Windows 7 Windows 7 Graphics Driver Not Recognized

[gumby23]

I recently upgraded from Windows Vista to Windows 7 32 bit and instead of simply upgrading I formatted the partition for a fresh start. When I booted Windows 7 up I thought everything was working fine until I tried installing Nvidia's 195.62 driver for my Nvidia GT130M. When I go to install the installation appears to work but I than receive the error, "The System Has Not Been Modified." I've also tried earlier drivers to the same effect.

I than checked my Device Manager and found that my computer doesn't even recognize the graphics card. Instead it shows the Standard VGA Graphics Adapter with the yellow "!" next to it. When I go to update the card Windows tells me that there are no new updates.

Under device manager I checked the properties of the Standard VGA Graphics Adapter and found that the hardware ID is PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0652&SUBSYS_300B1509. I than took this information and edited the nvam.ini file in the 195.62 driver folder as an attempt at making my computer recognize the driver but this also didn't work.

Im at a loss here right now... After countless searching I believe the error has something to do with registry permission but I have no idea how to solve it. Any advice on this problem would be appreciated.

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're facing an issue with installing the Nvidia driver for your Nvidia GT130M graphics card on Windows 7. The error message "The System Has Not Been Modified" indicates that the driver installation process is unable to modify system components as expected. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this issue:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Driver Cleanup:
   • Before attempting to reinstall the Nvidia driver, ensure all remnants of previous installations are removed. You can use tools like Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) to completely remove existing Nvidia drivers.
   []Compatibility Mode:
   • Try installing the Nvidia driver in compatibility mode. Right-click on the driver setup file, go to Properties, and navigate to the Compatibility tab. Enable compatibility mode for Windows Vista or an earlier version if Windows 7 compatibility doesn't work.
   []Device Manager Update:
   • Perform a manual driver update through Device Manager:
     • Right-click on the Standard VGA Graphics Adapter with the exclamation mark.
     • Select Update Driver Software and choose the option to browse your computer for driver software. Point to the location of the Nvidia driver files.
   []Driver Signature Enforcement:
   • Disable Driver Signature Enforcement temporarily during the driver installation process. This can be done by restarting Windows in Advanced Boot Options.
   []Registry Check:
   • Check and ensure that the Windows registry settings related to the Nvidia driver installation permissions are correct. This step requires caution as modifying the registry can have serious consequences if done incorrectly.
   []Manufacturer Specific Drivers:
   • Check if there are manufacturer-specific drivers for your laptop model available on the manufacturer's website. Sometimes, laptop manufacturers provide customized drivers that work better with their hardware.
   []Windows Update:
   • Check for Windows updates as sometimes critical updates can include driver updates or fixes that address compatibility issues.
2. Nvidia Support:
   • Reach out to Nvidia support for specific guidance on driver installation issues related to your graphics card model.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Ensure that you have fully updated your Windows 7 installation with the latest service packs and updates.
     • Create a system restore point before attempting any major changes to your system.
     • Always download drivers from official and trusted sources to avoid compatibility issues.
     By following these steps, you may be able to resolve the problem with installing the Nvidia driver for your Nvidia GT130M graphics card on Windows 7. If the issue persists, seeking assistance from Nvidia support or a professional technician may be advisable.