Help in Disk Management - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use Disk Management to perform advanced storage tasks like initializing, extending, shrinking, or changing drive letters. Find troubleshooting tips and links to other resources for Windows 11 and Windows 10.
Update drivers manually in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to update or reinstall device drivers, such as USB drivers, in Windows 11 or 10 using Device Manager. Follow the steps to search for updated driver software or uninstall and reinstall the driver.
Open Device Manager - Microsoft Support
Learn how to access Device Manager on Windows 10 to view and manage the hardware devices and drivers on your computer. Device Manager lets you update, uninstall, or troubleshoot your devices.
Error codes in Device Manager in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to find and fix error codes generated by Device Manager in Windows 10, 8, and 7. See the list of common error codes and their resolutions, and contact the hardware vendor or Microsoft Support for more help.
Automatically get recommended drivers and updates for your hardware
Learn how to let Windows download and install drivers and information for your devices, such as USB drivers. Find out how to check for and install optional updates, and what to do if Windows can't find a driver for your device.
Defragment / optimize your data drives in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to manually or automatically defragment or optimize your hard disk drives or solid-state drives in Windows 11 or 10. Find out the difference between defragmentation and trimming, and how to change the optimization schedule.
Your CD or DVD drive is not recognized by Windows or other programs
Learn how to fix the issue of CD or DVD drive not seen in File Explorer or Device Manager, and not working properly due to driver or registry problems. Follow the steps to use the troubleshooter, check BIOS settings, update or reinstall the driver, and more.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
Learn how to use the System File Checker tool (SFC.exe) to scan and restore missing or corrupted system files in Windows. Follow the steps to run the tool, view the scan results, and manually replace the corrupted files if needed.
How to start Disk Cleanup by using the command line
Learn how to run the Disk Cleanup tool and specify the hard disk to be cleaned by using the command line. Follow the steps and enter the command c:\\windows\\SYSTEM32\\cleanmgr.exe /d Drive in the Run box.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Learn how to use the Program Install and Uninstall troubleshooter to fix corrupted registry keys, prevent programs from being installed or removed, and access the product code. The troubleshooter runs on Windows 10, 8.1, 8, and 7.