#WINDOWS 10 OPEN DEVICE MANAGER HOW TO#

If the component isn't working correctly, then you'll see a description of the problem with an error code. Once you complete the steps, if the status reads 'This device is working properly,' then the hardware is not experiencing issues connecting to Windows 10. Under the 'Device status' section, confirm the status of the component. Right-click the device and select the Properties option. Expand the branch with the device you want to check.Search for Device Manager and click the top result to open the app.To check the status of the hardware installed on your computer, use these steps:

#WINDOWS 10 OPEN DEVICE MANAGER HOW TO#

How to check hardware status using Device Manager

How to fix hardware status problems on Windows 10.

How to check hardware status using Device Manager.

In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through the steps to determine the status of the hardware installed on your computer as well as the steps to troubleshoot and resolve common problems. If you're noticing problems with a specific piece of hardware or a device shows a yellow exclamation, red 'X,' or down arrow mark, understanding its operational status should be one of the first steps to diagnose and try to fix the issue. On Windows 10, every device (keyboard, mouse, motherboard, processor, memory, etc.) connected to your computer generates a status code in Device Manager, which reports whether the hardware is operational or if it has issues.

Windows 10 open device manager