debian install nvidia drivers - NVIDIA Graphics Driver for Debian

Looking to quickly figure out how to debian install nvidia drivers? You’re in the right place. This page helps you identify the correct package for your GPU, provides a safe download option, and walks you through installation on Debian step by step. We also include troubleshooting tips so you can get your system running smoothly with minimal downtime.

Download - NVIDIA Graphics Driver for Debian for Debian

Device type: Video Adapters

Supported operating systems:

Date added: 2025-11-21

• Use this package to debian install nvidia drivers through the Debian repositories or the official NVIDIA installer, depending on your hardware and kernel.
• Verify your GPU generation with nvidia-detect to ensure you install the right branch (current or legacy).

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How to install

Troubleshooting common issues

• Black screen or login loop - Nouveau conflict: Ensure nouveau is blacklisted when using proprietary drivers. Check /etc/modprobe.d/ for a blacklist file and run sudo update-initramfs -u, then reboot.
• Secure Boot prevents module loading: If Secure Boot is enabled, the NVIDIA kernel module may not load. Disable Secure Boot in BIOS/UEFI or sign the module with your own MOK and enroll it via mokutil.
• Mismatched kernel headers: Install the exact headers for your running kernel: sudo apt install linux-headers-$(uname -r) and reinstall the driver.
• Wrong driver branch: Older GPUs require legacy branches. Run sudo apt install nvidia-detect then nvidia-detect to get the recommended package.
• Wayland session issues: If GNOME on Wayland fails, try switching to Xorg at login or ensure nvidia-driver and libnvidia-egl-wayland1 are installed.
• After kernel upgrade: Rebuild DKMS modules automatically or reinstall the driver if the module fails to load after an update.
• Clean reinstall: sudo apt purge 'nvidia-*' && sudo apt autoremove, reboot, then reinstall nvidia-driver.

FAQ

• Q: What’s the easiest way to debian install nvidia drivers?

  A: Use the Debian repository: enable contrib non-free (and non-free-firmware on Debian 12), then run sudo apt install nvidia-driver, reboot, and verify with nvidia-smi.

• Q: How do I know which driver version I need?

  A: Install and run nvidia-detect. It will recommend the correct package for your GPU family, including legacy series if needed.

• Q: Can I install CUDA with this driver?

  A: Yes. After the driver works, install CUDA from Debian’s repos (nvidia-cuda-toolkit) or from NVIDIA’s toolkit installer. Ensure the CUDA version matches or is compatible with your driver branch.

• Q: How do I switch back to the open-source Nouveau driver?

  A: Purge the NVIDIA packages (sudo apt purge 'nvidia-*'), remove any blacklist for nouveau, run sudo update-initramfs -u, and reboot. Install xserver-xorg-video-nouveau if needed.

• Q: Is it safe to mix Debian repo drivers with the .run installer?

  A: Avoid mixing. Use one method only. If switching methods, fully purge the previous installation first to prevent conflicts.

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