How to Find and Install Drivers for Unknown Devices in Windows
Introduction
When you connect a new device to your Windows computer, it usually installs the necessary drivers automatically. However, sometimes you may encounter an "Unknown Device" in Device Manager. This means that Windows doesn't recognize the device and cannot install the correct drivers.
Identifying the Unknown Device
To identify the unknown device, open Device Manager by pressing Windows Key + X and selecting Device Manager. In Device Manager, expand the Other devices or Unknown devices category and look for the device with a yellow exclamation mark.
Right-click on the device and select Properties. In the Properties window, go to the Details tab and select Hardware Ids from the drop-down menu. This will show you the hardware ID of the device.
Finding Drivers for the Unknown Device
Once you have the hardware ID of the device, you can search for drivers online. You can use a search engine to search for the hardware ID or visit the website of the device manufacturer.
If you are unable to find drivers online, you can try contacting the device manufacturer for support.
Installing the Drivers
Once you have downloaded the drivers for the unknown device, follow the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer. Usually, you will need to extract the drivers from the downloaded file and then run the setup wizard.
After the drivers are installed, restart your computer to complete the installation.
Conclusion
Finding and installing drivers for unknown devices can be a bit of a challenge, but it is important to do so to ensure that your devices are functioning properly. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily identify and install drivers for unknown devices in Windows.
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