Download the drivers for the desired device from the device manufacturer's site. Make sure to download the correct drivers that match the version and architecture of Windows. Once downloaded, if necessary, uncompress the downloaded drivers. Make a note of where the drivers are located on the Windows device.

Using Windows Update, Windows can automatically check if there are drivers available for new devices that are connected to a Windows device. For devices previously connected to a Windows device, updated drivers might also become available. These drivers can also be installed via Windows Update.

Windows provides a variety of configuration tools tailored to meet the needs of different users. These built-in tools facilitate your device's customization and monitoring, allowing you to change Windows' configuration to suit your preferences and requirements with precision.

When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.

Select Start , enter device manager. Then, select Device Manager from the search results. Was this information helpful?

This article describes how to start the Disk Cleanup tool and specify the hard disk to be cleaned by using the command line. To start the Disk Cleanup tool and specify the hard disk to be cleaned by using the command line, follow these steps: Click Start, and then click Run.

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 Start to run that troubleshooter.

Troubleshoots and fixes common issues with file and folder operations in Windows.

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.

For Windows 7 and earlier, start with step 1: Accessories, and then click Command Prompt. For Windows 8 and later: From Start, search for device manager, and select Device Manager from the search results. Troubleshoot the devices and drivers in Device Manager.