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Is is true that sometimes a windows update solves a problem with a hardware device?
Theoretically, yes. Windows update can be set to downloaded the newest hardware drivers. And new drivers could easily resolve some kind of hardware issue. I would need to know more about the situation.
How can you get an upgrade for your computer?
run windows update and do a manual upgrade and under hardware upgrades there will be basic upgrades for each hardware device to add to your basic windows updates
Does windows update dynamically updates device drivers only when hardware device has no driver installed?
No. Windows update doesn't update drivers automatically in any circumstance. When installing a device, you can instruct the OS to go online and find the driver, but it's a manual process, not an automatic one.Haven't confirmed this myself, but, according to Microsoft Official Academic Course, Windows 7 Configuration, Pg 139, "If Windows 7 is configured to use automatic updating, the system will download device drivers only for hardware that does not have a driver installed."
Can you update Windows Vista to Windows 8?
You can update to Windows 8 by purchasing a Windows 8 installation disk but make sure your hardware can support the update.
What windows 2000XP and windows 9x utility allows you to update the device driver for a device?
Device manager
How do you update driver for D-Link CIF webcam on Windows 7?
Type device manager into the start menu and open device manager, locate your web cam in the list of hardware installed on your computer and right click on it. Then click update driver.
How do you fix a code 10 error in windows?
In the device Properties dialog box, click the Drivertab, and then click Update Driver to start the Hardware Update Wizard. Follow the instructions to update the driver.You may be prompted to provide the path of the driver. Windows may have the driver built-in, or may still have the driver files installed from the last time that you set up the device. If you are asked for the driver and you do not have it, you can try to download the latest driver from the hardware vendor's Web site.
Which Windows tool is the best to use to verify that hardware components installed in Windows are working properly?
The best tool to verify that hardware components installed in Windows are working properly is the Device Manager. It provides a comprehensive overview of all hardware devices and their status, indicating whether they are functioning correctly or if there are any issues, such as driver problems or conflicts. Users can also access properties for each device to troubleshoot issues or update drivers as needed. Additionally, Windows Performance Monitor can be used for more detailed performance analysis of hardware components.
What windows tool can you use to update video drivers?
You would use Device Manager and then "update driver" under the Display Device.
What Is a Windows 7 feature that allows Windows 7 Setup to download critical fixes updates and device drivers from Microsoft's Update website?
Windows Update.
What are the steps to configure a new hardware through control panel in windows 7?
Devices and Printers, Device Manager or Windows Update. Keep in mind some hardware require drivers not found here. Use following DVD or manufacturers website. Additional: Windows features can be turned on or off trough Programs and Features/Uninstall or change a program.
What wizards do you use to configure the drivers for a device that you have installed manually?
The Hardware Update Wizard
