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hi.  microsoft wireless display not connect pc.  message states "can't connect". i have tried following 1.  firmware.  current v 1.3.8365 2.  unplugged, replugged, reset, , still won't connect 3.  rebooted pc.  won't connect 4.  checked firewall , adapter allowed through firewall 5.  checked network adapter...don't see called " marvell avastar adapter"  not sure if that's surface devices?? this device worked until recently.  suspect windows update has caused problem.  appreciated. hi, most issues regarding using devices lean toward drivers installed in them. if driver incompatible current operating system you're using, kind of situation occurs. assist you, kindly provide information need below: kindly confirm if you're using surface device , if yes, kindly provide series it. what make , model of display you're trying use? to clarify, usi...

went microsoft store today 08/13/2017 and there appears in making, not know when. there no more nokia lumia's on sale on amazon. according ; information received, possibly totally making own phone windows app. might while before released. going wait in meanwhile. in store alcatel , galaxy has window's 10. did not want versions. hope of you. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / Phone

ever since got new pc, it's been having bluetooth problems, part, it's been working ok. however, after updated newest version of windows 10, headphones unpaired, , every time try repair it, says it's connecting, , displays yellow message, saying didn't respond. headphones set discovery mode, , updated of drivers try fix issue, still isn't working. please help! hello, we'd more information regarding isolate issue , provide suitable resolution. please provide following information: have tried connecting bluetooth headphone pc? if so, kindly check if same issue persists. can please confirm current build of windows 10? (type winver into cortana search box, hit enter .) meanwhile, please check article: fix bluetooth problems in windows 10 for possible troubleshooting steps. we're looking forward response. Windows / Wi...

i'd run vr hmd 1 video card, , pc monitor on video card, same card. obviously, want push hmd full power of 1 card alone; w10 support this, if gpu cards identical? hi, it's know want use accessories on windows computer. technically, computer has default video card generates feed of output images display (e.g. computer monitor). however, adding second video card doesn't mean have own function, hence give assistance default one. suggest coordinate manufacturer of device or video card additional assistance. it's identify if there setting on computer or video card needs changed have separate function. we're here if need further assistance. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

the mouse connected not functional the mouse worked during 2 days , stop!! is mouse supported microsoft mouse , keyboard center?  if so, use mousinfo.exe  tool.  go support link's troubleshooting page https://www.microsoft.com/accessories/en-us/support/troubleshooting unless mouse known name looks if mmkc might not recognize it.  strange.  wonder if oversight.  obviously though take advantage of information site analogy other mice , bluetooth devices.   good luck robert aldwinckle --- Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

my w10 computer won't recognize xd card olympus camera [moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup / pc] , reader utilizing? Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

hi, my wifi rather picky routers connect to, of them connect no issues if older router doesnt offer 802.11ac ask password refuse connect. i wondering if there settings on looking or not. thanks chris hi chris possible check settings or configuration of these old routers? Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

updated current version , been acting odd. have sign in twice desk top , hello stopped working entirely. turned off , started logging in pin i'll sign in , takes me lock screen , i'll have sign in again.  anyone else have issue? known bug in version 1709. until patch issued can workaround this: click start button, select settings click accounts, , select sign-in options. in privacy section, turn off “use sign in info automatically finish setting device after update or restart” setting. if doesn't right click start button & select run, enter netplwiz. clear checkbox [to require sign-in], brings dialog enter user name & password. restart, if 2 user names or account on sign-in screen chose regular old one, enter password or pin,. run netplwiz again, check box time, & restart. more here: https://www.kapilarya.com/fix-need-to-sign-in-t... fix windows hello here: ...

after updating windows 10 on 64-bit pc user profile service fails sign-in. enter pin , welcome screen starts load message "the user profile service service failed sign-in. user profile cannot loaded". tried again using account password same result i'm unable pc. help! problem resolved automatically following day when switched on pc , windows 10 update downloaded , installed. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows Hello, lock screen & sign-in

i running hp laptop using win 10.  went settings admin , created local account grandson.  seemed go fine. logged out , went sign in screen. new account listed, clicked on it. came , asked password. entered password , enter.  little wheel came spinning , said welcome, seconds later said signing out , never opened account.  have tried different account names, different passwords , no password required. no luck. have local accounts created awhile , work find. used windows key plus r run control userpasswords2 create account, no luck. needed. everett everett, a repair install [also called on in-place upgrade] might or might not should not harm.  a repair install not affect user accounts directly might problem because being caused else. this bit of shot in dark try same solution have recommended different fault symptoms in new user account - see recommendation in cannot create new ...

my dataplan usage skyrocketing, , lot of videos autoplaying on msn websites, facebook, etc.    windows 10, when go msn homepage, videos start launching whenever @ sports news, etc.   how can turn off "auto playing" of videos??     thanks!! ***moved from: (msn / settings , personalization / personalizing content / video )*** hi don, which internet browser use when go msn website? the reason asked because disabling videos playing automatically on websites varies each browser. you might need combine number of approaches deal because websites nowadays uses different methods playing media. if want stop videos playing automatically in chrome, internet explorer, firefox, have to:  use browser extension.  change browser configuration settings  disable flash & html5 . if you're using microsoft edge browser, here's how disable auto-pla...

we trying connect our computers homegroup , lost hope losing our credentials.  can sign in administrator when asks for un/pw none of type go through. there way remove them , have go @ it.  moved from:  windows / windows 10 / windows settings hello, if seem to   forget homegroup password, can find opening the   homegroup   section in the   network , internet   control panel. to view homegroup password click  start , , click  control panel . click  network , internet , , click  homegroup . click  view or print homegroup password . if want create new homegroup, may try deleting file windows/serviceprofiles/localservice/appdata/roaming/peernetworking from homegroup computers , reboot main computer , able start new homegroup. when turn on other computers invites main join. enter new password , go. let know if w...

how stop windows 10 spamming edge?  gets annoying win 10 pops message every time open chrome.  "you should using edge"  not really.  it's not ready prime time. stop, there no actual way turn off. google when visit google home page in alternative web browser. can try turning off ads in start > settings > personalization > start. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

hello, am having issue wifi connection. able connect 1 network when try connect network laptop unable identify network inorder me identify new network have disable , enable wifi adapter. how can fix problem? hi yehya, there several reason why issue occur in case, possible network adapter causing it. better assist concern, we'd ask few questions: which windows version , build using? type winver in search bar , press enter. have made changes on device prior issue? are getting error messages while trying change network? provide screenshot of it? what have done far troubleshoot issue? meanwhile, suggest perform checks , workarounds provided on article initial troubleshooting steps identify , resolve issue. for results, please update thread. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet ...

i have ongoing problem every single time there bigger windows update. have several computers , updated on last week. computer, 1 created homegroup in first place, updated last. when came office, none of computers link homegroup. bottom line, remove of computers homegroup , shut them down. create homegroup on computer. works fine. start computer , gives me option join homegroup.  i type in homegroup password , joins. strange second computer started up, computer--the 1 created homegroup--immediately switches "you've been invited join homegroup." because of that, no 1 can access files. getting extremely frustrating.  as far troubleshooting goes, i've tried auto trouble shooter. tip told me go services.msc , make sure of following running , switched auto: peer network grouping, peer network identity mgr, homegroup listener, homegroup provider. on manual, not running "home group listener." changed 1 @ time , restarted 1 @ time ...

my laptop wifi adapto not detecting wifi hotspot using os windows10. removed driver many times of wifi not working. suggest do Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet / PC

problem:   when click on hotlink in windows 10 outlook message or ms word , not open browser, displays message box containing:   "this operation has been canceled due restrictions in effect on computer. please contact system administrator."   this after had deinstalled mozzilla firefox , reinstalled fix slowness problem november 2017.   (that fixed removing accessibility features). i have set chrome default browser , rebooted..(no joy). set firefox default , rebooted ( no joy) guess reading old entries have screwed register entry. cannot find windows 10 version fix?    any ideas? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

how set outlook 2016 default email program ....microsoft edge takes on though have set outlook 2016 default ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** for exact action edge taking over? you default email application can set via; start-> settings-> apps-> default apps if haven't updated windows 10 creators update yet; start-> settings-> system-> default apps you can scroll down in dialog , choose: set defaults app. can assign defaults outlook. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

hi, i'm trying train pc better understand voice , use speech tutorial in windows 10. when first installed windows 10 had no problems part of speech racognition or cortana. i haven't used of them while until having 3 issues. iaaue 1 can use speech recognition fine dictate pc , quicker typing in word or other documenting software pc not understand me , puts wrong words in wrong sentences makes typing lot faster. i have tried using several different suggested techniques try resolve problem have not had luck. i have speech recognition set start when power pc , log in have right click on speech recognition icon , select wish do. i have both pc , speech set english uk live in uk! when right click in speech recognition icon select start speech tutorial link being taken to https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/14213/windows-how-to-use-speech-recognition how use speech recognition not giving me answers resolve problem page showing...

frustrated. spell check worked on apps, email, word, etc has disappeared. have gone setting , check spell check buttons on..but it's still not working @ all. can give me date fix on this?? seemed stop working after downloaded windows 10, not liking @ all!! hello pamela. i'm greg, 8 year microsoft windows mvp, here you. open start menu, choose settings (gear icon), devices, typing. turn on spell check options there. hope helps. feel free ask questions , let know how goes. i'll keep working until resolved. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

   when go performance options > advanced > virtual memory says: total paging file size drives (c: 1 checked). minimum allowed:  16 mb, recommended 2926 mb, , currently allocated:  2944 mb. don't see how makes sense. know backup hdd doesn't need should manually increase c: (ssd)? currently, automatically manage paging file size drives checked.      - have heard ssds can turn paging file off have heard more people suggest against that. it's using little system has had need more, yet. i'd leave settings alone , not worry it. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

source dragon age origins (daorigins.exe) summary unable run application date ‎12/1‎4/‎2017 10:08 pm status crashes upon opening program / ctd  description faulting application path: c:\games\dragon age\bin_ship\daorigins.exe problem signature problem event name:    appcrash application name:    daorigins.exe application version:     1.5.13263.0 application timestamp:    52164c37 fault module name:    d3d9.dll fault module version:    10.0.16299.98 fault module timestamp:    e2fbf0fc exception code:    c0000096 exception offset:    000481d1 os version:    10.0.16299.2.0.0.768.100 this information msinfo32 my system specs are: system type x64-based pc os name microsoft windows 10 pro graphic card 1: amd radeon hd 7900 series graphic card 2:...

google chrome wont start up. no matter try refuses start. gets far showing window wont go beyond that. cant internet connection appears have uninstalled it, , installed again? if not, try it.  why did google chrome stop working? have done systemrestore earlier point? give problem. after uninstalling, , restart, open internet explorer or edge, download , install chrome again...  if having gmail, can settings , bookmarks loggin in google chrome... it's restart computer - if don't ask restart!  this ideas, give - if other have better, please go keyboards! Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

my pc window 10asus notebook (deleted personal information).how fix  problem "exception processing message 0xc0000005 parameters" kindly  gizaw   *** deleted personal information security purpose. *** hello, for better assist concern exception processing message 0xc0000005 parameters, know information: when getting error message? what specific activity doing when got error message? keep posted. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

hi i bought computer in february, , running smooth (except backcam non recognized @ 5mpx @ 2.09mpx) regarding cpu wasn't problem. that until creator update hits. my problem simple. cpu stuck @ 0.36ghz whatever do, playing game watching film ot else..i suddently noticed when happened because system did same things did in 5-6 times slower way. happened in middle october. i updated bios form lenovo, updated drivers lenovo too. uptaded drivers windows update hoping a  solution..nothing. used tool drivereasy check lastest driver available not showing on windows update, after checking matching drivers manually istalled newer version if available.. problem persisted. that until first days of november when big update "x64 widnows compatility something.." shown on windows update, istalled it, , system running fine again. this update modified energy management erasing anergy profiles, setting new configuration long bar can choose betw...

hello,  i have hp 400 g4 updated 1709 update. since upgrade, when user logs in, explorer.exe crashes , unable use computer.  opening task manager , killing explorer has allowed me troubleshoot issue, have been unable determine cause. msconfig started computer in diagnostic mode of services disabled, enabled 5 services @ time restarted. got 80% through before issue returned , msconfig cleared enabled/disable checkbox using keep track.  from event viewer there 3 errors repeat following error.  - system - provider [ name ] application error - eventid 1000 [ qualifiers ] 0 level 2 task 100 keywords 0x80000000000000 - timecreated [ sy...

when trying launch control panel, i'm getting "application not found" error.  working dell, the're little slow respond.  trying system restore, without access control panel, not sure how there..........  ideas?  in advance..... ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup thanks assistance - able perform system reset after rebooted protected mode - seems have resolved issue.  have re-load few apps.  again. steve Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

all working fine, of sudden mouse unpaired. went in pair it, , had difficulty finding it, once did, instead of being logitech mouse, came gibbered chinese , tamil characters. pairing difficult , did not last, , can't find it. fintie bluetooth keyboard followed, @ first refusing type letter "t" nor allowing backspace. uninstalled, attempted re-pair it, , long empty rectangle on windows demanding type non-existant code pair it. though it's not how keyboard generates codes, tried "0000" code i've seen mentioned in microsoft forums other brand keyboards no avail.  i've run troubleshooter several times, uninstalled bluetooth drivers , rebooted, , used both windows scan driver updates third party app specializes in finding driver updates, no avail. nothing fixing it.  there nothing wrong keyboard btw- i'm using right on iphone no problems.  ------------- windows 10 home version 1703  os build 15063.608 ...

this writer has acer in 1 , win10 not see dvd player can not find computer open dvd seeing in device manager? go acer's website , compatible or updated driver.  Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

hello, recently updated windows software on laptop. running windows 10, , software updated called creators update. after updating, touchscreen began become unresponsive random amounts of time before re-enabling itself. in doing online research, discovered how check device manager in reference problem. once in device manager, clicked "show hidden devices" , when clicked human interface devices, hid-compliant touch screen grey , disabled. once clicked properties, showed error code 45, device no longer attached. reset computer pre-updated software, problem persists day. wondering how go fixing problem. laptop dell inspiron 7746. thanks hi joseph, it looks human interface driver on device has been uninstalled upon updating windows. fix issue, kindly reinstall human interface driver device. can download device driver on dell's support website. should have more concerns, feel free post. regards....

hello! i trying store / files through hp recovery program , bought $90 external harddrive computer not picking through recovery manager tool. pick in bios , usb stick (16g) gets picked recovery tool - trying save on 200 gb worth of files. please help!!! moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup / pc hi, one of common causes of error code 0xc000000f bad sector on hard disk. assist concern, need answers following: is windows 10 computer unable detect device or recovery manager tool? have tried connecting device different usb port? have checked if other computers can detect external hard drive? regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

when doing work on word cursor automatically moves towards right side , continue till reaches end of page. also on desktop, on selecting file of first or row automatically moving towards right side. please suggest me something, because causing problem. hi, a few reasons may cause behavior related laptop's touchpad sensitivity, having outdated driver, or mouse pointer options. isolate problem, suggest running hardware troubleshooter. here's how: press windows key + w . on search box, type in troubleshoot. click troubleshooting, hardware , sound . look hardware , devices , click it, hit next . follow on-screen instructions. once done, click ok . in case troubleshooter did not help, please follow steps below adjust mouse pointer options: right-click windows key , click control panel . select mouse , click pointer options tab. uncheck hide pointer while typing option. click apply , ok . ...

hello please can me have windows 10 when try create pin code wont let me have error code  ox80070032 hi theresa, this issue may have been caused corrupted file in system. windows 10 concern , provide immediate resolution. kindly answer questions below: have made recent changes computer prior issue? what current build , version number of windows 10? check, press windows key, type winver , , press enter key. are using administrator account create pin code? meanwhile, suggest follow troubleshooting steps given dennis mop microsoft on thread on deleting ngc folder using administrator account , see if you'll able set pin afterwards. kindly further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows Hello, lock screen & sign-in

 ever since latest date, every time turn computer on have go turn off proxy settings, refuses save them, i've tried previous solutions , nothing has worked. i've tried fix sugested on internet explorer except when click on settings there no tool option hi rebecca , if proxy won’t retain settings turned off, it’s possible software conflict has occurred after installed updates or configured incorrectly. learn more concern, we’d confirm build , version of windows 10 that’s installed on computer. type winver in search box information. also, have tried changing proxy settings control panel? if haven’t done yet, follow these steps: type control panel in search box. select network , internet . click internet options . select connections tab once internet properties window appear. click lan settings . uncheck use proxy server lan (these settings not apply dial-up or vpn connections under proxy server sec...

i trying set laptop can connect external monitor, launch fullscreen program (e.g. game or netflix or that), close laptop lid , watch said program external monitor. have 2 screens set duplicate displays , power options set nothing when lid closed. yet when close lid, built in display disabled, external monitor set primary monitor , resized , shuffled around (which kicks out fullscreen program). tried adding lidalwaysopen key registry, worked in windows 7, doesn't seem enforced in windows 10. ideas on how prevent happening? hi, it can possible driver issue causing display concern. however, need gather more information provide best solution concern. kindly answer following questions: which build , version of windows using? have made changes prior issue? we suggest install available windows updates , latest driver manufacturer's website of device. regards. Windo...

how turn off "some settings managed organization"? this notice appears in numerous places computer personal computer. hi, this might caused software conflicts. if have antivirus software, try turning off , run windows defender , see if helps. if issue still persists, try checking these articles , see if troubleshooting steps provided found helpful work well. windows 10 settings being managed organization. windows defender (some settings managed organization) driving me crazy get outcome s o can out further. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

i try enable spatial sound when try fades away , setting disabled follow instructions in following article working? https://www.groovypost.com/howto/enable-windows... Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

want make photoshop default program photo formats when using choose default apps file type  jpeg , jpg not list installed photoshop option? hi bob, there few steps on how can choose default program in windows 10. choosing program choose default apps under settings is one, since use photoshop default program photo formats, may follow these steps: click start and select settings . click system . select default apps . scroll down , click on set defaults app . choose photoshop from left pane, under set default programs . click on choose defaults program . select jpeg and jpg by putting check mark on box before them . click save. let know if need further help. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

i can't extend or use multiple monitors because cant set usable display resolution the,, its hurdle people visual needs, cant change text size, no color calibration, accessibility. this unbelievable, , why dislike updating new patches. hello, advanced display settings feature has been removed when fall creators update has been installed on computer. if want have feature available, recommend post idea in our feedback hub. there, you'll able submit new issue microsoft developers cater it. we encourage submit issue using feedback hub.  can either vote on existing submission or submit new issue. when submit feedback item gather additional details , information issue determine what’s causing , address it. feedback items regularly receive microsoft responses on submissions in feedback app can see doing feedback. please revisit see status of feedback items. for more information on feedback hub, ...

hi, bought laptop in china , comes windows in chinese. have seen question on desk how change english, , answers microsoft recommending change in settings. not work. called microsoft , way change buy new key. value around 300 euros. can confirm? moved from: (windows / windows 10 / install, upgrade, & activate) hi, most of newly released windows 10 devices have option change system language without requiring product key. have add , switch input , display language preferences. follow these steps so: click on start , click on settings (gear icon). choose time & language , click on region & language. under languages, click on add language button. using search box @ upper left corner of window, type english. from search results, click on english (united states). once done, go region , language window , under languages, click on english (united states). click on set default. restart pc. keep ...