How to Open and Use Device Manager via cmd on Windows: Easy StepsUpdated a month ago
To open Device Manager via Command Prompt on Windows, press Win + R to open the Run dialog. Type `cmd` and press Enter to open Command Prompt. In the Command Prompt, type `devmgmt.msc` and press Enter to launch Device Manager.
Key Highlights: Open and Use Device Manager via Command Prompt
- Opening Device Manager
Use the command `devmgmt.msc` in Command Prompt to quickly open Device Manager.
- Useful Commands
- `driverquery`: Lists all installed device drivers.
- `pnputil`: Allows you to install, update, or remove device drivers.
- `devcon`: Manages devices by enabling, disabling, or reinstalling them using device IDs.
- Troubleshooting
- Check device status in Device Manager for errors or conflicts.
- Use `devcon remove` to uninstall problematic drivers and `pnputil` to reinstall or update them.
- Advanced Device Management
- `devmgmt.msc`: A fast method to access Device Manager through Command Prompt.
- Use `devcon` to enable or disable devices from the command line for better automation or troubleshooting.