Where to get drivers
Press Windows + R , type msinfo32 , and press Enter. Look for BaseBoard Product or BaseBoard Manufacturer .
Since N1996 is used across multiple products, use these methods to find the specific drivers you need:
If you are using a legacy Lenovo desktop—such as the or M58p —chances are your system is built around the Lenovo N1996 motherboard . This motherboard, often based on the Intel Q45 Express chipset, was a workhorse of the late 2000s. However, as operating systems evolve, finding and maintaining the correct Lenovo N1996 motherboard drivers becomes critical for system stability, peripheral support, and performance.
as a last resort if your hardware is "Legacy" (10+ years old) and no longer hosted by Lenovo. Common Drivers Needed for "N1996" Boards