When attempting to update Intel graphics drivers, you may encounter the following error message: "This computer does not meet the minimum requirements for installing the software." (Figure 1) Show
The following solution is applicable when the Intel graphics driver does not install properly, and the operating system version is not able to be updated: Solution
For example, when uninstalling the Intel HD Graphics driver, the Microsoft Basic Display Adapter should appear instead of the missing driver. If the basic driver is displayed in Device Manager, go to the next step. If the original driver is still listed, repeat steps 2 to 4 until the Microsoft Basic Display Adapter driver is displayed. The error message ‘This computer does not meet the minimum requirements for installing the software’ is often due to the presence of an external graphics card which, as a result, disables the integrated GPU. Other than that, a wrong driver or incorrect OS version can also result in the said error message. The error pops up when you are trying to either update or install a driver for your Intel GPU which comes integrated with the chipset. This Computer does not meet the Minimum Requirements for Installing the SoftwareIn some cases, the users are not even able to see the card under the Display Adapters entry in the Device Manager. This usually refers to a restriction imposed by the BIOS configuration. Various motherboards often disable the integrated graphics card in the chipset when an external video card is attached to the system. However, that’s not supposed to occur all the time. We will be looking into the causes of the error message in more detail down below. Therefore, without further ado, let us get into it. What causes the “This Computer does not meet the Minimum Requirements for Installing the Software” Error Message?We went through several user reports to have a better grasp over the said error message and prepared a list of various causes which are mentioned below.
How to Fix the ‘This Computer does not meet the Minimum Requirements for Installing the Software’ Error Message?Now that you are aware of the causes of the error message, let us get into the solutions that you implement to resolve the issue. 1. Use Intel Driver and Support AssistantThe first thing you should do if you face the said error message is to download the Intel Driver and Support Assistant utility that will scan your system configuration and install the required drivers for you automatically. This can be helpful when you are not sure of your integrated graphics card model or anything of the sort. To download the tool, just head to this link and click the Download Now button. This will start downloading the Intel Driver and Support Assistant tool. Alternately, you can check the model of your graphics card. Once you have your graphics card model, you can head to and download the right driver manually. 2. Install the Driver ManuallyThe error message pops up when you are trying to install the driver by running the setup file of the driver. You can work around the error message by installing it manually via the Device Manager. Installing a driver manually is not always recommended, however, in this scenario, you can safely do so. Before you get on with installing the driver manually, make sure you have the right driver downloaded on your system. Afterward, follow the instructions given below:
If you do not have an Intel Graphics entry under Display Adapters, then follow the next solution. 3. Enable Integrated GraphicsAs it happens, some motherboards are programmed to automatically disable the integrated graphics card when you have an external video card attached. However, in some scenarios, that may not be the case and your integrated card might still be disabled. In such a scenario, you will have to enable the integrated graphics card from the BIOS. Enabling your integrated graphics might vary from manufacturer to manufacturer due to which we can’t provide a defined set of instructions. However, to give a rough idea, it usually is found in the Advanced tab of your BIOS settings usually called IGD Multi-Monitor, iGPU Multi-Monitor or Intel Integrated GPU. Different manufacturers have different defined keys for booting into BIOS, so you will have to look it up on Google. Enabling Integrated GraphicsKevin Arrows Kevin Arrows is a highly experienced and knowledgeable technology specialist with over a decade of industry experience. He holds a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification and has a deep passion for staying up-to-date on the latest tech developments. Kevin has written extensively on a wide range of tech-related topics, showcasing his expertise and knowledge in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. His contributions to the tech field have been widely recognized and respected by his peers, and he is highly regarded for his ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. |