Ubuntu Linux 22.04 is a widely used open-source operating system. If your system has an Nvidia graphics card, installing the right Nvidia driver is critical to ensure optimal performance. This blog entry outlines the steps for installing Nvidia drivers on Ubuntu Linux 22.04, as well as how to identify which version of the driver to install.

Step 1: Determine the Nvidia Graphics Card Model Before installing the Nvidia drivers, it’s important to know the model of the Nvidia graphics card in your system. To do this, open up the Terminal and run the following command:

lspci | grep -i nvidia

This command will display the Nvidia graphics card model.

Step 2: Add the Nvidia Graphics Drivers PPA The next step is to add the Nvidia Graphics Drivers PPA to your system. Open up the Terminal and run the following commands:

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:graphics-drivers/ppa
sudo apt update

This adds the Nvidia Graphics Drivers PPA to your system and updates the package list.

Step 3: Identify the Correct Nvidia Driver Version To identify the right Nvidia driver version, you need to know the graphics card model you have. Then, you can check the Nvidia website for the appropriate driver version. Another option is to use the following command in the Terminal:

ubuntu-drivers devices

This command will display the recommended Nvidia driver for your system.

Step 4: Install the Appropriate Nvidia Driver Once you have determined the appropriate Nvidia driver version, you can install it. To do this, run the following command in the Terminal:

sudo apt install nvidia-driver-<version>

Replace <version> with the driver version number for your Nvidia graphics card. For example, if the recommended driver version for your system is 495, you should run the following command:

sudo apt install nvidia-driver-495

Step 5: Reboot Your System After installing the Nvidia driver, you need to reboot your system to apply the changes. Run the following command in the Terminal:

sudo reboot

Step 6: Verify Nvidia Driver Installation To verify that the Nvidia driver is installed correctly, you can run the following command in the Terminal:

nvidia-smi

This command will display the status of your Nvidia graphics card and the installed Nvidia driver version.

In conclusion, installing the correct Nvidia driver is crucial for ensuring that your Nvidia graphics card functions optimally. By following these steps, you can identify the correct driver version for your system and install it on Ubuntu Linux 22.04.