When you do this, users cannot install a USB storage device on the computer. To assign a user or group Deny permissions to the Usbstor.pnf and Usbstor.inf files, follow these steps: Start Windows Explorer, and then locate the %SystemRoot%\Inf folder.

Locate the C:\Users\<Old_Username> folder, where C is the drive that Windows is installed on, and Old_Username is the name of the profile you want to copy files from.

When you do this, users cannot install a USB storage device on the computer. To assign a user or group Deny permissions to the Usbstor.pnf and Usbstor.inf files, follow these steps: Start Windows Explorer, and then locate the %SystemRoot%\Inf folder.

If some Windows functions aren't working or Windows crashes, use the System File Checker to scan Windows and restore your files. Though the steps below might look complicated at first glance, just follow them in order, step-by-step, and we’ll try to get you back on track.

The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs.

To open the Xbox Accessories app on your console, press the Xbox button to open the guide, select My games & apps > See all > Apps, and then choose Xbox Accessories. To open the Xbox Accessories app on Windows 10/11, press the Start button , type Xbox Accessories or choose it from the list, and then sign in.

Uninstall in Settings. Select Start > Settings > Apps > Apps & features . Find the app you want to remove, select More > Uninstall. Note: Some apps can't be uninstalled from the Settings app right now. For help uninstalling these apps, follow the instructions to uninstall from Control Panel. Uninstall from Control Panel.

Use this app to try to recover lost files that have been deleted from your local storage device (including internal drives, external drives, and USB devices) and can’t be restored from the Recycle Bin.

Open USB settings. Turn Connection notifications on or off. Note: If you're having trouble downloading photos, see Import photos and videos from phone to PC. Here are some USB-C notifications you might receive if there’s a problem: USB4 device functionality might be limited. USB device not recognized. Slow charger. PC isn't charging.

Summary. Windows updates released August 10, 2021 and later will, by default, require administrative privilege to install drivers. We made this change in default behavior to address the risk in all Windows devices, including devices that do not use Point and Print or print functionality.