Does Windows 7 Install Drivers Automatically?

Summary. Be default, Windows 7 automatically installs drivers for the devices that are connected to the computer.

Do I need to install drivers after installing Windows 7?

Yes, you’ll have to, as any Windows OS does not include the device specific or any general driveres out of the Box. After OS installation, to use your sound devices, your display devices or to utilize any of your peripherals you’ll need to install device drivers.

Are all computer drivers install automatically?

Windows can automatically check if there are drivers available for new devices that you connect to your computer. For hardware that you’ve connected to your computer in the past, updated drivers might become available at a later date; but those drivers aren’t installed automatically.