Article ID: 283560 - Last Review: December 1, 2007 - Revision: 1.4

Cannot Disable a USB Host Controller or Other USB Device After Attaching a USB Keyboard

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SYMPTOMS

After you attach a USB keyboard to your Windows XP-based computer, you cannot disable a universal serial bus (USB) host controller, a USB root hub, or other device in Device Manager.
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CAUSE

This behavior occurs because of the keyboard's being a system-critical device. Attaching the USB keyboard removes the disable option from the Properties menu for the USB device.
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STATUS

This behavior is by design.
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APPLIES TO
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
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Keywords: 
kbprb KB283560
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