Disable Searching Windows Update for Device Drivers

Enable or disable automatic searching of Windows Update by using Group Policy

To enable or disable automatic searching of Windows Update by using Group Policy

1. Open Group Policy Management Editor.
2. In the navigation pane, open Computer ConfigurationAdministrative TemplatesSystemInternet Communication ManagementInternet Communication settings.
3. In the details pane, double-click Turn off Windows Update device driver searching.
4. Do one of the following:
   • To turn off searching Windows Update, click Enabled.
   • To allow searching Windows Update, click Disabled.
5. Click OK to save your settings.