How to update graphic drivers 7870

[cbag]

I have a 7870 and I believe I downloaded the 12.6 drivers. I guess the drivers are up to 12.9 now, but I don't know how to update them? Does Catalyst update by itself? Within Catalyst I go to the 'information' tab and click 'software update'. It tells me the current version is up to date. Does it mean the graphic driver or catalyst? Sorry for being a huge driver noob.

If my drivers are really still 12.6 how can I check and how do I update?

 

[cbag]

Best answer selected by cbag.

 

[cbag]

Here's the best way. First, go to AMD's website and download the newest Catalyst version. Here's a link for the 12.8 or 12.9 beta drivers assuming you're using 64-bit Windows 7:
http://support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/windows/Pages/radeonaiw_vista64.aspx

Then follow these steps to ensure a clean uninstall of your current drivers:
www.overclock.net/t/988215/how-to-properly-uninstall-ati-amd-software-drivers-for-graphics-cards

Then install your new drivers

Thanks this was great!