GNU/Linux openSUSE NVIDIA Generic Driver Setup Guide
Hi! Unlock the power of your NVIDIA graphics card on openSUSE 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 openSUSE 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 openSUSE 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!
1. Downloading NVIDIA Driver
Download NVIDIA Driver for openSUSE GNU/Linux
On the NVIDIA Support Website like in the former Step.2. Killing X Server
Then to Stop X Server & Go to Runlevel 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. Installing Latest NVIDIA Driver
Now to Install NVIDIA Generic openSUSE 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