If the GPU does not initialize, confirm that the NVIDIA CUDA-capable card is properly installed.
- Insert the NVIDIA CUDA-capable card firmly into the motherboard.
- Check for a proper connection between the card and the machine's power supply unit.
This process will vary depending on the type of card. The exact methods for connecting a CUDA-capable card to the motherboard are beyond the scope of these instructions, so users should refer to the documentation provided with the card.
After ensuring a proper installation, proceed to the Specify the GPU(s) and Check Driver and Update sections below.
Check Driver and Update

The GPU driver must be up to date in order for XFsolver to utilize it in a simulation, so users should check the driver version before updating the driver. To accomplish this within the user interface, click the Show Detailed Information in the Simulations window.
Alternatively, the following command line option can be used:
$ xfsolver --xstream-list-devices
Review the message's content and locate the two CUDA version numbers, similar to the example below:
CUDA runtime version: 4010
CUDA driver version: 4020
If the driver version is less than the runtime version, update the driver using the following steps:
- Download the card's newest driver from the NVIDIA website and save it to the disk.
- Install the driver by following the steps in the installation wizard.