Why doesn't ASUS provide drivers through Windows Update any more?

[davorj]

The following hardware IDs have no compatible driver through Windows 11 Update:

PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_7A4E&SUBSYS_88821043&REV_11
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_7A4D&SUBSYS_88821043&REV_11
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_7A24&SUBSYS_88821043&REV_11
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_7A4C&SUBSYS_88821043&REV_11
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_7A23&SUBSYS_88821043&REV_11
ACPI\VEN_INTC&DEV_1085

Why is that? ASUS used to provide all its mobo drivers through Windows Update, so what changed? Distributing them through Windows Update makes sure they are widely used and thoroughly tested for stability. For a top-of-the-line product I would expect no less.

The mobo works fine, and I have no idea what these devices are for, so I am even reluctant to download the drivers from the ASUS website as I don't know whether their use is wide-spread and whether they are stable.

[Jiaszzz_ROG]

Hello @davorj 

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delayed response.
Based on the information you have provided, we can confirm that the update items in question seem to be supplied by Intel.

For guidance on how to install or update ASUS drivers, please refer to the instructions in [Motherboard] How to install motherboard drivers and utilities?
If you still have any concerns, kindly provide your motherboard model, relevant screenshots, and a detailed description of the issue for us to better understand and address your problem.

Thank you.

[davorj]

The mobo is Asus ROG Strix B660-I Gaming WiFi. The B760 variant has a similar issue.