DriverMax 5.31

• Quick specs
• Price: Free
• Operating system: Windows 2000/XP/2003/Vista/Server 2008/7
• Date added: October 01, 2009
• Total Downloads: 1,534,665
• Downloads last week: 20,694
• See full specifications

Add to my list Add to my Watch List

Download Now (3.07MB)

Tested spyware free

CNET editors' review

Reviewed by: CNET Staff

Behind a slick interface, this program backs up all your PC's drivers in case you mess up something fierce. From registration to implementation, DriverMax works fast, runs smooth, and does even more than mere backing up.

When you run the app, it asks you if you'd like to run the trial version or apply for a registration key. The key is free, though, requiring only an e-mail address and your name. Once you've entered the key, the program interface appears, with slick button navigation: Driver Operations, Updates and Identification, and Popular Hardware. Mousing over one reveals more choices, so you can export your drivers, import drivers, or view an installed drivers report.

Updates lets you update both the DriverMax software and the drivers themselves, although as of this writing there is a warning label on the DriverMax Web site that downloads are not currently functioning. The program can also identify unknown hardware and point you in the direction of popular hardware options, pointing users to a compilation of statistics about different video cards and processors.

The strongest features, though, relate to driver backup and reinstalls. They function smoothly, offering users the option to back up all drivers or compile a customized list. Reinstalling an "accidentally" deleted driver was as pain-free as could be. As of the version 4.4 update, the DriverMax Agent, which automatically scans for driver updates, works in Windows XP and Windows Vista 32-bit, but not 64-bit. This is a great utility tool that should appeal to newbies, advanced hackers, and everybody in between.

Publisher's description

DriverMax is a powerful free utility which helps you download, back up and restore the drivers installed on your Windows Vista or Windows XP computer and check if newer versions are available. Download all drivers from one place in just a few steps. Or back them up so you will have all of them in a single place and will be able to reinstall them in a few minutes. This tool can save you a lot of time when reinstalling Windows, especially on older computers for which the original CDs containing the drivers have been lost. You no longer have to track down old driver installation CDs, insert one installation CD after another or spend hours searching for drivers on the Internet. DriverMax is also able to display a detailed report about all drivers (versions, release dates) installed on your system. Identify unknown devices in your computer and get Windows Vista rating information before you purchase new hardware.

Microsoft

Connect to your Business from anywhere. Windows Small Business Server 2008.

Learn More

More popular Operating Systems & Updates downloads

1. 21,233 downloads 1. CNET TechTracker app
2. 20,694 downloads 2. DriverMax
3. 7,211 downloads 3. Windows 7 USB/DVD Download Tool
4. 7,090 downloads 4. Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
5. 6,580 downloads 5. Windows XP Media Center Edition
6. See all Operating Systems & Updates downloads