiser choice.
- Impressive search functionality
- Customizable
Сколько масла в двигателе Шевроле Круз
Chevrolet Cruze – компактный автомобиль С-класса, впервые представленный в 2001 году. В Японии данная модель была известна как Suzuki Ignis. Одноименный пятидверный хэтчбек получил бензиновые моторы 1.3 и 1.5 л. В России машина впервые появилась в 2008 году, когда появился Cruze второго поколения. Машину предлагали в кузовах седан и пятидверный хэтчбек. Автомобиль стал глобальной моделью, предназначенной для большинства стран мира. В основе Cruze II использовалась платформа от Opel Astra J.
В 2012 году начались продажи универсала. В Южной Корее автомобиль получил название Daewoo Lacetti Premier, а в Австралии – Holden Cruze. На российском рынке были доступны версии с бензиновыми двигателями 1.6 и 1.8 л, с мощностью а 110 и 140 л. с. соответственно. Эти моторы были актуальны для седана, тогда как универсал Cruze II оснащался атмосферными двигателями 1.4 и 1.6 л. Еще были доступны дизели 1.7 и 2.0 л. Продажи Cruze в России завершились в 2015 году.
С 2014 года в Европе продается третье поколение Chevrolet Cruze. В 2016 году представлена модернизированная версия для Северной и Южной Америки, а также в Китае и Азии. К тому времени появилась версия в кузове хэтчбек. Cruze III получил 1.4-литровый 150-сильный турбомотор. Помимо основного ДВС, версия для китайского рынка оснащалась 113-сильным мотором объемом 1.5 л. Модель третьего поколения построена на платформе D2XX. Автомобиль выпускается в Китае, Мексике и США.
Сколько моторного масла заливать в двигатель Chevrolet Cruze
Год выпуска – 2008-2016.
- Масло в двигатель 1.6 – 3,75 л.
- Масло в двигатель 1.8 – 4,5 л.
- Масло в двигатель 2.0 – 5,6 л.
Chevrolet Cruze 1.6, 1.8, 2.0 масло в двигатель сколько и какого требуется?
Chevrolet Cruze – автомобиль С-класса, являющийся ближайшим конкурентом Toyota Corolla и Ford Focus. Первое поколение Cruze поступило на конвейер в 2001 году. В то время автомобиль с таким именем продавали в Японии, тогда как в других странах (в том числе и в России) эта модель была известна как Suzuki Ignis. Машина получила бензиновые силовые установки объемом 1.3 и 1.5 литра, агрегатированные с пятиступенчатой АКПП и механической КПП-5. Привод – передний или полный в зависимости от комплектации. Chevrolet Cruze для российского рынка дебютировал в 2008 году, однако для японцев это была машина второго поколения. «Круз» образца 2008 года – глобальная модель концерна General Motors, предназначенная для продажи в Южной и Северной Америке, Азии и Европе. В основе автомобиля использовалась платформа «Дельта», позаимствованная у Opel Astra J. В разработке «Круза» принимали участие специалисты корейского подразделения General Motors. Изначально в продаже был доступен седан, а спустя два года начались продажи пятидверного хэтчбека. Семейный универсал появился в 2012 году. К тому времени на конвейере появился рестайлинговый автомобиль с доработанными бамперами и улучшенной передней панелью в салоне.
Шевроле Круз 2008 года выпускали в Корее, Индии, Таиланде, Китае, Австралии и других регионах мира. Одноименный седан для российского рынка выпускали в Санкт-Петербурге. Производство запустили в 2009 году, а в 2011 году была освоена сборка хэтчбека, в то время как универсал делали в Калининграде. В России Шевроле Круз оснащался бензиновыми двигателями 1.6 и 1.8 литра, с мощностью 109 и 141 л. с. соответственно. Первый мотор был позаимствован у Шевроле Лачетти. Топовые версии оснащались шестиступенчатым «автоматом». Интересно, что специально для универсала был предусмотрен 1.6-литровый 124-сильный двигатель. В 2013-м стартовали продажи турбированной версии с объемом 1.4 литра (140 л. с.). Базовая цена на Круз в России составляла 600 ты. рублей. С 2014 года выпускается Chevrolet Cruze третьего поколения, который в России не представлен.
Сколько моторного масла необходимо для Chevrolet Cruze
Поколение 1 (2008-2015)
- Масло в двигатель 1.6 – 3,75 л.
- Масло в двигатель 1.8 – 4,5 л.
- Масло в двигатель 2.0 – 5,6 л.