Driver Install Frameworks (DIFx) provides infrastructure and tools to simplify device and driver installation for both developers and users. DIFx tools include the Driver Package Installer (DPInst) tool, the Driver Install Frameworks for Applications (DIFxApp) tool, and the Driver Install Frameworks Library (DIFxAPI) tool.

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files. When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, some Windows features may stop working correctly or Windows may stop responding altogether.

Drivers updated through Device Manager can be done either automatically or manually. If needed, drivers can also be reinstalled through Device Manager. To update or reinstall a driver through Device Manager in Windows, select the desired task from the following list:

The installation file is typically named Autorun.exe or Setup.exe, but this may vary. If you're not sure, check the Readme file in the folder for instructions about how to run the installation.

Get Help has troubleshooters you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Run to start that troubleshooter.

To determine if the Microsoft Basic Display Adapter is being used on a Windows device, select one of the following two methods: When the Microsoft Basic Display Adapter driver is being used by a display adapter, Microsoft recommends updating it to instead use the manufacture's driver.

Open the Program_Name folder, and then click the program's "uninstall" file to remove the program (if the file exists). For example, the file might be named Uninst.exe, Uninstall, or Uninstall Program_Name. Follow the instructions to remove the program.

When you try to install, update or start a program or a file, you receive the following error message: Error: Windows cannot access the specified device, path, or file. You may not have the appropriate permission to access the item.

Using this tool will reinstall the current version of Windows on your device. This tool preserves all your apps, documents, and settings. Make sure to keep your PC connected to a power source and the internet during reinstallation. The reinstall will take you to the Windows Update page in Settings.

Use Windows Update to automatically get updated and recommended drivers for hardware devices on a Windows device.