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I'm just curious as to if you use the included install CD for adding a new device to your system such as a video card, printer, etc.. As to myself I do not unless it is a new build and I don't have a lot of choice.

Before adding a device to an existing system I will go to the manufacturer's site and download the most recent drivers/software and use that instead of the included install media. I DO still look at what is on the included install media as there are, sometimes, little gems included that will not be included in the downloaded version.

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I haven't installed any hardware in quite some time, but I did replace the video card in my wife's PC about a year back. I let Windows detect the device and then I went to the manufacturer's site for the latest drivers.

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I don't even take the CD out of the wrap, just use whatever the latest one is available on Manufacturer's website.


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I don't even take the CD out of the wrap, just use whatever the latest one is available on Manufacturer's website.

Same here. :) I have a new printer supposed to show up tomorrow and already have all possible current drivers, utilities and software downloaded and waiting for the connection. :)

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Sorry but I chicken out, I'm not as confident and use the enclosed CD, especially with the new features that seem to increase when a new printer comes out.

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I'll look at the CD, Joan, I just don't bother installing something I'm likely to end up updating anyway. ;) The reason I still look at the CD is that, sometimes, there some hidden gems.

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I do what Steve said, let Windows pick it up, then download and install the latest drivers from the manufacturer website.


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I'll get updates via the manufacturer but sometimes it's been installed for a while before it shows up that there is a Firmware update or one of the components has an update.

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