Fix the error code 10: this device cannot be started in Device Manager

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Error code 10 it is another device manager error that is generated when the device manager cannot handle the device driver. In other words, if the controller is damaged, the device manager may generate the error code 10 along with the following error message.

"This device cannot be started. Try updating the device drivers for this device. (Code 10) “

Error code 10

This message indicates that your controller now becomes inaccessible and needs to reset, reinstall or update device drivers. But keep in mind that only driver corruption is not the only reason behind this device cannot start. (Code 10) and there are also several reasons that can cause the same error. In this post, you will get all the possible causes along with a single solution to this problem.

Method 1: fix using advanced system repair tool

As we know, the most important reason behind “Code 10” is damaged, damaged or outdated device driver, so you need an advanced system repair tool that easily fixes Device Manager related issues. Also repairs missing or corrupted system files, as dll files, exe files, exe files, sys files, ocx files, inf files, etc. Most of the time “Code 10” An error appears due to corrupted registry entries. The advanced system repair tool also takes care of the registry file and fixes the error easily.

Method 2: fix corrupted driver issues

As you know, the main reason behind Error code 10: this device cannot be started in Device Manager the device driver is damaged or damaged. So, uninstalling and reinstalling the device driver can fix your problem permanently. Just uninstall the driver from Device Manager and install the latest supported driver version.

1. Click on Start menu and search device. Now open Device administrator from the search result.

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2. Select Problematic Device> right click in them and then select Properties.

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3. Go to the Conductor tab and then click Uninstall to uninstall the driver.

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4. Restart your PC.

5. Open Device administrator again and go to Action> Check for hardware changes.

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Follow the onscreen instructions and fix device manager error code 10: this device cannot be started in device manager.

Method 3: run the hardware and devices troubleshooter

Hardware troubleshooter it is an effective and simple way to fix any device related problem. Not only Error code 10: this device cannot be started in Device Manager but if you get any other error messages associated with Device Manager, running the Hardware Troubleshooter can give you a quick fix for this error.

1. Click on Start Menu and search fix problems. Click on Problem solving from search item.

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2. Click See everything link in the left panel. It will open the entire troubleshooting menu.

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3. Circumstances Hardware and Devices in the listing and click on it. It will start Hardware and device troubleshooting.

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4. Click next to start the procedure.

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Method 4: update driver manually

The above error is related to the driver software, so it is the best idea to update the driver manually.

1. Click on Start Menu and look for the device. Click on Device administrator from the search result. It will open the Windows Device Manager.

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2. Look for the driver, what does he have yellow exclamation mark