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Fix: System has a Driver Locked to Manufacturer Specifications
Manually reinstalling the driver is the easiest solution
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The graphics driver is one of the most important on the PC, directly affecting the performance and gaming experience. But when updating the driver through the setup, many got theYour system has a driver that is locked to manufacturer specificationserror.
The problem arises because the manufacturer limits updates unless one is specifically pushed from their end. This ensures stability but can be a problem for many. So, let’s find out how you can fix things in no time!
How do I fix Your system has a driver that is locked to manufacturer specification on Windows 11?
Before we move to the slightly complex solutions, try these quick ones first:
If none work, head to the fixes listed next.
1. Uninstall the current driver
In case the driver installer still shows theYour system has a driver that is locked to manufacturer specificationserror in Windows 11, execute the same steps, but this time, restart the computer before the finaldriver installation.
2. Switch to Microsoft Basic Display Adapter
3. Use a third-party tool
If manually removing the driver before running the setup seems tricky, you can rely onthird-party software.
The tool may be flagged as PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) or malware, but it’s safe to use as long as you get it from a reliable source.
4. Run the setup with administrative privileges
5. Get the latest drivers through Windows Update
If nothing worked, try looking for the latest Intel driver version in the Windows update. Microsoft allows hardware vendors to release updates through the official channel, and this way, you don’t run into any error messages and eliminate conflicts.
After fixing theYour system has a driver that is locked to manufacturer specificationserror, a few reported theThis driver has been blocked from loadingmessage, but it can be easily fixed bydisabling driver signature enforcement.
Remember, it’s recommended that you run the latest drivers, and any errors encountered alongside can be fixed in no time!
For any queries or to share what worked for you, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
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