Friday, July 25, 2025

Fix: USB Device Not Recognized in Windows 10/11 (Solved)


 







Plugging in a USB device and getting the dreaded “USB Device Not Recognized” message? This issue is common across Windows systems and can be caused by driver issues, power settings, or corrupted controllers. Here’s how to fix it quickly.

❗ Common Symptoms

  • USB device not showing in File Explorer

  • Error: “One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned”

  • Device charging but not accessible

🛠️ Quick Fixes for USB Device Issues

✅ 1. Unplug and Replug the USB

  • Remove the device

  • Wait 30 seconds

  • Replug into a different USB port

✅ 2. Restart the PC

  • Simple reboots often fix temporary glitches in USB controllers

✅ 3. Update or Reinstall USB Drivers

  1. Press Win + X > Device Manager

  2. Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers

  3. Right-click USB Root Hub > Update driver

  4. If still not working, try Uninstall device, then Scan for hardware changes

✅ 4. Disable USB Selective Suspend Setting

  1. Open Control Panel > Power Options

  2. Click Change plan settings > Change advanced power settings

  3. Expand USB settings > USB selective suspend setting

  4. Set to Disabled and Apply

✅ 5. Use Windows Troubleshooter

  • Go to Settings > System > Troubleshoot > Other troubleshooters

  • Run Hardware and Devices or USB Troubleshooter

✅ 6. Check for Malware or Corrupt Registry

  • Scan the system using Defender or third-party antivirus

  • Run CCleaner or registry repair (optional but helpful)