The PROPER Steps to Installing / Upgrading to your NEW Graphics card! DDU Tutorial!

[@garethseaborne1416]

It is so nice to have someone who realises that we're not all computer wizards and that we need a detailed step by step guide. This was brilliant and enabled me to upgrade my graphics card flawlessly (though the DDU website had changed slightly which caused some confusion). Anyway, I'm up and running now and noticing a huge difference. Thanks.

[@liinaa.v]

no seriously, for the last 4 years since i had this pc i didnt realize i was in my default 60hz settings when i have 144hz and 165hz monitors... lmfao. i was contemplating buying a new gpu bc i was lowkey starting to lag in games and this just helped in other ways 😂

[@archangelmusic13]

so when he is installing the new driver software on the screen and checking the settings, is he plugged into the regular computer for his monitor or is he plugged into the gpu already? will the gpu even show up if you installed it into the computer before you installed the software?

[@lifeastristan8348]

this is the only video that i could find that THOROUGHLY explains every step in chronological order and he says everything super simply so nothing is confusing i love this

[@Durzo1259]

This is the first tutorial I've found that was 100% clear and never made me ask "but what about the....?" Can't thank you enough for this.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Really appreciate the comment and praise my friend. Thanks for watching

[@halochick69]

I just got a new graphics card and I was scared to do it myself since its the first time I did anything like this. Such an easy and perfectly executed video to get the job done! 10/10 thanks so much!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. Congrats on the new graphics card!!!

[@60milligrams]

same just installed my zotac 3060 TI

[@ikooooooo4086]

@@60milligrams is your old gpu still usable? or does it break when u wipe everything.

[@60milligrams]

its fine still works @@ikooooooo4086

[@JjjTtt-bq2hx]

First time installing a graphics card I was scared I would break it the entire time take about supper stressful

[@TJayWR]

Literally watched this the entire time I was installing my card.. 100/10 awesome info

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you! So happy to hear!!! That’s awesome. 👌🏻🤘🏻

[@christophernixon7926]

Same here thanks

[@Paavo13]

same here first time changing gpu

[@Paavo13]

also everything is working perfectly!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Great to hear! Enjoy your new graphics card

[@Greyy66]

PC kratos here came in clutch and basically carried the whole operation, done and everything is working perfectly, thanks bro , great stuff

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Hahahaha 🫡🫡🫡

[@DanKamYouKnow]

PLEASE READ: UPDATE - 5/15/2023: It appears that uninstalling GPU drivers on newer AMD models may cause a no video output condition, where the GPU is on but your monitor is not getting any signal. Here is what you might have to do: - Disable IGPU multi-monitor in your BIOS ( you MAY have to reinstall your old GPU first to access the BIOS ) - Runn DDU again and see if you receive signal. ( This was tested by a commenter, thank you @Kenco. ) NOTE: Setting your power management mode to "Prefer Maximum Performance" in the NVIDIA control panel may force the GPU (especially 3000 series cards) to run at high clock speeds at all times (even when idle) and increase power draw. This could make idle temps much higher than normal or necessary, especially if you don't have good airflow in your case. Not necessarily a problem if you don't mind running fans at high speeds (i.e. LOUD) all the time. So if your idle GPU temps are really high, then switching back to the "normal" power management mode will remedy the issue. If they need max performance they can set it to run with specific games / programs.

[@JGSnipes]

You should pin this comment through the KZbin studio app so it’s the first one people see!

[@kingbevin]

great wish i would’ve seen this first :/

[@C0c0NuT709]

Can you make a short video on this, I didn’t see the comment and I cannot get my monitors to display the screen even after putting back in my old graphics card. Please help

[@erikmalagon9705]

@@C0c0NuT709 have you fixed it??

[@gonzopr420]

@@C0c0NuT709i'm having the same issue now idk what to do someone helppo

[@minitrundle]

Cant stress how much of a huge help you were to me. I'm a complete noob when it comes to computer hardware but I followed your steps and everything worked as shown. Thank you!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That is awesome to hear!! I appreciate your comment and glad that everything worked out for you. 😎👏

[@Gemini-js8zr]

Over 2 years later and this is still the BEST tutorial on this I've seen.

[@nick-t6t3c]

why won’t it pop up as the press safe mode thing

[@Gemini-js8zr]

​@@nick-t6t3c after I select restart while holding down shift, once the screen goes black. I'll continue holding shift for a few seconds, then take my finger off of the shift key. After a few more seconds the choose an option menu will pop up. I hope this solves your issue.

[@syphonfilter9897]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I just installed my new rtx 3060 from a gtx 1660 and everything went perfectly! I contacted the company that built my gaming PC and they just told me to swap them out. Thank you for being so much more detailed so I don't run into potential issues

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That’s great to hear! Thank you so much for your comment and kind words. Enjoy your new GPU! 😎👌🏻

[@dre2850]

Did you do this with the old gpu installed or you had your new gpu plugged in while erasing everything ??

[@Strangekoi]

This video was a huge help! Made transitioning from EVGA1660 Super to 3060 XC quite smooth. The whole process took about an hour with the help of this video.

[@Zjombie]

You are a legend man! I have been so stressed out for the past couple of weeks after upgrading my 1060 to a 3070ti. Everything was working fine in the beginning, but just got worse and worse every day. I was going over a million different possibilities as to why this is happening.... except for this, because I had no clue about it in the first place. I started getting BSOD's while playing games, my GPU usage was insanely high for doing such menial tasks like web browsing or running Wallpaper Engine, spiking all over the place like crazy, and the temps were getting higher. I had NO IDEA that doing a clean install like this was even a thing, and your tutorial was very easy to follow. I just finished and my GPU usage is completely fixed. Feels good man. Cant thank you enough!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

It’s crazy the kind of issues that can occur with bad drivers! It can cause so many programs. I love DDU because you can run it any time you want, it’s a great diagnostic tool, and in most cases, will resolve issues you may be having! Thank you for the comment and I’m super happy that your system is running right again. 🤝🤝🤝

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Hey guys! Thank you so much for watching my video! Just to clarify, the 3070Ti in the machine IS my NEW GPU, in which I spent MONTHS trying to get and had to buy with a bundle. In the video, I don't replace it but I just pretend I do for tutorial purposes. In this video, I show you how to uninstall your old drivers using DDU / Install your new GPU / Install the latest drivers for your new GPU / and a few minor settings adjustments. The video is pretty long so I made chapters if you want to fast forward through certain sections. Doing it this way will ensure that your new GPU is affected by any old drivers from your last GPU! DDU can also be used as a diagnostic step if you are experiencing issues with your GPU. I hope this video is helpful for you. If you have any questions or concerns, please comment down below. Thanks for all your support and have a great day!

[@brotherschism8842]

i have a AMD gpu and i am wanting to test out a lower-tier nividia GPU I plan to go back to the AMD GPU do i neeed to remove the AMD drivers??????

[@colintreinen8643]

I have an i5 for my cpu. What do I unselect in the specific options page

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You can just leave the normal options selected. Just select the *prevent windows from installing drivers* one.

[@dre2850]

Can you do this whole your new gpu is installed or you do it in your old one and plug it the new one wants it resets it ?

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You can do it either way. You can run DDU at any time

[@j_saint6534]

Great video and extremely helfpul!! I'm not sure if this was mentioned in the comments already, but you might want to let people know that setting their power management mode to "prefer maximum performance" in the NVIDIA control panel may force their GPU (especially 3000 series cards) to run at high clock speeds at all times (even when idle) and increase power draw. This could make idle temps much higher than normal or necessary, especially if they don't get good airflow in their case. Not necessarily a problem if you don't mind running fans at high speeds (i.e. LOUD) all the time, but you could let people know that if their idle GPU temps are really high then switching back to the "normal" power management mode will remedy the issue. If they need max performance they can set it to run with specific games / programs. I learned all of this the hard way haha.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That is good to know and my EVGA card did not have these results when switching to maximum performance. Thank you!!

[@electrix5092]

Which card did u experience this with 🤔

[@j_saint6534]

@@electrix5092 Gigabyte 3080 Gaming OC 12gb

[@electrix5092]

@@j_saint6534 I just purchased an Asus TUF 3080 12gb OC I hope the same doesn't happen

[@j_saint6534]

@@electrix5092 It's no big deal if it does honestly. There's no need to run it at max performance when you're not gaming anyway, and the performance differences with max performance and normal mode aren't all that significant. If you NEED to run at max performance power management mode while gaming just switch it on before you boot the game up.

[@perfect_tempo8853]

Best guide I've found about using DDU with the correct settings. I appreciate the methodical approach you took with walking us through every step. Thanks!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much, really appreciate the kind words.

[@DarknessQ]

as a first time changing my GPU it was confusing and I thought I would need to go to a repair shop to do it but thanks to you it seems very easy its about your way of explaining simple and clear keep up the good work!

[@ned_kellyhd]

I was a bit lost when going from my GTX 1080 to RTX 3060. PC wouldn't boot and just beeped at me. After following you video steps I am happy to say it is now running great. Thank you so much for an easy to follow, step by step fix. Am now subscribed to your channel.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thanks for your comment. I’m happy it was able to guide you through the whole process and fixed your issue! Really appreciate the subscription 🤝

[@hades6933]

Successfully upgraded from a 1660ti to a 3060ti with this video! Very helpful man keep it up.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thanks! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@mirdisini6992]

Which cpu u got

[@Faraz_99]

First time watcher and can I just say you got a subscriber for life! This literally made the process of my first upgrade on my PC so easy and educational. Thank you so much for explaining it so well and making it dummy friendly!!!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Hey Faraz! Thank you so much for your comment and I appreciate you subbing to my channel! I am glad my explanation helped you get your new GPU installed.

[@papasquatch2432]

I'm about to upgrade my build for the first time and I'm super nervous. Probably almost as nervous as when I built it. This will be my reference video FOR SURE.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Please let me know if you have any questions! It’s an easy process, you got this!

[@papasquatch2432]

@@DanKamYouKnow Thanks. Just figuring out what I can and can't fit into this Phantek 300A. Will be upgrading from a hand me down 1650. Will definitely contact if I have any questions!

[@bloodflwrz]

watched your vid just now because i'm going to upgrade my 1070ti to 3060ti! hopefully all goes well, thanks for being so direct and clear, none of that mumbo jumbo that other youtubers stuff their tutorials with

[@DanKamYouKnow]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@chargerboy411]

How it got? I got the same 1070 and looking to upgrade

[@cyb3rgothh]

Literally the most helpful video on the internet! I just installed my 3060 rtx with no issues. Thanks for the immaculate video ❤

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you! That is very nice of you to say and I really appreciate your comment. 🤝🤝🤝🤝

[@dre2850]

Did you do this with the old gpu installed or you had your new gpu plugged in while erasing everything ??

[@philmccracken2012]

I also literally watch this the entire time I was uninstalling drivers and loading in new ones. You explain that perfectly. It's the detail, step-by-step explanation that makes it so awesome. Thank you!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You’re welcome and thank you for the kinda words! Appreciate you leaving a comment.

[@dre2850]

Did you do this with the old gpu installed or you had your new gpu plugged in while erasing everything ??

[@arts7363]

thank you! I have an Omen 30L and ive been watching your videos for awhile now and its been really helpful. I changed all my fans and got the best airflow suitable for me i appreciate all these omen videos since there is none online. ty

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Happy to help my friend! 🤝👍🏻🙏🏻💪🏻👌🏻

[@emma6648]

What’s your setup like what fans did you use and where did you put them

[@arts7363]

@@emma6648 6 fans in total, i kept the front led fan for my 30 l and replaced everything else. I used a 20 mm fan for the top mount, two bottom fans a 92 mm and 20mm, for my rear fan i got a 92mm, and for my cpu fan i have an 80mm.

[@emma6648]

@@arts7363 you mean 120mm? Right, and where at the bottom? Just set them there under the GPU?

[@arts7363]

@@emma6648 my bad, 120 mm yes, i added a 120 mm at the bottom and a 92 mm, i set the 120 mm at the bottom of the case and the 92 mm below the gpu so on top of the power supply, its been running great, would you want to see how it looks?

[@gillesfontaine1128]

Amazing tutorial, installed my new gpu with no problems. A big thank you!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you and you’re welcome! 👌🏻🙏🏻🤝

[@D4RK_RHYS]

Love you brother just upgraded to the 3080 from a 970 and was scared to do it thanks to this my pcs running better than ever ❤

[@Armin00]

Hey Dan, today I upgraded from a 1060 3G to a 3060Ti, and I’ve been loving it so far (I also upgraded from 16 to 32 GB RAM). Safe to say that watching this video helped a lot, it made me more familiar with DDU and made me more confident in the physical aspect of replacing a card. It was honestly quite easy to understand and figure out, and that’s hugely thanks to you. Your video was very clear and easy to follow, so great job and keep it up! Definitely earned a sub ;)

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That’s awesome to hear and thank you so much for the comment and sub! Very much appreciated!

[@Armin00]

@@DanKamYouKnow You’re very welcome! One question though, if you don’t mind. I’ve gamed a couple of hours today and the performance was great, no issues. Then later in the day I was installing a game on Steam, listening to Spotify and using Chrome with multiple tabs open. Out of nowhere my PC crashed with this very loud buzzing sound for about a second, and after that it rebooted. After that I tried gaming again (The Division 2) and no issues once again. Maybe this is a huge coincidence out of nowhere but in the last 5 years I’ve never had this happen before (maybe once at most) so now I’m very paranoid lmao. Any idea what the issue could be? Like I said I have a 3060Ti with 32GB RAM, and an i7-6700K CPU. I know the latter is quite outdated, but I’d need to replace my motherboard as well to get a new CPU (and probably also my 600W PSU and CPU cooler), which I can’t really afford right now. Anyway, any idea what the issue could’ve been? So far it hasn’t happened a second time but I’m still a bit worried, I can’t lie. I tried to find some answers online but it didn’t really help.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

May be a good idea to check event viewer. Doesn’t seem like the PC was under load when it crashed so I think Windows just crashed on its own for some reason. If keep an eye on it and see if it happens again

[@Armin00]

@@DanKamYouKnow Yeah I ran a Windows Memory Diagnostics test - since that’s what I found as a recommendation online - and then checked the logs, but truth be told I’m not an expert at understanding these things lol. There seems to be only one thing in the “Critical” category though, and that is Kernel-Power 41 (63). Online it says it basically means that Windows shut down incorrectly, and it recorded this in 5 instances, with 4 being very recent ones: 2/02/2023 (today around 1AM) 1/02/2023 23/12/2023 3/12/2023 9/08/2021 I don’t exactly remember what happened on 3/12, but it’s probably me accidentally turning off the electricity in my room, I remember doing that quite recently. On 23/12 I had this really strange monitor issue that I have solved now, so no problem there. On 1/02 it’s most-likely the issue I described in my previous comment, and 2/02 is probably referring to when I reinstalled Minecraft Bedrock and strange things started to happen. I was playing online with my cousin who’s on console, but the game was running slow and chunky all of a sudden. Eventually I found out that the in-game FPS limiter is what caused it (no wonder the “Experimental” warning is there), so once I put it to unlimited, things went back to normal. But before I found that out I decided to reinstall the game, and for some reason the screen started flickering a lot (this also happened beforehand a few times after simply Alt-Tabbing). But this time, the screen fully turned black as well and when I did a mouse click to see if it would go away, the system rebooted all of a sudden, so I guess this is what it’s referring to. I’ll keep an eye on it though and see if further weird crashes like these happen. If not then it’s probably all a big coincidence. Thank you for the help!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Let me know what you find out. I have seen issues before where the Kernal 41 code could be a bad power supply as well. Keep monitoring it and see what happens 👍🏻

[@joedirt9228]

I genuinely appreciate your videos and detailed explanation. This step by step process was by far the best I’ve seen. Definitely subscribed immediately after watching this. Thank you Sir!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much for the kind words, the sub, and tuning into my stream!! ❤️

[@DaontayMartz]

Found this video VERY helpful 3 years later. Thanks!

[@fbwsimpilot]

Great video, very clear and easy to follow and very well explained. Just swapped out my card today following your advise. It was spot on, all done in 15 mins from start to finish. Local pc shop wanted £35 to do this. Thank you so much for your time putting this together. I have subscribed 👍

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you! Happy to hear this video helped you out. I really appreciate the sub and the kind words as well 👍🏻

[@gamingcentre6409]

@@DanKamYouKnowi’m thinking about upgrading my gpu from 1660 super to something a lot bigger and more powerful. would i have to get a new cpu. or can i just install it. btw the pc was a prevuilt

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You can keep your current CPU. Depending on how old the CPU is, what GPU you get, and what resolution you play at, you may experience at bottleneck.

[@JWickyJr13]

His beard in the intro: The year is 2020 and I still don’t have a 30 series card… His beard after the intro: It’s been 84 years…

[@DanKamYouKnow]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Wondering if someone would noticed my dyed beard. That 5 month search for my GPU totally greyed me out 😫

[@demon_killer5310]

😂😂

[@FindAWayGymnastics]

What a fantastic follow-along tutorial! With your excellent help, there was never a moment of doubt that what I was doing was incorrect. Thank you!

[@mfvicli]

Switching from a 1050ti to a 3060 ti, so BIG change. Thanks for this video. I especially appreciated the part at 12:30. Wouldn't have thought of that at all. My card only has one eight-pin connector, but I imagine that would have caused issues if I had messed that part up.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You’re welcome!! Thanks for the comment! Yeah, some GPU’s require multiple 8 pin connectors and it has to be plugged in right or the card won’t function properly. I honestly should of made that it’s own part in the video but at least it’s there. Congrats on the upgrade to a 3060Ti, it’s an awesome card!

[@LilRipsFM]

Still trying to figure out why my monitor is showing up static whenever I power on my computer with the new GPU and I'm only using one 8pin connector.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Have you tried a different monitor cable? Or a different port on the GPU? You may want to try your old GPU to eliminate the possibility that it may be a bad GPU =\

[@LilRipsFM]

@@DanKamYouKnow As soon as you said that, I switched over to the HDMI cable and what do you know, I'm able to get picture on my monitor again lmao. Thanks so much for the video by the way!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Interesting! So one of the ports on your GPU might have a slightly loose connection, but at least another one is working fine! You’re welcome and thanks for watching.

[@fredburmer7306]

Thanks for taking the time to put this together. This is the most comprehensive tutorial I've ever seen. I followed it step by step and installed my new GPU without a hitch.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that comment. I’m very proud of this video. Enjoy your new GPU!

[@dre2850]

Did you do this with the old gpu installed or you had your new gpu plugged in while erasing everything ??

[@DanKamYouKnow]

I’m my tutorial, I did it before. But you can run DDU at any time, even with your new GPU plugged in

[@Midas2010]

LEGEND !! Dec 2024 and I swapped out an old GTX 1060 with a new RTX 4060… worked like a charm… Thank You 😀👍

[@DM-eq4rs]

Excellent video, very useful and well explained. Here comes my like, Sir.👍🙌

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thanks for the like and kind words!

[@1up601]

Your such a G that yer beard started aging backwards

[@DanKamYouKnow]

😎😎😎😎😎

[@stevenross2686]

Honestly the best tutorial I've ever seen for anything! 1000/10 man!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you!!!!!

[@kpv123]

Thank you so much for this well prepared and excellently delivered video. Good job. I'm updating the video card and drivers , and this was a good reminder video. By the way as far as using DDU goes and not the windows remove program - Nvidia recommends against using the windows remove program in their release notes for the drivers. But most people don't read those.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much! Really appreciate your comment Kathy. I never even knew NVIDIA warned against using Windows Add/Remove programs either! I have had driver issues before so always relied on DDU for new GPU’s and issues that I think may be related to GPU drivers 😎👌🏻

[@MiguelHernandez-gt4ep]

On my DDU I am not seeing the official download here prompt

[@noahweibell]

same what did you do

[@declans8381]

@@noahweibelli clicked the top option which said auto extract. doing it now

[@Max10294]

Yeah what can I do about this?

[@declans8381]

@@Max10294 I downloaded the first one that looks like a real download link. this was a few weeks ago i used this guide

[@declans8381]

@@Max10294 it still works, if you’re still yet to go through with it. 👍

[@petarristovski1208]

After watching you for so long only on KZbin shorts, I'm so happy when I actually found you when I actually need something. Thank you so much, you've got a subscriber.

[@lorisaquino6114]

Ahhh man I cannot express how easy your video was. Such a great help! Built my first pc a while ago and decided to go for the upgrade, went from RADEON to GeForce 1660. So far everything appears to have worked as I booted the pc with old GPU in and it was still in bad graphics mode with the audio symbol disabled so I know the drivers aren't installed for it. But I have the no signal screen on my 1660...I've been pulling my hair out for ages wondering why as your steps were so easy to follow...only to overlook the same thing you keep saying to try ALL ports....there's me only thinking it's the HDMI port (which on the 1660 there's only one )...I didn't even think to try the 3 display ports...so have to wait for tommorow to see if it's truly worked! No reason to suspect it hasn't 😅 ...but I do have a question based on that....will I have better performance running a display cable rather than a.HDMI cable ? Thanks mate!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much for the comment and glad I can help! Some monitors have different benefits for using DisplayPort over HDMI. My monitor for instance, will only do 120hz with an HDMI cable, while it will do 144hz with DisplayPort cables. Hope that helps.

[@markh351]

Thanks for this video Dan! I recall that Jayztwocents had a similar video not terribly long ago but I'm glad that you made this video and made specific mention of unselecting all AMD options in DDU for those of us who have an AMD CPU and an Nvidia GPU on our systems. I know the last time I swapped out a GPU on a machine, it was in 2017 when I changed from a GTX 760 to a GTX 1060. At the time, I don't think DDU existed so I simply uninstalled the old drivers and shut down the computer before installing the GTX 1060 and then I installed the new drivers. I ran it for a couple of days to make sure the new card was stable before I formatted my hard drive and re-installed the OS. But it is a good idea these days to use DDU in safe mode as you have to erase all traces of the old GPU from the operating system. Personally, I don't use GeForce Experience, but that's personal preference LOL. Awesome that you make mention also of changing the refresh rate for your monitor and some of the Nvidia options.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Appreciate it Mark! DDU is such a great tool. I had issues with an AMD driver with my RX5700, and a DDU fixed it completely. I think if someone is putting spending all this money on a new GPU, taking 5 mins to run DDU is totally worth it. Especially if you’re going from AMD to Nvidia or vice versa.

[@AvatarLover98]

I have a concern, I’ve never installed a GPU. I currently am going from AMD RX 580 to GeForce 1060 and I have an i5 intel cpu. Do I need to uncheck the AMD specific options?

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You do not need to uncheck them 👍🏻

[@GalungaBunga]

11/10 tutorial. clearly spoken and easy to follow with no prior experience. proper and frankly the best tutorial i have ever used. first try, zero complications.

[@aartdevletter5822]

7:33 i do have an amd cpu, but also an amd gpu. I am confused now… I do select the and check marks right? So this is not an issue for cpu drivers?

[@matthewueberroth6119]

Did you figure that part out? I have an amd cpu and gpu but I’m putting in an nvidia gpu

[@aartdevletter5822]

@@matthewueberroth6119no did not figure it out sadly

[@SuperDeepGuy]

You’re a handsome looking critter bro thanks for the helpful tutorial

[@DanKamYouKnow]

❤️❤️❤️

[@s4varin286]

Just finished upgrading my 2060 to a 4060 for the first time. Everything works perfectly fine. Excellent video, great advice, straight to the point. 10/10. Thanks a lot

[@TheAndyzilla]

Amazing video! Only thing that got me confused was when using DDU you mentioned "if you have a amd cpu (or at least what i heard) so if im transitioning a AMD to an nvidia do i check off those boxes? Or diff ones. Thanks for the help!

[@Naughtystimpy]

@@DanKamYouKnow I'm so confused - this is totally unclear in the video and is still unclear from your comment. I have an AMD build (AMD CPU and AMD GPU) and will be transitioning to an NVIDIA graphics card (AMD CPU and NVidia GPU). So what options are you saying to select and not select?

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Leave the AMD options in there unchecked, just like I have in the video. It will still delete your GPU drivers.

[@ryancox4498]

@@DanKamYouKnow I have an Intel CPU. Does that mean I uncheck the Intel option, and leave the AMD stuff checked?

[@DanKamYouKnow]

No, you can leave the Intel items checked

[@lolsdtraian5313]

Instructions unclear. I deleted system 32

[@Otmjay1400]

Did u figure this out

[@cocoNberry]

What! How the hell did u go from uninstalling the drivers to deleting ur system files. That's mad.😮

[@lucaberardi6682]

It did the same thing pls tell me you found a fix

[@pulseivasco5329]

not gonna lie but u could say earlyer that i need to install 7 zip

[@MurrmorMeerkat]

Respectfully If your doing anything tech wise it would be a good idea to have 7zip or winrar

[@groundedinfirstprinciples383]

I had some major instability after installing the new 3080. Thank you for the detailed and deliberate instructions. Subscribed.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thanks for the sub and comment! Glad to hear it’s all resolved now 👍🏻

[@omniscienteye8880]

Calm, concise and informative. I paused on the part to make sure each cable wasnt a daisy chain into the GPU. Extremely helpful. THANK YOU!

[@kevinbuchanan-dorrance9101]

I’m not good with PCs and used this tutorial to install a new GPU for the first time. Worked without any problems, thanks so much 🙏🏼

[@BritishMedic225]

This video is honestly is the best. Explains what you need to know, as you need to know it. Installed two graphics cards using this video, will come back in a few years for the next card! Thank you so much

[@filip_389]

Thank you so much! I’ve upgraded from a gtx 560 to a rtx 2060 super! I couldn’t have done this without your video! 😊

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That’s quite an upgrade! Enjoy it my friend

[@jaywilloughby4715]

Checking in from the end of 2024, this video is still extremely helpful. I was worried about the installation process, but the video explained everything I needed to know. Thanks!

[@ChuvyOfficial]

Before upgrading I had a 1660 Ti, just upgraded to a 4070 Super. When I was plugging in the power to the GPU, I only used 1 cord because that’s all my old card required, and when I turned the PC on both screens were black and nothing happened! I took off the side panel for my pc and found the second cord hiding down by my power supply. Plugged it in, and everything is running smoothly now. Amazing video, thank you so much!

[@0392ivan]

Just followed your instructions step by step upgrading from 3080 Ti to 4070 Ti with No issues at all. Thanks alot.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You’re welcome! 🤝👍🏻😎

[@NovaPup18]

2 years later, and this video translates extremely well. Thank you my friend for the awesome step-by-step explanation that left no stones unturned in the installation process!

[@angelmastoris3840]

Even when I know how to install a new GPU I still decided to watch your video and install it together! Amazing video!!! ❤

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you Angel!!!

[@TotallyTeddy]

Had to come back to this video just to say that it works 100% follow it step-by-step on your phone and for older GPUs try every single display output before calling it quits Thank you so much for this video

[@2020heinsite]

Can't fully explain how helpful this will be when I install my new RTX 3060 GPU tomorrow. I've watched the entire video now and already learned so many steps I might never have completed otherwise. I plan to watch this again on a side machine while I do my installation. Thanks again for making such a clear and complete guide for those of us who want to upgrade at home!

[@2020heinsite]

In the end I had to use this procedure to reinstall my original GTX 1060 because, unfortunately, the cable connectors provided by my older ATX 880 PSU did not include the 8-pin connector that the new 3060 card requires. So my only solution now may be to upgrade the PSU to something more current as well. It was a good afternoon however. The computer got cleaned, software updated, and everything was reinstalled and made working again. It's just a bummer that I'll have to wait a bit longer to get the new GPU up and running. My original comments stand. You did a great job explaining the process for me.

[@Richard-mz7qu]

Outstanding instruction! I have built four of my last tower computers, but this is the first comprehensive tutorial I have seen regarding the GPU. Thank you for a very detailed, easy to follow instruction process from start to finish. From 2012 to 2024 and still relevant. New sub here.

[@desertedshadow]

Thank you so much for this awesome video it made the process so much easier being able to follow along I was really nervous swapping out the gpu the right way

[@TubuBean]

Wow this is the best tutorial I have ever seen. You were straight to the point, you explained everything in high detail, and you never made me have any questions because you already covered it. Thank you so much for the help and I am going to go enjoy my new GPU. Thank you.

[@cabl7787]

Thank you. Finding all of this info on my own would've taken a while. I had no idea DDU was a thing before watching your video

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You're welcome! It's such a great tool to have. Great for diagnosing possible driver related issues too.

[@MrRickPatel]

Your literally amazing at explaining and speaking at a good pace to clearly understand everything step by step. Awesome video and thanks for the help!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you so much!! Really appreciate the kind words and comment my friend. Have a good one 🤝

[@dopenation604]

Hey bro, I just want to say what an informative, direct, and easy to follow. I had the best gpu transition watching this and followed step by step while my baby was screaming 😂 Couldn't get any more easier for real. Thank you so much. 😊

[@ze-tophat-gamer1424]

Worked perfectly every single step. This guy is awesome

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Appreciate it

[@DarkRubberDucky]

That was the best explanation. I didn't even think of the drivers. Computer is looking beautiful! Thank you, good sir.

[@PktRocket]

I’ve returned to your video several times for multiple swaps. Super informative and helpful. Thank you!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You’re welcome!! Thanks for the support

[@surfseina]

I could say a lot right now but i’ll leave it at thank you. You are a living legend.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

🤝🤝🤝

[@luce2988]

I tryed installing my amd card 3 times and the 4 timr it worked because of you! Thank you so much! 😊

[@cadenmilller]

i don’t normally like and subscribe to these type of videos but this helped me out more than you know. truly appreciate you taking the time to show both amd and nvda and every step until the end.

[@RecRoomRodeoYT]

I just got an AMD 6750, I really appreciate your video, tomorrow I install the GPU and this video will help a lot!

[@paulchong693]

You are a wonderful instructor, so clear and no nonsense. Thanks so much!

[@jsb1585]

Hi man, a few years late to the party, but thanks for the great guide! I've (finally) upgraded my GPU after years of valiant service, and this is by far the clearest and most well explained set of instructions I've come across. Very well done ✅

[@eRasputin]

Hi there, I'm not sure if you're the sort of channel owner who gets the chance to see all your comments, certainly not this many, but I really appreciate this video. I've just installed my first new graphics card with relatively few hitches.

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Hey Johnathan! Yes I do, and I’m really appreciate you leaving a comment and happy my videos helped. 🤝

[@gimbabu-bab]

Hi, i just got my RTX 3050 8GB installed by myself. Thix video is so informative and helpful for the beginner like me. I followed every step and it works 100%. You’re so cool man!!!

[@meowwmae]

two words.. THANK YOU. as a newbie i wouldn’t have been able to do this without you holding my hand through every step 🤣

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Happy I could help my friend!

[@tommortonz]

My first time installing a graphics card, and I had no problems installing it following this video. Thanks 👍🏻

[@DanKamYouKnow]

🤝🤝🤝🤝

[@maxrichards5925]

Ty so much for the guide! This helped me out a ton besides the uninstalling old drivers part. If anyone else gets stuck with windows loading forever, reboot with the smaller button on your case. That helped me out a lot :)

[@Bonhamer1]

Absolutely perfect. I’m up and running and about to change the resolution right now. You’re amazing man.

[@Versaceconchas]

Have to comment! Just followed each step one by one and it was perfect . If your switching from AMD to Nvidia 100% recommended

[@DanKamYouKnow]

💯💯💯🤝🤝🤝

[@susorate]

I just upgraded from a gtx 1060 3gb to a rtx 4060ti 8gb, THANK YOU SO MUCH, I was so scared, you made it simple, easy to follow and very clear.

[@reinji1582]

Now this is a tutorial that is easy enough to follow. It was my first time changing my dying 5700xt to 3070ti.. easy enough to follow.. thank you

[@anthonymazzotti7423]

Followed along the whole uninstall/new install, and everything worked perfect. Each step explained well, easy to grasp. Thank you!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You’re welcome, great to hear 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@anthony_mh3.645]

I hope you see this, your the best thanks for the in depth guide, no one else explains these important steps with the drivers 🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@EddieJarnowski]

I needed a video on this so i clicked on it and i'm like YES! THIS GUY! He should do a go to sleep listening to a soothing voice channel lol. Thanks bro. Love your videos.

[@roquri]

Just went from a GTX 1060 to a RTX 3060TI. This video helped a lot. Had no idea about even starting the PC in safe mode. Haven't had to do that since Win 98!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Happy to hear! Safe mode is fantastic if you are diagnosing any issues and need an environment that's made to do so!

[@only4funzies]

Just swapped my 2080 Duke OC for a 3080 FTW3 and with your help it went as smooth as butter. Thank you very much for a good tutorial!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thank you!!!!

[@irift3]

Great video! Thank you for the walkthrough and for speaking in a slow manner. Some folks talk so fast i have to keep going back. This was perfect. Thank you again

[@DoubleA93]

Thanks a bunch man. Just replaced my old GPU with a 70 series FE today with the help of your tutorial. Definitely giving it a like!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Thanks! Congrats on the new GPU 🤝

[@JohnGamYes]

Youve saved me a lot of stress! Tysm! (Tip: Dont forget to turn off your Power supply before removing the gpu!)

[@DanKamYouKnow]

You're welcome

[@talon1706]

Kids have it easy today with instructional videos. I learned how to build pc's by trial and error back in the 90's. Great video.

[@corvega_joe]

Sir, thank you so much for this tutorial. I think you might have the best tutorial on the entire site because those other dudes just make it seem like you just take it out and put the new one in.

[@wowKOMA5118]

Thank you for making this video! Swapping GPU was stressing me out! This worked flawlessly 👍 I did think i made an error after completing the instalation of the new gpu bc the fans wasnt spinning ( went in to gpu tweak III and incresed the fans to 100% and there was no error, just that my new gpu didnt get stressed and ramping up at the powering on moment, so a good tip for anyone else having the same "problem" 😂 Again thank you ❤‍🔥 You are the only one that explains this in detail👍 still relevent 2 years later🤠 🖖

[@jakemartinez3109]

This video is ABSOLUTELY perfect for a first time builder

[@Endymion429]

One of the best tutorials I think I’ve ever seen on KZbin! Thanks bro 🙌

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Oh wow! That means a lot, thank you so much. Really appreciate your comment

[@Endymion429]

@@DanKamYouKnow you’re welcome man everything was explained so well and you didn’t rush anything. I’m upgrading from an RX 570 to an RX 6600 solid upgrade for $200 I’m pretty hyped!

[@DanKamYouKnow]

That’s a great deal and a great card, enjoy my friend.

[@Endymion429]

@@DanKamYouKnow thanks man I will! It was actually a little over $200 but not by much still a solid deal. But it’s a brand new xfx SWFT 210 card they seem to have solid reviews any thoughts on this brand?

[@DanKamYouKnow]

Great brand, haven’t seen many issues. Haven’t heard anything about their customer service or RMA process ( warranty ) though, which is probably a good thing.

[@pdytplayz8173]

THANK YOU. I built my PC myself and wanted to upgrade from a GT 1030 to a 1660 super and this video was very nice at explaining all the steps needed. I love technology 😎

[@DanKamYouKnow]

👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@justari8967]

I’m also looking to upgrade from a GT 1030. How much of a difference in Gaming Graphics and fps did you notice after your swap? (assuming you’re a gamer)

[@alahmadimohamed1126]

Thank you very much 🙏🏽 just installed my new GPU, easy and clear 👌🏽 greetings from Tunisia

[@DanKamYouKnow]

🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝