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HOW TO: Force Windows to Use Standard VGA Compatible Driver
This is the same VGA driver that Windows uses in Safe mode. If the computer becomes stable or shuts down in a typical manner while you are using the standard VGA driver, you may have to contact the OEM driver vendor to report the problems that you have when you use the OEM driver.
Which version of DirectX is on your PC? - Microsoft Support
Follow these steps to use the DirectX Diagnostic Tool to check your DirectX version: In the Search box on the toolbar, enter dxdiag . Then select dxdiag from the list of results.
Your CD or DVD drive is not recognized by Windows or other programs
Method 2: Check BIOS settings and chipset drivers. Verify the drive is activated in the BIOS. BIOS systems vary by device. ... From Start, search for Device Manager. Open Device Manager from the search results, and select the View menu. Choose Show Hidden Devices. Expand IDE/ATAPI Controllers, and then:
Fix Bluetooth problems in Windows - Microsoft Support
If you don't see the Bluetooth icon, but Bluetooth does appear in Device Manager, try to uninstall the Bluetooth adapter, and then trigger an automatic reinstall. Here's how: Select Search on the taskbar, enter device manager, then select Device Manager from the results.
Checking your version of DirectX - Microsoft Support
To check which version of DirectX is on your PC using the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, select the Start button and type dxdiag in the search box, then press Enter. In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool , select the System tab, then check the DirectX version number under System Information .
All about the Xbox Accessories app | Xbox Support
To ensure compatibility with all controllers, make sure that your Windows device is up to date and that you’re using the latest version of the Xbox Accessories app. ... If you’re using the app on a Windows device, use the Xbox Wireless Adapter or a USB cable to connect and configure your accessory. To use the app on your console, make sure ...
A driver can't load on this device - Microsoft Support
Warning: Turning off Memory Integrity on a Secured-core PC takes the device out of a Secured-core state.If you choose to continue using your device without addressing the driver problem, you might discover that the functionality the driver supports does not work any longer, which could have consequences ranging from negligible to severe.
How to check if your device meets Windows 11 system requirements after ...
Press Windows logo key + S or select Search, type pc health check, and select PC Health Check from the list of results. Select Check now . It can take up to 24 hours for Windows Update to refresh your eligibility info.
Make older apps or programs compatible with Windows
Compatibility setting. Description. Run this program in compatibility mode for. Runs the program using settings from an earlier version of Windows. Try this setting if you know the program is designed for (or worked with) a specific version of Windows. Reduced color mode. Uses a limited set of colors in the program.
Windows 10 and Windows 11 in S mode FAQ - Microsoft Support
Also, even if you aren't in S mode, peripherals and devices will only work if the drivers they depend on are built into Windows 10. It's a good idea to check whether the hardware developer has published a version of the driver that runs on a Windows 10 device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Note that switching out of S mode is one-way.