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i had backup created of old laptop trained professional. connected backup drive computer , perfect; there. happy. windows 10, happy not let go. not eject drive in either of 3 standard ways (right click , selecting eject or going computer dropping down see on list , ejecting there, or little carrot on task bar , lets see attached hardware---it greyed out there , not select it. i saw number of older posts on issue suggesting various possible causes nothing 2017. wondering latest solutions issue. thanks advice. might want in device manager - there setting there allows unplug flash drive.    if want totally safe, shut down computer unplug it.especially if 2tb flash drive must have cost on $1,000 usd. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers

hello, i got dell xps 15 , having trackpad dead zone issue in pointer not move until move finger outside 1/4" put finger on trackpad. once pointer responds has perfect accuracy / precision / behavior initial delay extremely annoying , frustrating. if disable hid trackpad device in device manager , restart dead zone problem goes away. lose gesture , two-finger scroll functionality. tried changing registry settings not seem change behavior. is there fix this? aside installing generic synaptics drivers did , not happy two-finger scroll performance. thank you, joe such outdated build. license provided employer? because windows 10 enterprise volume license client used large organizations deploy windows 10 in bulk hundreds or thousands of computers. try upgrading latest version see if resolves problem. Windows / Windows 10 ...

i've been having problem nvidia drivers, i'v formatted hard drive restarts computer twice, changed hard drive, swapped pci express slots still issue persists know when second reboot driver appear work again restarted , after maybe 1 week again very strange. if possible tell me causing grateful thank    hi jase, looking @ error message itself, mean windows blocking prevent issues. have contacted manufacturer correct drivers? you may run automated troubleshooter diagnose issue. go to   settings   >   update & security   >   troubleshoot   >   hardware , devices . also, try reinstall driver. go to   device manager   >   display adapters   > right-click graphic card > uninstall . restart computer afterwards. please advise necessary. Windows / Windows 10 ...

i installed windows 10 on haier laptop few months ago. using windows 8 before this, in windows 8 bluetooth working totally fine. when upgraded windows 10 bluetooth icon disappeared every device manager. have tried lot of ways solve problem. running troubleshooter, showing hidden icons in device manager, installing legacy hardware (bluetooth device not listed in legacy hardware too) , other things too. surfed internet 2 days , have read lot of threads on site. still don't have idea how bluetooth back. i thankful if me. need connect bluetooh hand-free. note: there no hardware change after upgraded windows. [moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows settings / pc] hi mubeen, connecting different devices using bluetooth connection helps transfer files across each devices. if you're having trouble using bluetooth after upgrade, follow troubleshooting steps provided in article resolve issue. c...

hi, i’m having problem on buffalo external hard drive recently, can’t open or format drive , not appearing on pc somehow showing on disk management disk 1 unknown 2048.00 gb not initialize, unallocated. , whenever try initializing disk, i’m getting i/o device error. tried troubleshooting on cmd i’m still getting error (i/o device error, cannot etc.)  i’m not interested on data in want reuse hard drive once again. , might cause of problem? thanks, reymund manaog hi, if have not yet try first: shutdown pc after shut down disconnect external drive, if drive powered externally disconnect power supply, wait 20 seconds reconnect power supply drive. startup pc (with external drive still disconnected), login, wait 5 15 minutes, plug external drive usb, (or e-sata, firewire, whatever) port. should cause windows re-recognize device , initiate anew. also, check support website of drives manufacturer av...

sometimes helps when hold wireless keyboard close monitor.  i saw virus, updating drivers.  ran malwarebytes , found no threats. driving me nuts.  do? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** it's wireless keyboard have checked batteries see if require changing? Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

my lenovo x260 lost bluetooth capability after wndows 10 update 1703. prior update 1703 worked fine. after update 1703 can not use bluetooth @ all. bluetooth not appear in notification & action table. i checked device manager, there no bluetooth in list. i clicked view - show hidden devices, bluetooth appears in list. i right-clicked bluetooth , clicked property, there nothing in there, bluetooth logo , word bluetooth, rest blank. i've tried run windows troubleshoot - run troubleshooter bluetooth , message "device not have bluetooth". i tried search solution more 1 week now, nothing can me revive bluetooth. shall uninstall update 1703? thank you. andang yes, did. when tried run scan hardware changes nothing. the screen blip once , that's all. update 170910 today sep. 10, 2017, scan new update , found updates. installed of them , bluetooth problem fixed. thank ...

have epson wf-2530 printer. set up, wifi on , connected. computer doesn't detect - thinks printer offline. how convince it should print? hi alfredo, in order on issue, want know if printer supported windows 10? because if not, not work because of compatibility issue. also, have done troubleshooting steps far fix issue? we'll forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

hi everyone, i've started having problems switching between wi-fi networks. every time switch wi-fi network another, system shows me these:  the error remains indefinitely, however, automatic troubleshooting workaround. resets network adapter, , i'm go. process takes minutes, , since it's laptop, have change networks frequently, i'd permanent solution.  i tried reinstalling drivers, problem remained. specs: asus x550j            win 10 x64            qualcomm atheros ar956x wireless network adapter any appreciated, thank you. if think can offer solution based on troubleshooting report, i'll send pdf via email. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

hello, after latest update or upgrade or whatever called windows 10, wireless adapter on hp pavillion 17 notebook isn't showing in device manager, wired connection port being seen. i've tried re-installing hp's website no luck. can fix this? hi, for narrow down concern , provide accurate resolution missing wireless adapter, getting error messages? if yes, exact error message? suggest check , follow troubleshooting steps in link resolve wireless adapter issue. we appreciate if , provide feedback. Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet

in widows 10 browser need updating. browser has been updated still message. i've used internet explorer, microsoft edge, mozilla firefox , google chrome , never have been prompted message browser needs updating. updates these browsers (at least) delivered automatically in background. do suspect message receiving scam? Windows / Windows 10 / Network & internet / PC

we used have 2 computers in house networked. network vanished 1 day, many months ago -- don't remember whether after final windows 10 upgrade or after subsequent windows update. have tried every solution can find on forum, , cannot make homegroup work. both computers use windows 10 , automatic updates.  have wifi connection internet through modem both computers use. assuming connection how 2 computers supposed able share. before quit working, computers able share files , printer on network, not homegroup. on computer #1 have been able set homegroup.  computer #2 cannot detect homegroup.  keeps showing message, "there no homegroup on network" , option create one, no option join. tried doing opposite direction: after making computer 1 leave homegroup, attempted set homegroup on computer 2. got message, "windows cannot create homegroup on computer." here have checked , solutions have tried, no avail: - both computers have...

hi,   i manage infrastructure in organisation.   we have around 25+ systems running windows 10 home on dell systems , experiencing issue them, on dell laptops.   in order connect internet  have use proxy in our environment reason proxy settings not retained , getting reset automatically approximately after 20 or 30 mins , @ random times.   we enter proxy ip , port in windows settings > network & internet > proxy > manual proxy setup. kindly refer attachment.   we not sure issue , having hard time connecting internet because if issue , had input proxy info manually every , annoying.   any troubleshooting guidance appreciated!! -bhaskee hello, for better assist you, we'd know following: confirm build installed on devices. check, follow steps below: press windows key + r , type in winver . click ok. are using 3rd-party antivirus softwar...

i purchased surface book running windows 10. have been trying change time zone pacific central time, says dont have permissions when i'm administrator. thanks in advance, volunteers willing try resolve issue. qustodio , other software can cause that. try using hidden admin account set ; start - type in --> cmd find @ top , right click on run admin. @ prompt (note spaces) net user administrator /active:yes (hit enter) not use time, repairs, later disable repeat cmd net user administrator /active:no hit enter please let know results , if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

after trying of suggested ways change icon on desktop, still have been able seemingly simple task have in previous versions of windows.  1 of continuing problems since installing windows 10. type of desktop icons trying change? these windows store apps? happens when try change icon? have icon photos on desktop , paint.net , can right click either click properties click change icon choose available icon Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

dear all, i trying set homegroup , have issue when have choose share on network. by default windows sets pictures, videos, music, printers & devices shared . however, documents folder marked not shared . however can share pictures , videos other options not appear. i cannot choose from music printers & devices documents  (see screenshot) is there anyway of resolving issue? regards sanjiv open file explorer on taskbar click pc right click documents click properties under sharing tab, click advanced sharing click share folder click apply ok see: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/create-join-ho... Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

how change monitor number 2 1 in windows 10 see tutorial instructions: https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/3871-change... Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

split thread. same here can't change admin name....any ideas out there??? same here.  also cannot "solved problem (163) open either. hello louise, for better, kindly provide following information: confirm build installed on device. check, follow steps below: press windows key + r, type in winver. click ok. are getting specific error messages? confirm applications or programs tend remove. we forward response. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

when using "second screen only" display option, 2nd screen stuck in tablet mode... suggestions? hi james, there different factors can contribute why secondary display connected device shown in tablet mode. caused recent update or device drivers got corrupted. resolve concern, kindly answer questions below: were there recent changes made or updates installed prior issue occurring? when last time able use secondary display correctly? which version , build of windows 10 installed on computer? we forward response our queries. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

performing gpedit.msc operation have not yet able clear above issue .so how can remove hello srinivas, for better assist you, we'd know following: confirm build installed on device. check, follow steps below: press windows key + r , type in winver . click ok . are using 3rd-party antivirus software? verify if computer part of domain. confirm steps you've taken on local group policy editor. meanwhile, recommend apply settings below: 1. press windows key + i , select privacy . 2. go feedback & diagnostics . under diagnostic data , make sure select full . we forward response. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

details above moved from:(windows / apps on windows 10 / other windows apps / tools) hi, the issue may caused improper windows update installation. assist concern, we suggest perform system restore. this option takes pc earlier point in time, called system restore point. restoring won’t affect personal files, remove apps, drivers, , updates installed after restore point made. this, follow steps below: in search box, type control panel , press enter . on upper-right window, under view by , click category , select large icons . search  control panel  for  recovery . select  recovery  >  open system restore  >  next . choose restore point related problematic app, driver, or update, , select  next  >  finish . let know if solution above works you. Windows / Windows 10...

i having problem using commands in this version of cmd. plz me check whether their error or send me list of commands version old commands r not working in it. moved from: windows / windows 10 / ease of access / pc tracert, color, , ping external commands. reside in c:\windows\system32. can use explorer see if present , execute them directly explorer. clear not console command. del internal command processor command. when launch command processor cmd.exe must run no matter what. if not installation badly damaged Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

hello,  a few months ago, had conduct system restore because picked virus packed in free software. after restore, user name in c:\users folder has changed from c:\users\dragan to c:\users\draga. also, have called defauluser0 , have no idea purpose of folder. nevertheless, laptop working well, accepted it.  after latest upgrade, feature upgrade windows 10 1709, weird thing happening have log on twice on system boot. after first logging, log on screen , after second logging access files.  are these symptoms related , how fix it? thank you,  dragan moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup thanks update. our software engineers have found if toggle off setting in privacy settings, should have sign-in once. see steps below: go settings . click on accounts . click on sign-in options . scroll down privacy , , click toggle switch turn off use...

have hp pavilion desktop pc running w10. i've had problem last month. periodically shuts down (not when i'm using it), , unable turn on several days. how shutdown? what happens when attempt turn on? is there error message? Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

computer windows 10 os shuts down , restarts while using computer. doesn't matter doing? can cause this? failed hardware driver. make , model of computer? have done far troubleshoot problem? how long has been happening? have installed new software or hardware drivers since started experience problem? if so, , designed windows 10? have checked manufacturers website or contact support find out compatibility, updates or support windows 10? have system restore point created go to? problem occur in other user accounts on computer? version of windows 10 installed: 1507, 1511, 1607, 1703? version of windows did upgrade from? suggest need update chipset drivers , bios. recommend update critical ones: bios, chipset, display driver, network adapters. awaiting reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Performanc...

windows updated version 1709 yesterday , update seemes have erased files on #2 hard drive, 75000 pictures. of power settings , lord knows elce have been changed also. what gives , can repair damage? moved from: windows / windows 10 / windows update, recovery, & backup sounds have logged temporary profile. try restarting computer few times. press control + alt + delete click sign out @ sign in screen, click power button, click restart. few times try signing again. if desktop still not show up, need create new local user account. try creating local account: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/create-local-a... sign new account. open file explorer on taskbar > pc open drive windows installed open users if old account old there files - should amended machine name. if are, can copy them on new account. Windows / Windows 10 ...

2017-09 cumulative update windows 10 version 1703 x64-based systems (kb4038788) , microsoft fix won't  install, , numpad doesn't work in word or excel (works in other apps) num lock on. does have solution or of these problems? moved from: windows / windows 10 / ease of access / pc original title/subject: keypad start running keyboard troubleshooter. open start > settings > update & security > troubleshoot, scroll down keyboard select it, click run troubleshooter when complete, restart check if functionality restored press windows key + r type: appwiz.cpl hit enter click view installed updates select recent update right click click uninstall. try uninstalling update see if restores functionality. press windows key + r type: appwiz.cpl hit enter open view installed updates right click installed updates since started happening click uninstall restart computer check if can use key...

hand-built computer. using amd fx 9590 processor,   msi 990fxa-gd65v2  motherboard, 32 gb of corsair dominator ram,  msi gaming rx 480 gddr5 8gb  video card. periodically, , quite often- user input stops. keyboard, mouse, , peripherals (i.e xbox controller). sound goes digitized , robotic. can answer questions system. need know know whats causing this. currently, cpu running @ 54c/129f hi ! these problems can hard find , fix. there several free programs test hardware. if hardware good, has software. imho 2 choices. check reliability monitor , see if there's clue there. let me know how things go! gb89 https://www.howtogeek.com/166911/reliability-monitor-is-the-best-windows-troubleshooting-tool-you-arent-using/ Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / ...

after update, of sudden speakers not work either in way. not external speakers or internal ones.  there flash note said had been turned off microsoft.  why , how them on.  have never had problem before.  why can't microsoft make sure products work before put them on our computers? make , model of computer? first, run playing audio troubleshoot - open start > settings > update & security > troubleshoot scroll down, select playing audio click run troubleshooter when complete, restart computer check if audio working again. press windows key + x click device manager expand sound, video , game controllers right click audio adapter click properties click driver tab there option rollback? if so, click it. open start, type: change sound card select playback right click speakers click set default device if isn't select speakers click properties click leve...

hi, i got problem when try use keyboard on windows 10. use keyboard gaming , google chrome. few days ago tried type in search bar , keyboard didn't work. tried on-screen keyboard too, , didn't type in search bar. opened microsoft edge, , wanted search something, keyboard didn't respond anything. tried reinstall drivers, updated also. tried update windows, , still doesn't work. solution? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi viktor, one of possible reasons why keyboard not responding due outdated drivers in windows 10 . better assist you, need answers following questions: is keyboard connected computer via bluetooth? if keyboard connected usb port, issue occurs when connect other usb ports? does keyboard respond when press windows key? in meantime, suggest create new user on computer see if issue occur on different user profile . add new user, please fo...

how can mirror samsung s8active(smartphone) hp laptop(windows10)? hi xx: name ron. there feature in anniversary update, should running enables this. take @ article: http://winsupersite.com/windows-10/use-windows-10-anniversary-s-connect-app-cast-your-smartphone-screen-your-pc. *********** if find reply has fixed problem please click on "accept answer" blue hyperlink button. please grade satisfaction our replies clicking on 1 of green/yellow/red option buttons. grading our answers helps improve our service. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

computer updated on 7/17/17 lastest kb4022405 update , since can no longer dim screen. never keep screen @ full brightness bothers eyes noticed change immediately.  brightness controls show in quick action center, has no effect (nor keyboard buttons changing brightness).  it's been 2 days , it's driving me nuts!  saw there new fall creators update , fixed screen brightness.... finally!!! Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

hi, as several other "oldies" noticed problem show floppy disk in file explorer. after searching long time best , easiest workaround "cafejose" in forum @ bleepingcomputer.com. or wrote following: "i found way work around this.  when right clicked on tray icon prepare remove floppy drive ( seems strange try, since no such item shown in file explorer), there item listing, "devices , printers".  i clicked on item, , window appeared showing devices , drives, , there - floppy disc drive a:\ shown.  the devices , printers window showed menus @ top of window, 1 menu item saying "browse", , clicked on down-arrow.  a window looked file explorer opened, , there see contents of floppy disc in floppy drive. now, that, reopening file explorer show floppy disc a:\ drive? no!" link: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/607324/floppy-disk-drive-not-appear-in-file-explorer-when-plugged-in/ strange beha...

browser keeps crashing when on yahoo main page few times when using other apps such zillow or amazon.    have tried both firefox , chrome.  error message "your tab crashed"  report crash everytime.  firefox , chrome updated.  i running windows 10 ver 1607 any suggestions? [ moved from: windows / windows 10 / performance & system failures ] hi, corrupted browser cache , extensions of things can cause browser crash. isolate concern, we'd ask following: have made recent changes on device prior concern? have tried using different browser other ones mentioned above? if yes, did encounter same error? what troubleshooting steps you've performed resolve concern? to rule out performance issues, suggest replicate concern while you're in clean boot environment , check if issue persists. this, follow steps provided on link . we'll appreciate if can send update. ...

in home have router provided dish , 2 daisy chained range extenders. have router @ 1 end of home , 3 nest cameras located @ other end of home. till signal gets cameras router signal week , camera signal drops out frequently. hence 2 range extenders used keep signal acceptable limits. have 1 range extender within 20 feet of camera yet signal bypasses range extenders , continues go router. ideas on can make cameras see range extenders? setup follows: cegates1 = router cegates2 = tp-link  model re355 cegates3 = linksys  model n600 pro cameras nest indoor in related issue, have wireless printer connected router. if laptop, cell phone etc. connected router prints fine. on other hand if laptop or cell phone connected cegates2 or cegates3 laptop or cell phone can't print printer because can't see it. read "bridging" have no idea of or how it. ideas? hi, changing settings on router , extende...

day! first time owning windows 10 laptop , having problem internet connection. wondering if laptop have bought not working or software/os problem. problem when try upload pictures on facebook or google drive, cannot access internet if still connected internet. have tried 4 different browsers (microsoft edge, ie, chrome, firefox) , result same. couldn't upload anything. when video calling facebook, popup of video call close after few minutes.  in company laptop running on windows 7, have not encountered such problems. new laptop dell inspiron 15 7000 gaming running on windows 10 home edition.  appreciated. thank much! regards, riichii hello riichii, a misconfiguration network connection settings possible cause of connection issue you're experiencing windows 10. great if can tell more concern. kindly answer following: when did issue start? did notice system setting changes prior issue? are get...

my laptop not working properly. wifi , bluetooth work fine , sometime both options go missing network reset , come last week not able access them both no matter how many times reset them seems dont have fix anymore suggestions how can them working once again.? i have windows 10 pc having creators update installed.  when go missing drivers go missing device manager cant disable or enable them neither update drivers.  it seems work on own when want to.  please student necessary have internet access. , dont have wired connection totally depends upon wifi not working ganesh, i assume windows up-to-date.  right-click on start menu select windows powershell enter this winver and should see version 1703 [os build 15063.608]. go computer maker's website to 1  download install latest wifi & bluetooth drivers, , 2  bios update have not run. denis ...

my start bar clock went missing after windows 10 build 16299. managed reset default digital clock , calendar pop-up. one thing i'm missing quite bit analog clock face on previous os'sstart bar calendar pop-up. for while in windows 10, did have registry edit once allowed analog clock in ui computer\hkey_local_machine\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\immersiveshell dword usewin32trayclockexperience 1 windows 10 going around while, great of use os access powerful programs , games, have ability tweak clock. i have seen older requests analog clock on start bar pop-up calendar. please bring back.   hi, the registry tweak enable old classic windows 8.1/7 clock , calendar not work windows 10 anniversary edition version 1709 , later. there several analog clocks available on our windows store can download. kindly check link , see if work you. furthermore, microsoft open suggestions ...

hello guys, if want put pc in developermode in cant it's greyed out , can click everywhere want wont select anything. tells :''some options managed organization'' not part of organization. could guys please me thanks, c.j. check if can toggle enabled not configured . same thing ones disabled . if did not help, , still developer mode greyed out, may try next method, please read caution : the method fix issue have registry modification. before modify registry, make sure , understand how restore registry if problem occurs. please refer link:   how , restore registry in windows. launch powershell in administrator mode , , paste each line of command: reg add "hkey_local_machine\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\appmodelunlock" /t reg_dword /f /v "allowdevelopmentwithoutdevlicense" /d "1" reg add "hkey_local_machin...

american living in brasil bought new computer windows 10 , cant figure out how switch english if me appreciate hi, i'll happy this. can pressing windows key +i open settings. click time & language click region & lanuage under languages click add language , select language , click options. on region , language page select new language , click set default. let me know if doesn't work. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

i not windows 10 !!!!! hard set , operate. want go on-line , not viruses !  so can please explain how set 1 account , ????!!! i not want set 2 or 3 accounts go on-line safely!!      thanks in situation, chromebook better solution. chromebooks easy setup - done google - , safe. if want setup 2 or 3 accounts , go online, chromebook perfect you. , quite inexpensive. by contrast, windows , macos (for apple computers) featured operating systems designed for  virtually every possible use. makes them powerful complicated. if don't need power, why deal complexity? there windows computers can buy have been simplified vendor. (there's nothing similar macos.) such computers typically marketed seniors, feel unfair because beneficial @ age. a chromebook or 'senior' windows pc make happy. Windows / Windows 10 / ...

got tiles way 'em on start menu, , latest update shrunk space available.  i've had shrink , rearrange tiles consequence.  please restore option of resizing start page wide , tall user desires.  thank you. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings

recently windows 10 update, seeing option in "settings" under "phone" add phone microsoft account. however, after following steps still don't see phone listed in microsoft account. phone runs on android. the option add phone under "phone" setup option, sends link phone. asks install microsoft edge. i have done same , logged in microsoft account in phone. still nothing happens. phone not show neither on pc nor on web. so, practically how working? hi, setting mobile device added microsoft account can used files , backing security. can use locate windows phone device, check reset protection status, repair it, , support it. suggest checking link guide can use set microsoft account on devices. let know if there other concerns. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings...

how make medium-sized icons default folders , files? hi robin - use view tab select icon size desired, under options choose change folder , search options. in box, click view tab, @ top apply desired settings folders of type. feel free ask questions , let know how goes. i'll keep working until it's resolved. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

my numeric keypad works on login screen! searched internet , couldn't find answer. try , type numbers using keypad on other programs, such google chrome, microsoft edge, , netflix, , wouldn't type numbers. contacted support line didn't give me great answer. after digging, i: open settings select "ease of access" settings select "mouse" settings turn off "use numeric keypad move mouse around screen" make sure numlock turn on or "locked" test out , hope works! Windows / Windows 10 / Windows settings / PC

since friday (oct 13, 2017), windows 10 computer spending lot of cpu msmpeng.exe (windows defender), without stop. using process explorer, see there 2 threads, each of them consuming 100% of 1 of 4 cores in intel core i5-5200u, had 2 cores busy. 1 of threads had "start address" = "!rtluserthreadstart" , other, "0x0" (i know these information not of use, although wanted put here have, because had searched lot , didn't find similar). had done: reboot machine (as finished starting up, msmpeng.exe started consuming cpu again); checking msmpeng.exe in windows defender's exclusions when writing answer, opened windows defender's exclusions again, list here exclusions set. i've realized had exclusions older versions of visual studio community , sql server express, not current ones (visual studio 2017 , sql server 2016). i've added .exe exclusions and, after rebooting, i finally have machine again! i...

since last update have been having issues interracting pages , programs intuos tablet. unable drag , select text (or copying , pasting), scroll bars on right of browsers either work normally/ not @ all, or opposite, drag , screen goes rather down. think maybe computer thinks tablet;-) also, trouble dragging crops in photoshop lightroom, issues dragging items in wordpress app. any amazing driving me crazy! paul moved from: windows / windows 10 / devices & drivers hi norman, thanks  help, ive rolled last update , seems ok now. interestingly, though wiorking fine, computer tells me have no wacom device connected when try go wacom settings... think ill ignore lol! paul Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures

hello, on 12th of december updated win 10 version. update kb4054517 update, @ least thats when noticed first. after update my memory usage in task manager shown abnormally high same programs use, around 1gb higher. , when check memory usage in active users in task manager again value 1 shown in processes or performence. i checked active processes multiple times , dont seem able find source of problem. in screenshots youll see mean. screenshots here i hope can me since rather frustrating , irritating when check how stressed system , wrong or different values shown. greets bastian hi bastian, conflicts latest update 1 of possible reasons why having high memory usage issue on computer. if update causing system crashes or instability , windows operating correctly prior change, can follow steps in link prevent unwanted update being installed. should need further assistance, don't hesitate us. ...

my son update windows 10 am.  computer goes through boot , when arrives @ screen click on drag , login screen.  usb ports appear go dead.  light go out on keyboard, no keyboard or mouse functionality.  both work in bios screen , on repair boot disk.  not hardware. any appreciated recent cumulative update causing lot of problems systems windows 10 1703. microsoft's current fix @ moment: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/404909... can try manually remove booting safe mode: power on , off computer 3 times on third time, computer boot advanced recovery environment click advanced options click troubleshoot click advanced options click startup settings click restart press (4) enable safe mode wait while windows 10 starts in safe mode. log in press windows key + r type: appwiz.cpl hit enter click view installed updates select recent update (this up...

blue screen of death after windows update.  recovery disk doesn't work.  any suggestions? moved from: windows / windows 10 / install, upgrade, & activate / pc hi sharon, issue you’ve encountered regarding behavior of computer after update may caused files or components broken or missing on system. sort out concern, suggest follow steps provided in article on how troubleshoot blue screen errors . once you’re on page, may click after update installed option under when did error section, , proceed steps complete process. after completing steps, may check if issue persists. keep updated concern additional assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

hello,  my computer randomly reboots bsod. happens when don't use pc, , started days ago.  can me , analyze cause? thanks. 081017-6281-01.dmp 10.08.2017 06:15:55 0x00000124 00000000`00000000 ffffd30d`07bb78f8 00000000`00000000 00000000`00000000 ntoskrnl.exe ntoskrnl.exe+7211eb nt kernel & system microsoft® windows® operating system microsoft corporation 10.0.15063.540 (winbuild.160101.0800) x64 ntoskrnl.exe+7211eb c:\windows\minidump\081017-6281-01.dmp 8 15 15063 262.144 10.08.2017 06:15:58 i pasted line blue screen view. if need more info, please let me know. thanks, mihnea you can upload dump file in onedrive share (the shared link) here can check it. or can follow steps site: https://m.windowscentral.com/how-troubleshoot-blue-screen-errors-windows-10 Windows / Windows 10 ...

i keep getting blue screen on computer.   dell replaced harddrive , memory , comes.   suspect comes program have installed.  but, these programs run fine on other alienware computer. so, how find out program uses driver causing problem , why problem on 1 computer , not other. hello name michael. laptop discussing about? Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

paperport 14 problem machine: i7 quad core, 64 bit windows 10 home edition, 16 gb ram, 128gb ssd, 1 tb hard drive, laptop scanner: epson ds-510 paperport version 14.5 system functioning prior creator update. after update following error message appears double click of icon: “ this application unable start correctly  0xc000007b” , no other indication given. programs , os installed on ssd (c drive) , data located on d drive. the problem has been through troubleshooting process @ nuance without success. process involved removing paperport instructions, including remnant files , folders, , running ccleaner registry cleaner, restarting machine, , reinstalling paperport program. has been done several times no change in outcome. i using same program , version on similar machine (same asus , processor, etc, except having 252gb ssd , windows 10 pro, creator edition. hi, error message means "status_invalid_im...

when view pictures in "file explorer" using large icon or large icons, of these icons randomly show various sizes of blocks of color in thumb nail. once block of color shows up, when file opened in "photo", block of color there also. within folder there few files corrupted. ( 6 in folder of 482 files) in cases have been able recover of these files backed prior versions of folders. i have been watching icons in file explorer , seen 2 of icons produce these blocks of color while doing nothing watching. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi monte, what having might caused missing or corrupted system files. we have system file checker utility in windows scan corruptions in window system files , restore corrupted files. refer article more information on how use system file checker tool repair missing or corrupted system files. let know if need furt...

i have document, not created me.  in part of keyboard , backspace keys extremely slow.  there setting somewhere can go correct this?  in rest of document typing speed , backspace normal.  weird. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hello valeryem, for better you, we'd know following: confirm build installed on device. check, follow steps below: press windows key + r, type in winver . click ok . were there recent changes made prior issue? what application using create said document? what make , model of device? what file format of document? we forward response. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

i running windows 10 pro 64 bit. purchased , installed new microsoft designer bluetooth desktop(mouse 1679 , keyboard 1678). mouse , keyboard functioning. installed "microsoft mouse , keyboard center", adjust mouse settings. software tells me "no supported device detected". have found nothing anywhere addresses problem. some older microsoft devices no longer supported in microsoft mouse , keyboard center; however, still supported intellipoint 8.2/intellitype pro 8.2 software. if device not supported microsoft mouse , keyboard center software, use control panel uninstall it, , reinstall intellipoint/intellitype pro software. can use following links download intellipoint software computer: microsoft intellipoint 8.2 mouse software windows - 64 bit microsoft intellitype pro 8.2 keyboard software windows - 64 bit should have further queries, feel free post it. Wind...

i running windows 10 pro my cd/dvd drive has worked @ point after installed windows 10 not show in file explorer. i don't use drive hence vagueness when problem may have started. i did try write iso dvd @ point, following prompts windows, didn't work , although windows did not report error.  subsequently managed write disk using third party software. when in disk management, drive shows drive d, "cd-rom 0". shows no media though have t/p installation disk in device. eject works , windows recognise hardware , can communicate firmware , therefore believe drive still functional. in properties, status "this device working properly" the driver microsoft dated 21/6/2006 version 10.0.15063.0 i have tried uninstalling device , rebooting - no change i have tried making registry changes advised elsewhere ie 1. "hklm\system\currentcontrolset\services\atapi\controller0" / f / v enumdevice1 / t...

hi guys, have problem original wireless receiver, not know why, controls start working mouse , keyboard (rt works exhaust, right joystick works mouse) think has controllers , in windows 7 managed fix in half uninstall specific drivers, in w10 seems install drivers immediately. need help, nobody has known how respond because happens, , command work keyboard , mouse, need external program not have or use , still happen me. can not find answer on google. movido desde es-es. hi sebastian, software conflict can 1 of possible reasons why issue happening. we'd verify if able install generic drivers. if so, next step perform clean boot . process used start windows using minimal set of drivers , startup programs. refer article perform clean boot. choose version of windows under how perform clean boot , follow steps provided. update outcome can provide further assistance. ...

there change in codec connection? have sony headphones worked before, , don't  hello ed, one of possible reasons why you're having sound issues due incompatible files on computer. recommend download , install latest sound drivers device manufacturer's website. let know happens after. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

i have tried many effort update sound mixer, failed. lately told bestbuy service person there no sound card in ms surface 128gb tablet computer not make mixer available recording.  but why functions produce sound in internet, while there no sound card? tried to update driver, says update dat. many to help solve it. or it is a hardware problem , impossible have fixed.  hi brian, regarding concern, surface got built in sound card use playing videos , audios. suggest check article for steps on how record audio. let know if there else can help. Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

can pair amazon echo laptop? both bluetooth? Windows / Windows 10 / Devices & drivers / PC

i bought surface arc mouse pair surface laptop 2 weeks ago. working fine until @ 1 point stopped working. checked bluetooth settings , said "driver error." ran troubleshooter, reset mouse , reconnected , worked again. however, few days later, same thing happened, , now, despite troubleshooting did, stopped working. mean it's showing "paired" , "connected" it's not working @ all. thank assistance. iver thank getting us. able download arc touch bluetooth mouse app? moreover, recommend try uninstalling , reinstalling driver, refer steps below: 1. press windows key + r , type in devmgmt.msc , press enter . 2. expand bluetooth section, right-click on arc touch mouse se. 3. click on uninstall . 4. mouse turned on not in pairing mode, shutdown laptop , restart. update on outcome. regards. Windows / ...

gretings everyone i have question windows hello i formated pc , while setting fingerprint, says: "the fingerprint has been set on account. try different finger." little frustating because i'm not using other devices nor accounts same fingerprint. im using asus laptop , device i've registered fingerprint. did change account?  if did log on old account , remove hello. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows Hello, lock screen & sign-in / PC

hello, i trying setup microsoft modern finger print on windows 10 computer domain joined. after setting finger print, not able log in finger print or pin. says finger print wrong. tried logging local admin , setuip finger print, works fine. can 1 please help? environement: server: windows server 2012 workstation: windows 10 pro domain joined thanks! hello shushanth, since you're connected domain, there's possibility account you're using login server not have administrative rights. program used microsoft modern keyboard fingerprint requires administrative privilege function, recommend contacting local in premise further assistance. you may check links below additional troubleshooting: troubleshoot problems surface keyboard, surface ergonomic keyboard, , microsoft modern keyboard fingerprint id troubleshooting microsoft modern keyboard fingerprint id let know if have ot...