Learn how to update drivers in Windows using Device Manager to update or reinstall a driver.

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.

DirectX 11.1 is included in Windows 8, Windows RT, and Windows Server 2012. There is no stand-alone update package for DirectX 11.1. You can only install this DirectX version through Windows Update in Windows 8, Windows RT and Windows Server 2012.

If you can't find an app or program, try the tips in See all your apps in Windows 10 and Program is not listed in add/remove programs after installation. If you get an error message when you're uninstalling, try the Program Install and Uninstall Troubleshooter.

Symptom. New Windows 11, version 24H2 devices that are intended to be onboarded to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint might require customers to enable the prerequisite feature. This affects all supported architectures.

The Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter helps you automatically repair issues when you're blocked from installing or removing programs. It also fixes corrupted registry keys. First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter.

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. In the DirectX Diagnostic Tool, select the System tab, then check the DirectX version under System Information.

Here's some of the things you can do in the PC Health Check app in Windows: If you’re currently running Windows 10, PC Health Check provides a comprehensive eligibility check for your device to ensure it meets the Windows 11 minimum system requirements.

We recommend you install the latest update for your device as it contains important improvements and issue resolutions, including this one. After a fresh install or an In-place upgrade to Windows 11, version 24H2, you might face issues with connecting via DirectAccess.

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