NVIDIA OpenGL Driver 4.1 for XP

You will need any one of the following Fermi based GPU to get access to the OpenGL 4.1 and GLSL 4.10 functionality:

- Quadro Plex 7000, Quadro 6000, Quadro 5000, Quadro 5000M, Quadro 4000
- GeForce GTX 480, GeForce GTX 470, GeForce GTX 465, GeForce GTX 460

For OpenGL 2 capable hardware, these new extensions are provided:

- ARB_debug_output
- ARB_ES2_compatibility (also in core OpenGL 4.1)
- ARB_separate_shader_objects (also in core OpenGL 4.1)

For OpenGL 3 capable hardware, these new extensions are provided:

- ARB_get_program_binary (also in core OpenGL 4.1)
- ARB_robustness
- ARB_viewport_array (also in core OpenGL 4.1)
- GLX_EXT_create_context_ES2_profile
- WGL_EXT_create_context_ES2_profile
- GLX_ARB_create_context_robust_access
- WGL_ARB_create_context_robust_access

For OpenGL 4 capable hardware, these new extensions are provided:

- ARB_shader_precision (also in core OpenGL 4.1)
- ARB_vertex_attrib_64bit (also in core OpenGL 4.1)

This package contains the files needed for installing the Nvidia OpenGL driver. If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. Even though other OSes might be compatible as well, we do not recommend applying this release on platforms other than the ones specified.

To install this package please do the following:

- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Unzip the file and enter the newly-created directory.
- Locate and double-click on the available setup file.
- Allow Windows to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User License Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect.

About Graphics Drivers:

While installing the graphics driver allows the system to properly recognize the chipset and the card manufacturer, updating the video driver can bring about various changes.

It can improve the overall graphics experience and performance in either games or various engineering software applications, include support for newly developed technologies, add compatibility with newer GPU chipsets, or resolve different problems that might have been encountered.

When it comes to applying this release, the installation steps should be a breeze, as each manufacturer tries to make them as easy as possible so that each user can update the GPU on their own and with minimum risks (however, check to see if this download supports your graphics chipset).

Therefore, get the package (extract it if necessary), run the setup, follow the on-screen instructions for a complete and successful installation, and make sure you reboot the system so that the changes take effect.

That being said, download the driver, apply it on your system, and enjoy your newly updated graphics card. Moreover, check with our website as often as possible in order to stay up to speed with the latest releases.