: Standard installations include the CUDA Runtime libraries, Profiler API, and Profiling Tools Interface (CUPTI). 3. Installation & System Requirements
To use Toolkit v12, your system must meet specific hardware and software prerequisites. : Requires an NVIDIA CUDA-capable GPU. Download Toolkit v12
: As of early 2026, NVIDIA Developer offers downloads for versions up to CUDA Toolkit 12.8 . : Standard installations include the CUDA Runtime libraries,
: Requires gcc , specific kernel headers, and supported distributions. specific kernel headers
: Features debugging and optimization tools designed for desktop workstations, enterprise data centers, and cloud platforms.
: If a "Custom (Advanced)" installation fails at Nsight Compute, users are advised to uncheck that component and install it separately from the Nsight Compute portal .