Dell driver update

Hi janiemay:

What is your Dell computer model and Windows operating system [open a Run dialog box (Windows key + R) and enter winver to find the version and OS build number] and BIOS version?  To find your current BIOS version open a Run dialog box, enter msinfo32 to open your System Information, and look for the field named "BIOS Version / Date" in the summary.

As a general rule, I always suggest that Dell users install driver updates listed on the support page of their Dell computer model *** and/or offered by a Dell utility like SupportAssist v4.x or your Dell Command | Update v5.x. Your Dell Command | Update v5.x utility should only recommend available driver updates that match your unique Service tag (i.e., for the make and model of hardware components installed in your computer at the Dell factory) and Windows operating system that are certified for your Dell BIOS.

The AVG Driver Updater forum is full of posts from users who had problems with their hardware devices after installing a driver recommended by this software, so I personally would not pay an additional fee to purchase AVG Driver Updater. Installing generic drivers offered on web site of the original hardware manufacturer (e.g., Realtek, NVIDIA, AMD, etc.) can also cause issues on some Dell computers - for example, see fabioluzo's 15-May-2024 Vostro 3520 keeps crashing about problems they encountered after installing Intel and NVIDIA graphics drivers that were not certified for their Dell BIOS.

*** NOTE:  If you go to the support page for your Dell computer model and enter your unique Service Tag on the Drivers & Downloads panel the “This Device” tab should present a filtered list of Dell software and hardware drivers that match your system components, but that does not mean they are required. Some of those compatible Dell programs could be unnecessary bloat that you don’t need to install (for example, I did not purchase any third-party software like Adobe Photoshop Elements, CyberLink PowerDVD, etc. when I purchased my Inspiron 5584 so I don’t need Dell Digital Delivery), and some matching firmware and hardware drivers might already be installed on your computer. When you look for available updates on your support page this way it’s your responsibility to check your installed software at Settings | Apps and/or hardware driver versions at Device Manager to see what is already installed on your system.
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Dell Inspiron 15 5584 * 64-bit Win 10 Pro v22H2 build 19045.6456 * Firefox v144.0.0 * Microsoft Defender v4.18.25090.3009-1.1.25090.3001 * Malwarebytes Premium v5.4.2.217-143.0.5407 * Macrium Reflect Free v8.0.7783 * My Dell v2.2.6.0 * Fusion Service 2.2.14.0

Hey, sounds like you're already covered! Dell Command Update does a good job of keeping your drivers updated, and AVG's daily scans are a nice extra for security. The "outdated drivers" warning from AVG is probably just a marketing tactic to get you to buy their updater. You can safely ignore it if you're already using Dell's tool to manage drivers. No need to spend extra on that!