How can I disable driver auto-update done by windows?
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The thread discusses how to disable driver auto-updates in Windows. The original poster asks for a method to turn off driver updates, with one contributor suggesting a registry tweak, and another recommending using the Local Group Policy Editor to disable driver updates specifically, while still allowing other updates. Overall, the thread provides practical solutions for users wanting to prevent Windows from automatically updating drivers.
The thread discusses how to disable driver auto-updates in Windows. The original poster asks for a method to turn off driver updates, with one contributor suggesting a registry tweak, and another recommending using the Local Group Policy Editor to disable driver updates specifically, while still allowing other updates. Overall, the thread provides practical solutions for users wanting to prevent Windows from automatically updating drivers.
You can add the following value ExcludeWUDriversInQualityUpdate in the registry to disable them see this article Configure Windows Update for Business (Windows 10)
AdrianG001
Senior Member
The easiest way to stop getting driver updates from Windows Update is using the Local Group Policy Editor with these steps:
Use the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to open the Run command.
Type gpedit.msc and click OK to open the Local Group Policy Editor.
Browse the following path:
Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update
On the right side, double-click the Do not include drivers with Windows Update policy.
Select the Enabled option.
Click Apply.
Click OK.
After completing the steps, your device will continue to receive security and other patches, but drivers will be excluded.
