How to Install Latest NVIDIA Generic Driver for CentOS

GNU/Linux CentOS NVIDIA Generic Driver Setup Guide

Hi! Unlock the power of your NVIDIA graphics card on CentOS with our comprehensive guide on installing the latest NVIDIA Generic Driver.

Prior to setting up the driver, it’s particularly relevant to consult the following resources:

• Guide on How to Check NVIDIA Card Model
• Guide on How to Find the Right Driver for Your NVIDIA Graphics Card

Furthermore, adhering to the recommendations provided by NVIDIA is crucial. Whenever possible, opting for the tested NVIDIA Linux Graphics Driver sourced directly from the CentOS Repository is highly advisable.

This approach not only enhances compatibility but also guarantees optimal performance and stability. By leveraging the officially supported driver, users can maximize the reliability and efficiency of their NVIDIA graphics hardware within the CentOS ecosystem.

Last, before diving into installing the latest NVIDIA Generic Driver for Linux, it’s crucial to ensure that no alternative is available from your Distro’s Repository.

Prior to proceeding, it’s advisable to consult this guide: How to Install the Latest NVIDIA Driver from Distro Repository!

Finally, this Setup is Valid also for All the others RedHat Linux Based Distros like:

• RedHat Enterprise Linux
• Oracle Enterprise Linux
• Rocky Linux
• AlmaLinux
• Amazon Linux

1. 1. Downloading NVIDIA Driver

   Download NVIDIA Driver for CentOS GNU/Linux
   On the NVIDIA Support Website like in the former Step.

2. 2. Killing X Server

   Then to Stop X Server & Go to Runlevel 3

   Booting CentOS in Server Mode

   Stopping CentOS X Server

3. 3. Accessing Target

   Access the Target location
   Try:

   cd ~/Downloads

   To Verify that it’s there List the contents with:

   ls . | grep NVIDIA

   The grep Command refine the output List showing only the Entries matching the Keyword.
   But if you are in Trouble to Find the Location on Terminal then See: How to Access Downloads Folder from Browser.

4. 4. Installing Latest NVIDIA Driver

   Now to Install NVIDIA Generic CentOS Driver
   First, give Execution Permission:

   sudo chmod +x ./NVIDIA-Linux*.run

   Then Execute the Installer with:

   sudo ./NVIDIA-Linux*.run

   If Got “User is Not in Sudoers file” then see: How to Enable sudo
   If some Issues then See the Readme file on Bottom…
   Possibly to Edit the X Configuration file Post-installation Run:

   nvidia-xconfig

   Last, to Load your barely New Graphics Driver Reboot with:

   sudo reboot