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Connect Dell Inspiron 13 (7000 series) to a MAC Monitor - Microsoft Community

hi,  i've tried connect dell laptop mac monitor using hdmi thunderbolt, , hdmi mini display cable , neither works. i can fn+f8 , try each of options , nothing happens. i cannot find other options try or change.  suggestions? hi, for assist you, may know happens when you're trying connect computer monitor? getting error messages? if do, screenshot appreciated. also, providing more information regarding issue can provide possible resolution , accurate information it. looking forward requested information assist you. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

installing a portable hard drive - Microsoft Community

hello  how install hard drive on xbox one/windows10 thank you. [moved from: windows/ gaming on windows 10]   hi, xbox 1 comes either 500-gigabyte (gb) or 1-terabyte (tb) internal hard drive. however, have option use external storage device additional storage console. to use external  hard drive on xbox one, must meet following requirements: hold 256 gb or more connect via usb 3.0 you can connect external hard drive xbox 1 , windows 10 pc  using usb cable. more information how manage storage on xbox one, may visit link . should have other questions, can reply post anytime. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Microsoft Lifecam Studio on Windows10 not working - microphone not - Microsoft Community

have updated windows 10 home (from windows 7 ).all relevant updates since changing , current have been installed.  have microsoft lifecam studio webcam can not work particularly microphone not showing nor working. have downloaded updated drivers each time loads says best drivers installed yet comes webcam.  desperately require work microphone. hello, try updating drivers webcam in device manager, see if helps! regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Touch Screen Turning Black - Microsoft Community

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i have asus touch screen labtop bought in 2015, screen turns black second whenever try use touch screen , screen comes on when use touch pad instead. i've been trying figure out going on can't seem figure out.  moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows settings / pc hi nancy, issue experiencing might due power plan settings set on device. resolve concern, can consider modifying laptop's power plan settings following steps below: on start menu , type power & sleep settings . under related settings , select additional power settings . under preferred plans, select change plan settings . under turn off display settings , select never drop-down list. choose the change advanced power settings option. expand display . under turn off display after , select never . click apply , hit ok . restart computer apply changes made. let know how goes , we'll assist further if

Turn off audio hardware acceleration programmatically - Microsoft Community

hi, i know can turn off audio hardware acceleration through mmsys.cpl, right-click on playback device->properties, , disable in advanced tab. what need able disable in application.  is there way can through api? thanks in advance! thanks providing additional details need. if you're programming own application suggest post concern in our microsoft developer network forum our community members , developers can provide suggestions achieve objective. take note though if trying make changes third party application, have contact application developer changes can made. feel free reach out further concerns. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Turtle beach z60 I hear myself when I talk - Microsoft Community

hey yesterday bought new headset turtlebeach z60 when talk hear myself know how turn off? press windows key + r, type: control hit enter. open hardware , sound > sound. go "recording" tab , highlight headset's microphone. make sure set default device. (right click microphone or turtle beach usb device , select "set default device".) click "properties" button @ bottom, go "listen" tab. on listen tab, make sure "listen device" not checked! if checked, should uncheck it, click "apply". if not work uninstall reinstall current audio drivers. press windows key + x , click device manager. expand sound > video , game controller. select audio device, right-click , uninstall. restart computer , let windows redetect it. can check windows update latest drivers sound card. Windows / Windows 10

Windows 10 tablet lag - Microsoft Community

hey! have problem lag on widows 10, means, when i'm trying draw on programmes pentagram designer p2700, lines aren't in real time, it's lagging while using pen! how find solution this? hi, better assist , provide appropriate troubleshooting steps, ask few more information. kindly answer questions below: when did issue start? were there updates installed recently? did install other applications prior issue? what make , model of windows 10 tablet? have tried performing troubleshooting steps? we're looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Connection troubles - Microsoft Community

my computer being bit strange. internet stays on, ethernet cord still plugged in, pc can't connect internet, but phone or wireless device can. icon in bottom right shows ethernet cord still plugged in nothing wrong ethernet cord. the fix have found far unplug router 30 seconds or , plug up, fix temporary, since when pc connected 20 minutes or so, disconnects again. happens vice versa, such pc being able connect but a phone or wireless device can't. i have yet find fix online or hear others ask question. know causing problem? open start > settings > update & security > troubleshoot scroll down click network adapters click run troubleshooter when complete, restart see if problem resolved. if not, press windows key + x click device manager expand network adapters right click adapter click uninstall exit device manager, restart. windows 10 should detect network adapter r

Mapping Shared Network Drives - Microsoft Community

when trying connect shared drive message of "the specified network password not correct" - i'm connected shared drive , drive trying connect machine. how can fix this? thank you, alex hello alex, your issue regarding connecting mapped network drives requires editing setting configuration. concern more complex typically answered in microsoft community forums. better suited pro audience on technet. please post question in technet windows 10 forum. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet / PC

My wifi network option has disappeared, but ethernet works fine... How - Microsoft Community

noticed ethernet icon has disappeared taskbar, looked find underneath connection, says "no internet", strange seeing continues work fine.  i saw under list of available adapters, there none wifi connection, although there before.  i think because of this, unable join vpns, whenever try, hangs endlessly.  also, in network settings under "status", see in red letters "not connected", , not connected networks.  using troubleshooter, suggested tried network reset did not me.  it worth mentioning in "network , sharing center", in area used show connection icons, says "unknown - dependency service or group failed start", though went advanced sharing settings turn network discovery on both private , public profiles (does automatic setup check mark have it).  so, though router on , working, given no option before connect wirelessly via pc.  this same router have connected via ethernet , working fine regular internet

Change WindowXP to Window10 shutdown to sleep mode every 5 minute - Microsoft Community

used lenovo thinkpad x60 intel(r) core(tm)2 cpu t5600 @1.83ghz 2.0gb ram(only 1 slot), (have 2 ram slot) system 32-bit operating system, x64-based processor after upgrade windowxp window10 shutdown sleep mode every 5 minute. when used program or device window 10 go sleep mode. i check sleep mode or other program don't have never sleep mode. if have solution please hi, if computer goes sleep every 5 minutes, kindly follow steps below on how disable sleep mode option: 1. open settings app . so, click on settings app icon on start menu or simultaneously press windows , keys. 2. click first option titled system . 3. click power & sleep . 4. under sleep section, see 2 options:      # on battery power, pc goes sleep after      # when plugged in, pc goes sleep after for both options, expand drop-down menu , select never. let know if need further assistance.

Extending vidio from windows 10 - Microsoft Community

i have acer aspire  tc 708a  new sep 2017 need settings extend video through hdmi cable lg smart tv   -    monitor  tv   thank you rr hi randel, when connecting monitor press windows + p , choose 'extend' resulting flyout! works no issue, if having problem, please let know . . . Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

Media - Microsoft Community

why windows media not compatible pc doing when message? launching application, opening file, installing application? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

OEM number? - Microsoft Community

how find windows oem number hi kathy, windows 10 different previous versions of windows. not need know product key reinstall windows 10 since had windows 10 installed , activated on pc during installation process skip steps ask product key , select option 'i reinstalling windows 10 on pc', , activation not issue, pc have digital entitlement stored on microsoft activation servers if still need product key, click link below download small free utility show product key: https://www.dropbox.com/s/thhiufulig4nvea/showk... Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

night light settings - Microsoft Community

can not change settings lost connection person helping me Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

Blue screen of death upon resuming from Hibernation? - Microsoft Community

after dell 9560 xps 15 automatically enters hibernation after time specified in power settings, when resume blue screen of death every time. or insight appreciated. have run memtest , no issues found. have had laptop since may, , issues began arising around month ago. have reinstalled windows problem persists. thanks minidump: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0b7m3lckx0gydclr5rkdetxhosda system info: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0b7m3lckx0gydn1hgq2fyou5ezlu hi izaak, there factors need consider regarding issue hardware malfunctioning. assist issue, suggest follow steps provided in article to troubleshoot blue screen errors. let know if need assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

Intel compute Stick STK1aw32sc issues with windows update - Microsoft Community

i have intel compute stick running windows 10 ( atom processor). when windows update updated intel hd graphics driver caused screen go blank. have booted safe mode , uninstalled driver. works until windows updates driver again. wits end, cant stop update . second time have had issue. first time downloaded drivers intel directly, worked fine until windows decided  update drivers again. keep uninstalling , window keeps updating.  any ideas. moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup hello, a discrepancy compatibility of driver , windows 10 might have resulted in issue in playing videos online. resolve this, kindly roll video card drivers previous version. may follow steps provided below. open device manager . right-click device want roll previous version of driver, , click properties . click drivers tab. click roll driver . in driver package rollback dialog box

My PC won’t go past the windows date and Time section. - Microsoft Community

title states pc not go past date , time section of windows. start normal , fet screen beah background , date , time. press space password screen wont go there @ all. see account name millasecond , im right date , time. if mw out appreciated. note have tried safe mode insatllation disk , have not startup setting , command prompt wont work. hi, one of usual reasons why you're experiencing issue due corrupted user profile. know following isolate issue: did make changes prior issue? do have user accounts on pc? if so, same issue happening on it? if you've user account , issue not happening on it, means account trying access encountered corruption. therefore, suggest create user account , migrate important files it. furthermore, if there's no other user account, recommend using installation disk have perform startup repair. automatically diagnose issue , provide appropriate fix it. kindly follow ste

Various BSOD - Microsoft Community

i having tons of bsod on new machine , have reached wits end.  have been trying various troubleshooting ideas on multiple forums, cannot find issue.  bsod include: 1) page fault in non-page area 2) driver overran stack buffer, 3) irql not less or equal, 4)kmode exception not handled.    system ran first few weeks, bsod starting popping up. @ first thought youngster had done wrong, fequency started creeping up.  1 day, non-stop.  did full wipe , re-installed fresh.  seemed stable couple of days, errors started coming back.  thought maybe bad motherboard did rma, new board did same thing. i have tried memtest , running again today, in previous attempt there no errors after 2 passes stopped.  plan go longer time , let complete @ least 4 passes. i have looked @ crash dumps, , whocrashed indicates thinks driver issue, cannot figure out one.  tried verifier, not sure got results. you should run memtest @ least 8 passes

Windows 10 Keeps generating errors, scan drive alerts & Failing - Microsoft Community

hiya i've been struggling pc past few weeks, , thought i'd give go see if can me. to give context, booted pc 1 day , greeted black screen after windows startup (the spinning dot animation). mouse visible. this occurred after had tried playing destiny 2. tried because after spawning game screen went black, sound stuttered, , it. unable except hard reboot. pc worked again after following morning met black screen , mouse being visible. i tried several methods of troubleshooting:  winkey+p see if display drivers had messed - did nothing reboot in safemode+networking - same issue, black screen /sfc scannow in admin cmd @ start, along offwindir commands - no effect, couldn't complete chkdsk - no effect eventually, reformatted ssd (an ocz vector 250gb ssd), , reinstalled win10. i ran windows update, updated drivers , reinstalled programs (office365, discord, steam, battlenet, dropbox, 1 drive, chrome, avira antivirus, vlc, o

Computer Freezes - Microsoft Community

computer momentarily freezes when on internet or using microsoft word.  using microsoft 10.  web pages take extremely long load.  every time creating email message, functionalities of keyboard , mouse stop working short time.  have updates , drivers installed.  using avast security.  our grand-daughter plays "moviestarplanet" on computer.  downloaded microsoft office 365 recurring annual fee.  suggestions on how remedy issues.  thanks. hi mark, there several reasons computer operate in unusual behavior. examples if operating system not updated, virus definitions outdated, windows firewall turned off , there many unnecessary startup programs during boot process of computer. visit link learn tips , see can improve computer’s performance. let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Pe

Graphics Card for Older PC running Windows10 - Microsoft Community

i have older custom built pc graphics card has died on forcing me use mobo graphics chip doesn't cut on graphic design software.  i bought geforce gt710 card work once if let go sleep or shut down locks computer , fix reset cmos , remove card gets me , running until try use gt710 again.  :-(  wondering if there fix or if there card out there work me.  geforce support said bios problem because of age of system asus hasn't updated bios couple of years , have flashed latest available.  here specs. on pc. mobo- asus p5b-vm ram- 8gb cpu- intel core2 quad, q6700 @ 2.66ghz 64bit operating system windows10 version 1607, build 14393.1198 thanks in advance. hi mel, looks encountering challenges getting system devices work windows 10. related hardware limitation set motherboard device, per provided information manufacturer of graphics card. recommend contact manufacturer of motherboard device further t

Index Size problem - Microsoft Community

all i have not been enabled windows index features in server 2012 r2,but when ran check disk,its showing  ,some space taken index. kindly clarify me,what index in check disk means?  and how find out location showing in check disk? please clarify me.... thanks muni m moved from: [ windows / windows 10 / cortana & search / pc ] hi, index or indexing feature made speed searching in windows operating system. program used find files , folders in hard drive quickly. suggest can in touch hard drive manufacturer better assist concern @ hand. feel free contact if have other queries. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Middle mouse button induces sleep in pc. - Microsoft Community

just finished installing windows 10 on lenovo x220 laptop , middle mouse button above touch pad used scrolling puts computer sleep whenever press it. working @ school , have installed windows on 12 of these laptops , first time issue has occurred , can not find related info online. i can wake computer afterwards forces me have manually use scrollbars on windows use navigate , know student uses laptop panicked call teacher in middle of workday , don't have time that. i have run many updates can , have reinstalled touchpad, bios, , firmware drivers several times.  buying new laptop not option budget can't handle that. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.***   problem dissapeared posted this. don't know how or why problem gone now. Windows / Windows 10 / PC

Win 10 Designer keyboard driver - Microsoft Community

hello all could help. have both designer mouse , keyboard. both been working well. last night both stopped working. opened bluetooth app , informed me "driver problem" , asked me want delete driver, fool deleted keyboard driver in hope restart might fix it, no did not. went device manager , updated bluetooth driver , hey mouse works, keyboard still dead. went bluetooth app , scanned devices, no luck keyboard cannot found. so on hunt designer keyboard driver, cannot find 1 anywhere, know how fix or find driver might try. thanks   hi rose_g many help, embarrassingly found tiny tiny bluetooth pairing  button underneath keyboard. holding in 5 sec  the bluetooth app found keyboard , loaded driver me. working now. all best... Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers /

windows hello - Microsoft Community

have fingerprint scanner built in laptop fell vostro 15 says windows hello isn't available in device hi, thank reaching out us. looking @ list of compatible devices, model of device not yet included. have here list of devices compatible windows hello. please check details below: dell inspiron 15 5548 acer aspire v 17 nitro lenovo thinkpad yoga 15 lenovo thinkpad e550 asus n551jq asus rog g771jm asus x751ld hp envy 15t touch realsense laptop lenovo b5030 dell inspiron 23 7000 hp sprout feel free contact if need further assistance. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Windows Update gives me an awful driver - Microsoft Community

hello, fellow youngsters! here's thing, installed fall creators update, , came terrible upgrade trackpad: elan pointing device driver. previously, got tremendously fine windows' ps/2 compatible mouse driver. now, cant roll using device manager. figured uninstall elan's driver , on business, discovered works until next reboot. keeping uptime high can don't have deal sluggish , resource hungry elan driver, believe there must way either block updates specific device or block developers' software installing, right? does know how can stop specific driver installing via windows update? thanks in advance! try blocking driver update using following utility microsoft: there option or work around block updates or hardware drivers might cause problems? yes, microsoft has released kb update (kb3073930) let users block or hide windows or driver updates. can download @ following link: https://support.mi

Can't log back in as the correct user, stuck in a local non admin - Microsoft Community

hi having trouble logging computer. having issues windows 10 , read should make account , see if happening there make account microsoft account but let me log that. made local account doesn't have admin rights , stuck , scared i'll never files original account!! please help! moved from:   windows / windows 10 / windows settings hi heather, we need more information concern can identify cause of issue. happens when try log in using microsoft account? receiving error messages? looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows Hello, lock screen & sign-in

Unable to sign in to windows 10 profile due to a non-microsoft account - Microsoft Community

every time try log in computer, given error 'we can't sign in account' , sent temporary profile means cannot access files or create new ones. the computer asked me enter new account details on profile added work email not microsoft account.  i think problem try sign in computer, microsoft searching microsoft email , not finding 1 saying can't sign in.  i have managed find , copy of files account creating admin user , retrieving them way (which don't think should possible seems unsafe whatever) rather not create new user , delete older user programmes, emails, settings etc still in old account.  i have tried editing registry, adding new profiles, , changing various settings need change email address associated user without being logged in user - possible??? i'm going insane , keep going in circles. hi simon, yes, possible change e-mail address associated microsoft account changing

Can't delete old homegroup, can't create new homegroup, - Microsoft Community

i have 2 computers on network. each has option join different homegroup. i can't delete either existing homegroup and can't create new homegroup. what do? hi steve, if you're having trouble joining homegproup, or creating new homegroup, we'd know if there error messages when tried doing isolate cause of issue. in meantime, try following answer provide garth6524 in thread found helpful in resolving issue creating , joining homegroup. we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

Ethernet Connection Issue on startup after Feature Update Win 10 ver. - Microsoft Community

since installing feature update windows 10, version 1709, on booting computer windows not automatically connect internet. computer connected directly router via ethernet cable , making first time connection has never been issue before. if remove ethernet cable , plug in, windows connects immediately. not ideal means that, instead of loading straight desktop, faced login screen have enter microsoft account password (i expect windows requires internet connection sign microsoft account). has else experienced issue and/or found workaround? moved from:(windows / windows 10 / sleep , power on/off) hi, an outdated or incompatible network driver can 1 of factors why issue occurs . assist concern, recommend follow troubleshooting steps provided on link . link contains necessary information including troubleshooting guides on how fix issues related network connectivity. let know if need further assistance

Links opened in other application would open in the default browser - Microsoft Community

when open link in application, opened on current default browser after long delay (0.5 - 2 minutes). doesn't matter application link or browser set default 1 (tested edge , firefox), delay there. the issue experienced in fresh install no browser extensions believe not caused malfunctioning programs or extensions. causing , how fix this? antivirus utility have installed? have restarted computer? launch windows defender security center. app & browser control change setting check apps , files , smartscreen microsoft edge off Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

No internet or Bluetooth? - Microsoft Community

hello everybody, after update on surface pro 3, i cannot find wi-fi signal nor can use bluetooth products. have windows 10. have solutions? have latest firmware updates surface pro 3 installed? open start > settings > update & security > troubleshoot scroll down click network adapters click run troubleshooter when complete, restart see if problem resolved. if not, press windows key + x click device manager expand network adapters right click adapter click uninstall exit device manager, restart. windows 10 should detect network adapter reinstall it. check if can connect , browse. bluetooth press windows key + r type: services.msc hit enter scroll down bluetooth support service right click click properties under general tab click in startup type: listbox choose automatic click start click apply ok restart computer check if working. other things

Can't Connect To Wireless Wifi - Microsoft Community

i woke morning , turned on pc , surprise, won't connect wireless network. have option ethernet options, , router downstairs , pc upstairs. need know how connect wireless. working fine before morning. please help! ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, corrupted network driver 1 of many possible reasons why issue happening. isolate issue, we'd ask following questions below: are still able see wi-fi option in settings app? if possible, we'd ask screenshot of network & internet page settings app. have done changes on computer before issue started? what troubleshooting steps have done far? we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet / PC

Browsers - Microsoft Community

how totally switch chrome? made default, files still saved internet explorer. when try use "open with" sent store chose app. hi barbara, you can change default web browser in windows 10 , takes less few seconds , few steps accomplish. windows 10 not uninstall previous browser of choice, , it’s easyto change operating system’s default web browser again. this, kindly follow steps provided on article below: change default browser in windows 10 for other concerns, don't hesitate us. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

sticky keys - Microsoft Community

i playing game requires hold left shift key when di pop asks if want sticky keys turned on how fix this? hi, sticky keys dialog box appears when have press shift key 5 times continuously. lets use shift, ctrl, alt, or windows logo keys pressing 1 key @ time. can set sticky keys ease of access center on control panel. follow steps below: press shift key 5 times. once dialog box appear, click go ease of access center disable keyboard shortcut link. it open set sticky notes window in control panel . uncheck turn on sticky keys when shift pressed 5 times option. you can set settings desired option. after doing so, check if same pop-up appear while playing game. get if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

"Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode" is switching - Microsoft Community

taskbar on. in past month, whenever computer sleeps (which often), "automatically hide taskbar in desktop mode" switch flipping on. every time computers wakes up, have right click taskbar settings , adjust this. i'm running windows 10, , wasn't issue until recently.  Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

My PC shuts down instead of waking up - Microsoft Community

hi, because of different problems reinstalled win 7 on desktop pc. reinstalled apps , worked well. after couple of weeks of observations decided upgrade win 10 since running trouble free. since then, when try wake-up pc sleep mode, shuts down , have restart use it. note changed nothing in bios. settings are:  acpi suspend type: s3 remote wake up: enabled ac recovery: off auto power on: disabled note power plan options set balanced default values. can me this? this total non-sense since pc working trouble free under win 7. thanks in advance, moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows settings make , model of computer? version of windows 10 attempting install: 1507, 1511, 1607, 1703? computers firmware, deals things power management, related sleep needs updated. remember, issue experiencing here outside of windows, not resuming sleep. windows in saved state on hard disk ,

Stretched screen after a windows dvd player playback error - Microsoft Community

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could please me issue? after getting 0x8004027 error followed catastrophic failure 0x8000ffff error screen shrank , overstretched. drivers date. using 1152 x 864 resolution when 1024 x 768 usual , recommended still stretched. see below: image of on half screen (icons wider usual) but clearer following one, notice overstretched slide: can please?  regards, anna hi anna, reported @ moment! fix: display driver need rolling . . . windows update has lately been installing incorrect display drivers . . . open device manager (accessible right clicking start button) expand display adapters section right click graphics card, choose properties on driver tab, click 'roll driver' close device manager , restart system if there no roll available or not work, go support page of manufacturer of pc/laptop download device driver recommend display adapter/gpu , install version, until microsof

Permanent FPS drop in all games. - Microsoft Community

i have noticed fps in games such league of legends , minecraft have dropped significantly. used run around 120-140 fps in league of legends , best can run 60 fps, if using lowest settings. thing have changed got new pair of headphones didn't work manually reinstalled drivers (realtek hd audio) fix it.  i stated noticing fps drops downloaded optimization apps such razer app , geforce experience none of have helped. security software date , working there slim chance it's malware not out of picture download stuff minecraft. if has ideas or solutions throw them way.  computer(laptop) msi ge62 2qd apache pro  specs: processor: intel(r) core(tm) i7-5700hq cpu @ 2.70ghz  2.70ghz ram: 8 gb system type: 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor graphics card: nvidia gtx960m thanks time.  *** post moved moderator appropriate forum category. *** hi, outdated drivers, cpu-intensive processes

I wasn't paying attentions and i blocked my webcam on windows 10 - Microsoft Community

a notification poped , accidentally blocked webcam, looked in of settings , still couldn't figure out. think of been security program i'm not sure.     pls reply if know how help hello, if you're having issues opening or using webcam, 1 of possible causes might antivirus software blocking it. having said that, suggest look settings related blocking access or permission use webcam on antivirus app. for further assistance regarding unblocking permission, just visit antivirus software company’s website. if have other questions or concerns, feel free share them here. input welcome in our community. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

Sound problem - Microsoft Community

please laptop stop producing sound @ 100% volume increase, tried using earphone still cant produce sound.  how correct problem. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hello, looks encountering challenges getting sound device work. have here troubleshooting questions may further this: were there updates installed prior experiencing issue? what build , version of windows 10? we suggest install latest windows updates on pc , check if issue still arises. may check link on  how to: update windows 10 . we recommend c heck if there updated drivers manufacturer's website device. kindly check link on  how to: install , update drivers in windows 10 . we eager on getting resolved you; wait feedback. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers /

PC start up - Microsoft Community

other pc (hp envy 17) windows 10 not start , shows safe mode option not accept known correct password. there way return pc successful standard start up? hi, in order address issue safe mode, we'd ask few questions. did make changes or updates computer prior issue? are using local account or microsoft account? have tried troubleshooting steps before posting concern? if yes, those? looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows Hello, lock screen & sign-in / PC

Can't access files on shared drive until I open an explorer window - Microsoft Community

i have annoying issue win10. using laptop, , connects few shared drives @ work. every morning hook laptop (docking station), , shows me drives red "x" (apparently computer thinks drives not available). error messages ("drive not available") when try open file application (for example msword). however, when double click on drive icon, opens , shows me content. remove "x" , files available applications after that. never fixes itself, i.e., not timing problem. after hours drives have not opened explorer window unavailable applications until open drive first. what cause behavior, , how fix it? Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

Help new connection - Microsoft Community

got these steps:  go settings select network select set internet connection select normal connection either wifi or lan select custom not easy select network connect to enter setting password if needed ip select automatic, unless need specify ip settings, select auto dhcp, select not specify dns select automatic unless know need change this. set mtu 1473, if germany please set 1450, select next proxy server: not use option unless need change course but cant figure out how since cant find of settings... ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, appears trying set new network connection in windows 10. assist concern, kindly answer queries below: are trying set wired or wireless connection? are trying connect home network or domain network? did encounter error messages when trying set new connection? we're looking forward response. Windows /

"No internet, Secured" HELP - Microsoft Community

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okay, problem pretty annoying , have tried everything. when connect wi-fi message is  "no internet, secured".  doesn't matter wi-fi i'm on.  solutions have tried: 1. disabling / uninstalling wi-fi-, ethernet- , bluetooth connection several times. 2. changed properties couple times in connections mentioned above: disabling / enabling ipv6 , ipv4, installing / uninstalling "reliable multicast protocol" 3. tried troubleshooting, "an (unexpected) error occurred while troubleshooting" 4. drivers: reinstalling, updating (automaticly , manually), plus scanning hardware changes. 5. using different commandos in prompt: can't reset ip or renew it. can't use any "ipconfig/(something)". tell me can't performed because "my bluetooth-network connection disconnected". 6. changed permission had full access in folder(s) named "26" several times, got reset aft

[Solved] Computer Loses Lan/Wifi Connection when Turning - Microsoft Community

this has been going on while, upgraded our internet xfinity gigabit plan , speed amazing, when works. first thought problem it's computer it, , of course mine custom built gaming can't talk manufacturer it.  this happens whenever turn computer on, or wake sleep. says ethernet cable isn't connected , connect, when troubleshooting says " no valid ip configuration ". i've reset windows factory install , reinstalled drivers, , nothing working. i've done cmd commands such ipconfig /release, ipconfig/renew, ipconfig/flushdns , 2 more can't remember ipconfig. leads me believe on mob damaged , need replaced.  windows 10 pro build: 15063 mob: gigabyte lga1151 intel h170 micro atx ddr4 motherboard (ga-h170m-d3h) what think? mob replacement or should take in office depot , have them take look? also suggest steps can do, know thing or 2 i'm doing long have instructions follow should good.  thanks bunch!

Windows Licensing Query - Microsoft Community

hi, i appreciate if me licensing requirements following scenario. we have numerous licensed computers in organization. upgrade our setup following. have 1 central computer, , connect 10 ncomputing thin clients this. users use ncomputing thin clients access net, check email, , use microsoft office products(word,excel , powerpoint). require windows server , cal license scenario? told me not required long have windows 10 , microsoft office license every thin client have central computer. sincerely apologize if posted in wrong section, , guidance of correct place post query appreciated. thanks, apurva agarwala case moved moderator appropriate forum category. this uestion more suited pro windows 10 on technet: ncomputing requires central server duplicates across thin client machines. Windows / Windows 10 /

I actually WANT to move a window offscreen - Microsoft Community

i know can move windows arrow keys  using alt + m (usually works in initializing feature me). , can move windows left, right, or down, if try move window past top of screen title bar snaps top of screen preventing me moving window further. i've noticed time progressing many applications geared toward larger resolution monitors , many people ignore needs of have lower resolution monitors. many of applications i've found might (resize enable, infinite screen, , altmove) not able simple task me. can provide sort of solution this? time goes on know problem become more prevalent , use solution. thanks in advance! hi, we have tried replicate issue on our end , found pressing alt + m doesn't initiate feature. have tried holding down alt , , pressing space + m ? doing allow move window off-screen using arrow keys. your reply important assist accordingly. Windows

Nothing listed under "Turn Windows features on or off" Windows - Microsoft Community

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hello, i purchased new lenovo/amd laptop. it came windows 10 home single language. i don't see or feature listed under "turn windows features on or off" in program & features control panel item. in windows 7 home edition, .net not supported. but not case windows 10 home search on internet. is true? also, please let me know how can list various features in "turn windows features on or off"? and, when tried installing .net 4.7 , 4.6.1, says system had latest .net installed !!!! please let me know, how install .net latest version on windows 10 home? regards, rakesh need upgrade installation of windows 10. before that, try following: try these first see if work: open start, type: cmd right click cmd click run administrator type in @ prompt or copy , paste these 1 @ time : (hit enter after each) dism /online /cleanup-image /ch

Notifications no longer show up in the Action Center - Microsoft Community

since few hours ago, whenever click on notifications, disappear screen right after that. have tried turning notifications on , off again, still won’t work. this did not happen earlier , not know why happening now. hi, we know more information on how issue action center started. please answer following questions: are there nay changes made before issue started? installing updates or new software? what troubleshooting steps have performed fix issue? kindly check , install windows update if available. please go settings > update & security > windows update check updates. looking forward reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

taskbar settings - Microsoft Community

how undue changes made taskbar setting , restore them way when started windows 10? hi thomas, you can undo changes on taskbar depending on changes made. we'd know changes want remove taskbar. upon researching, option reset taskbar not yet available, however, can customize way want taskbar appear. refer article on how can customize taskbar. we'll keep eye out response. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

how to change Microsoft email address - Microsoft Community

have changed email address , telstra have cancelled old one.  i'm unable log in microsoft held old address , can't see how can change new address.  please if can.  joan as far know should able log in microsoft account using old email address. have tried that, , if can't, happens? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

hyper-v - Microsoft Community

windows 10 says cpu has virtualization, bios enabled. hyper-v cannot start service. any thoughts? wanted use laptop testing fast ring in virtual machine Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

ctfmon.exe (CTF loader) crashes every 3 second. - Microsoft Community

i've had problem again , again after fcu. re-installed windows 10 either update or iso multiple times. un-installed languages other english(us). none solve issue.  every time re-install os problem goes away while. able use pc few days until morning. problem appeared again now.  even though microsoft claimed bug fixed in build 16232, not. bug never fixed. appeared time time in each build since 16226 , every time shows "fix" re-install windows until shows next time. this bug not show on every pc, have 3 pc , bug shows on 2.  please release program undo fcu, fall creators update complete trash numerous bugs (i can no longer install cuda toolkit after fcu).  hi albert, there may problem ctfmon.exe why you're experiencing issue. ctfmon.exe controls/activates microsoft office language bar , alternative user input text input processor. if add secondary language input on keyboard, ctfmon.exe r

Online tech support - Microsoft Community

very dissatisfied online tech support, informed first tech may freeze due os had crashed , barely able safe mode , asked told him no reboot end our session lock up, anyhow during win 10 os recovery. came through link provided got different tech, said let me review previous session came said fixed things in os rebooted me before anything. cant gain safe mode can bios setup nothing in there working, fault not having sys recovery disk got system in hurry play never burned recovery use right now. should not have done reboot while online did restoring system 0% 14 hours thought i'll shut off go safe mode more work, nope nothing dead go. im looking around friends sys disk cause im totally broke till ill stare @ black screen there's no way gain dos nothing know of works also customer svc phone rep called concerning issue rude , not @ knowledgeable systems arguing me till said im ending call , hung up hi, if de

startup - Microsoft Community

when start computer, before log in  page message password incorrect computer freezes up.  suggestions? hi, for provide suitable solution suited login , incorrect password issue, we'd know additional information , clarifications: were not able enter username before error occurred? can send screenshot of issue? isolate caused issue. we'll wait response. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

Battery conservation by reducing Maximum Processor State - Microsoft Community

on alienware 13 laptop if reduce maximum processor state 50% when on battery, expect significant increase in battery life if running things word, email , maybe viewing go-to-meeting or skype 4b? should not expect worthwhile energy saving setting. major drain on laptop battery display. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

battery not charging after resetting computer on Windows 10 - Microsoft Community

my battery in windows 10 wont charge says charging 0% stays ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category , edited subject clarity.*** hi, resetting laptop should not affect laptop's battery. recommend contact computer manufacturer further assistance. thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

INVALID_KERNEL_HANDLE BSOD whenever I boot or reboot. - Microsoft Community

for last several weeks, whenever reboot, bsod invalid_kernel_handle. minidumps here: https://1drv.ms/u/s!amklibkrynrcmvmqquscywcprfmjza msinfo: https://1drv.ms/t/s!amklibkrynrcmvmtgxcmpgwtooed-a i used able boot, today stuck in safe mode. i've tried updating graphic drivers , running sfc. the memory.dmp file shows intelhaxm.sys causing crash: bugcheck 93, {1720, ffffc50c18001140, 0, 1} *** error: module load completed symbols not loaded intelhaxm.sys probably caused : intelhaxm.sys ( intelhaxm+30bd ) and, looks driver verifier initiated crash: bucket_id:  0x93_ vrf_intelhaxm !unknown_function try following make sure driver verifier disabled , intelhaxm service disabled (will stop intelhaxm.sys loading): start > type cmd > right-click "command prompt desktop app" and select "run administrator" then, @ command prompt type following and press "en

Microsoft isnt working on Windows 10, and i cant reset - Microsoft Community

i got pc grandma have no idea did cannot use microsoft software, pages not load in browser, , cannot update of software on pc (windows 10 or microsoft). ive trid reset pc several times go factory settings everytime click on 'get started' doesnt anything! itll load second, doesnt open or reset @ all. ive tried fix nothing work... please help!! ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category. *** hello skylar, windows may not behave expected when system file or system files missing or corrupted. recommend run system file checker (sfc) tool. sfc scan system files , repair missing or corrupted system files. may check link below instructions on running the sfc. use system file checker tool repair missing or corrupted system files if issue persists, recommend perform clean boot. clean boot performed start windows using minimal set of drivers , startup programs. helps eliminate softwar