Looking to download the latest DisplayLink driver for your Windows computer? Keeping the driver up to date can help resolve problems such as external monitors not being detected, blank screens, display flickering, or USB-connected displays not working correctly.
In this article, we’ll show you two easy ways to download and install the DisplayLink driver on your Windows 11, 10, 8, or 7.
- Option 1 – Download the DisplayLink driver from the official Synaptics website
- Option 2 – Update the DisplayLink driver automatically with Driver Easy
- DisplayLink device not working after the driver update?
Option 1. Download the DisplayLink driver from the official Synaptics website
You can download the DisplayLink driver through the official Synaptics website. Here is how to do that step by step.
Before you download
Make sure your external dock, adapter, or monitor actually uses DisplayLink technology. Not every USB-C or USB docking device uses DisplayLink, so installing the DisplayLink software will not necessarily fix a problem with a non-DisplayLink device.
Also, your device manufacturer may provide an OEM-specific driver or utility that works alongside the DisplayLink software. If you are using a branded docking station or adapter, it’s worth checking the manufacturer’s support page as well.
How to download and install the DisplayLink driver
1) Go to the official Synaptics DisplayLink driver download page.
2) Find Latest Official Drivers and click Download. If you’re using Windows 7 or 8, scroll down to find legacy drivers that support your Windows version.
3) Accept the Software License Agreement
4) When the download is complete, double-click the downloaded .exe installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver.
5) Restart your computer if prompted.
Reconnect your DisplayLink dock, adapter, or monitor and check whether your external display works normally.
Option 2: Update the DisplayLink Driver Automatically with Driver Easy
If you don’t have the time or patience to update the DisplayLink driver manually or regularly check for new releases, Driver Easy can do that automatically for you.
Driver Easy automatically scans your system, identifies outdated or problematic drivers, and helps you find compatible updates. You don’t need to figure out which driver you need, search through manufacturer websites, or worry about choosing the wrong version.
1) Download and install Driver Easy.
2) Run Driver Easy and click the Scan Now button. Driver Easy will then scan your computer and detect any problem drivers.
3) Click the Activate & Update button next to your flagged DisplayLink driver to automatically download and install the correct version of this driver. Or click Update All to update all outdated or missing drivers on your system at once.
You can use Driver Easy by upgrading to the Pro version or starting a 7-day free trial. Driver Easy Pro provides high-speed driver updates, convenient driver rollback and backup, plus full technical support, so you can update and manage your drivers with less hassle. If you’re not sure whether it’s right for you, the free trial allows you to explore all the premium benefits with no upfront charge.
4) Restart your Windows computer to make the new driver take effect.
Try an older DisplayLink driver if the latest one causes problems
A newer driver isn’t always the best match for every system. If your DisplayLink device starts having problems after a driver update, installing a previous driver version may improve compatibility.
Driver Easy makes it easy to try an older version. Simply click the three-dot button next to your DisplayLink driver and click View all available versions. You can choose a previous driver version from the list and click Install.
Restart your computer and test your DisplayLink device again.
DisplayLink device not working after the driver update?
If you’ve installed the latest DisplayLink driver but your external monitor still doesn’t work, the driver may not be the only cause. You can follow these steps for further troubleshooting.
- Disconnect and reconnect the DisplayLink dock or adapter.
- Try a different USB port or USB cable if available.
- Make sure the monitor is powered on and set to the correct input.
- Restart Windows with the DisplayLink device connected.
- Check Settings > System > Display to see whether Windows detects the external monitor.
- Check Device Manager for a yellow warning icon or other device errors.
- Check the dock or adapter manufacturer’s website for firmware updates or additional software.
Updating the DisplayLink driver is one of the easiest and most effective solutions if your DisplayLink-enabled dock, adapter, or USB monitor isn’t working correctly on your Windows PC. You can manually download the latest driver from the official Synaptics DisplayLink website. But if you prefer a simpler approach, a driver updater like Driver Easy is recommended.
Does this post help you fix the DisplayLink driver issue? If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below.
