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Windows 10 Lockscreen Background - Microsoft Community

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is there way remove used lockscreen lockscreen menu? read similar posts this, still can't find way to. tried c:\windows\web\ many people discussed about, didn't help. in attached photo, boxed in red ones used , annoys me how still appear in list after deleted them of computer. thanks in advance is there way remove used lockscreen lockscreen menu? read similar posts this, still can't find way to. tried c:\windows\web\ many people discussed about, didn't help. in attached photo, boxed in red ones used , annoys me how still appear in list after deleted them of computer. thanks in advance hi, to resolve issue used lock screen background, please check zachd [msft] 's posts on link . let know result. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization

Windows 10's Icon Arrangement - Microsoft Community

have 1366x768 laptop, , whenever connect 1080p tv, icons move tv normal (because it's set default) icons go on place , drives me crazy. should more or less simple bug fix. hi, it possible you're having issues icons arrangement can due corruptions. better assist you, we'd gather more information: have made recent changes before issue occur? did error messages when try arrange icons? what troubleshooting steps have done far? we're looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

audio service not responding in windows 10 - Microsoft Community

there no icon on taskbar , have no way control sound without it.  found message "audio service not responding."   hello, please run  playing audio troubleshooter  and see if helps: https://www.kapilarya.com/how-to-use-built-in-troubleshooters-in-windows-10 hope helps, luck :) Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

I have a 2TB Toshiba external drive. Since Microsoft downloaded the - Microsoft Community

so seems ever since latest win10 updated kb4020102, toshiba external hard drive won't backup. the screen shows me option of "ready start backup", , click start, nothing happens. can advise on has changed? thank you, tom koch ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi tom, understand want ensure have recent backup of system, though not able after applying recent update windows 10. have here troubleshooting questions may further on this: have checked if external hard drive have enough space perform backup? have tried plugging in external hard drive other usb ports of system? have tried performing system backup while in safe mode? we recommend start pc in safe mode , perform backup process. kindly follow these steps: press the  windows  key launch start menu. select  settings . select  update & security . select  recovery . under  advanced startup , select  rest

jammed reinstall win 10/cycling - Microsoft Community

wound several volumes of win 10 because of reinstall win 10 screen recycling , asking install; media creation tool; happened because had bumble way through learning bios/boot routine (bios 5.03 on hp6230f pavilion desktop) -can't move forward more; how repair, clear or whatever , move on? there 3 partitions start. original on pc win 7 upgraded time ago; trying recover 2nd crash within weeks. hi joseph, at link below find thorough wiki article greg carmack that contains of info need, , more, to perform clean, complete hard disk erase , reformat, installation of the windows 10 os. (this best type of installation possible os is). http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki/windows_10-windows_install/clean-install-windows-10/1c426bdf-79b1-4d42-be93-17378d93e587 hope helps , luck! -richard Windows / Windows 10 /

KB3213986 keeps failing to install - Microsoft Community

here msinfo32 , eventvwr files: https://1drv.ms/t/s!avewgembkahbc78znlltfzjtuxa https://1drv.ms/u/s!avewgembkahbdpt_zqpf-gsqr-a thank time , effort. create system restore point before doing else. select keyboard shortcut win+s , type create restore point. click best match @ top of dropdown menu , click create button.   are using ethernet cable or wireless connect computer router? ethernet cable connection faster , more reliable large downloads. ethernet cable inexpensive purchase.   connect mains electricity supply if computer laptop.   disable anti-virus , firewall whilst upgrading.   i suggest download windows 10 media creation tool iso , in-place upgrade.   download updated windows 10 media creation tool: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10   how download iso using media creation tool: http://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/9230-windows-10-iso-download.html

Latest Update Cause unexpected shutdown at first start - Microsoft Community

the hp elitebook 8440p show unexpected shutdown every time on first start of latest version ( 1607 ) of windows 10. the synaptic update give me problem scrolling want rid of every time uninstalled next day got update again. hi zar, understand want uninstall update , not reinstall, can troubleshoot scrolling issue you've mentioned after installing latest update. make sure have updated drivers, mouse drivers, resolve scrolling issue you're experiencing. can check mouse manufacturer's website if have latest updates particular mouse. also, can follow steps found on link on how update drivers in windows 10. if issue persists, more glad assist if can tell specific scrolling issue you're having mouse device. while update have installed keeps installing next day boot laptop, have option defer feature updates , not stop them good. here's how: go settings . click update & security ,

Update Fails Every Time - Windows 10 Insider Preview 16170 - Microsoft Community

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hi there, everytime try update windows 10, receive error. does know problem is? thank you. steve this has happened me several times.  how fix this?  retry fails.  i had chat virtual agent, , tried print out solution, got partial print-out.  this error going prevent further updates? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

What's the latest on KB4015438 failure to install? - Microsoft Community

still looking solutions above problem! what's failure install message? try download latest latest update. update troubleshooter:  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/instantanswers/512a5183-ffab-40c5-8a68-021e32467565/windows-update-troubleshooter Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

When will I receive Windows 10 Creators Update - Microsoft Community

i using win 10 pro 64 bit on desktop. windows update turned on , up-to-date. till have not received creators update? for laptop have manually installed creators update since required format system. need same desktop or pushed via windows update? thanks in advance. microsoft in process of dilevering cu devices, if there compatiablity issue update might delayed till compatible. can try updating through update assistant, might encounter issues. microsoft: not install creators update manually if beginner Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Windows 10 ( Anniversary) will not start. - Microsoft Community

on starting dell laptop @ approx 11.30 bst morning ms restart required message appeared usual restart or pospone option. unfortunately, clicked 'restart now'. restarting screen appeared rotating circles. @ 4.00pm bst nothing had changed! there hardly hard drive activity, assumed after 4½ hours nothing happen, , physically restarted pc. started, windows 10 logo came , welcome tune sounded, 'please wait' screen appeared. @ around 17.30 pm, again restarted pc, , @ 19.15 bst still waiting. i had no problems updating windows 7, or anniversary update or other updates. please advise me if situation recoverable. have ever run mcafee consumer products removal tool since bought win7 computer? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Windows 10 Creator update fails with code 0xc1900208 - Microsoft Community

i own hp pavilion notebook, running windows 10 release 1607. laptop has amd a10-8700p processor, 8 gb of ram, , installed bios update rev 43 earlier. started creator update installation on own, downloading windows 10 upgrade tool. process runs along fine, downloading , verifying , installing, point asks review security settings, , see message clicking ok , more background stuff before update applied. screen says went wrong, , error code 0xc1900208 (no other code). have tried couple of things on community board, stopping update service, renaming folders, , restarting service. still same error. appreciated. sign me frustrated in north las vegas.... ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** the amd a10-8700p carrizo processor not compatible windows 10 @ time. microsoft working amd on fix released specified time. @ time, refrain upgrading , periodically check hp's website find out compatibility

windows 10 update 1607 failed - Microsoft Community

my desktop computer tries install update every day, , fails every day, still continues download it.  is there solution? or @ least, how can stop process? annoying.  thanks hi ananuri, this update includes improvements , fixes enhance functionality of windows 10 version 1607. more information update, kindly click link . also, here steps troubleshoot issue. get if steps won't work. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Cortana "Remind me" does not work reliably on Windows 10 - Microsoft Community

cortana on windows 10 not work reliably recently. i type in following not work: remind me call dan @ 11am remind me walk @ 11am (it seem recognize it's reminder, after 1 second of "thinking", turn bing search.) i type in following works: remind me call adrian @ 11am remind me run @ 11am (it produce reminder.) it's frustrating. thank getting us. used cortana remind every hour call turns out works fine. tried replicate issue , ended on factors causing inconsistent behavior of cortana.  there possible causes different set language , time, operating system needs update or might need reset credentials computer. best way resolve issue following troubleshooting provided on link . to check if windows creators update available computer, suggest downloading , running windows update troubleshooter . let know result. Windows

Ebay on bing - Microsoft Community

has managed upload photo ebay using bing?. try might couldn't. hour. different formats , locations no joy. went firefox  and done no problem. has done it? using bing on browser? since works on firefox it's problem original browser. should delete/clear cookies website in particular , retry. Windows / Windows 10 / Cortana & search / PC

How to find out the version of Windows that you are using - Microsoft Community

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technical level : basic summary this procedure tells how find version of windows using. can useful know when trying decide if program or piece of hardware work windows version. crucial piece of information know when troubleshooting problems or getting computer. applies to: windows 10 pcs windows 8 , windows  8.1 windows rt , windows rt8.1 windows 7 windows vista windows xp (does not apply windows phone or windows 10 mobile operating systems.) details finding windows version procedure not make changes computer. tells how find windows version. 1.   press   + r  on keyboard (at same time) 2.   type winver run box (see below) click ok . (the box may different depending on windows version , setup, functionality same.) you see box tells windows version. examples shown below arrow indicates windows version. sufficient windows version number. here's windows 10 example: to interpret about win

Updating windows - Microsoft Community

hey everyone, so have asus k35e laptop came hdd , windows 7. bought adata su800 256gb ssd , installed fine. i've worked on laptops , desktops before, wasn't new me. i used usb stick install window onto computer, , installation went until system restarted fine. upon restarting screen says "could not complete installation, please restart." common error i've seen littering internet. problem is, can't open command prompt, shift + f10 doesn't work, , neither fn + shift + f10. asus customer support hung on me , won't me because i'm "upgrading" system , voided warranty , support had through them apparently. thanks in advance appreciate it! school laptop, desperately need fixed asap actually, gonna sound weird. selected not automatically authenticate windows , chose option didn't have product key , chose windows 10 pro. went , went install complete put product key

Will I be able to reuse the same windows 10 activation key twice? - Microsoft Community

long story short had class mate install windows 7 on windows 8 laptop worked while messed , upgraded windows 10 still needs activated want replace hard drive last. first buy windows 10 hard drive last when more money know when replace hard drive need reinstall os. able use same activation key or need buy one?  after new windows 10 , installed using key computer activated.  can replace hard drive , not loose activation.  when install on new hard drive not need key. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

help me with my 32 gb micro sd card - Microsoft Community

 i have 32gb micro sd card. working fine earlier..but 1 day when tried format says "windows couldn't able format"..according problem ..i trying repair bad sectors partition guru software ..but sddnly dead..nothing z happening..like..its not showing on computer nd in disk management also..drive saying error "there z no media file""plzz me this...thanku in advance plzz give me solution ro this... Windows / Windows 7 / Files, folders, & storage

Printer - Microsoft Community

printer saying online, scan computer, print off printer, when hit print button picture of printer come , not can hit print again start actual printing hello denise, possible connection between computer , printer having concerns. one, recommend run troubleshooter fix printer problems . and confirm, how printer connected computer? connected directly or using wireless printer? Windows / Windows 7 / Devices & drivers

printer HP 2050 - Microsoft Community

printer not responding insufficient information.  please read: how ask question determine version of windows, including architectures (32-bit or 64-bit), click start, right-click computer, , click properties. what make , model of printer? how printer connected computer? has printer ever worked computer?  if yes, happened computer or printer shortly before problem started? if error message, please provide complete text.  note whether error message on computer or on printer. what lights on printer lit or flashing? Windows / Windows 7 / Devices & drivers

windows error msg when copy file - Microsoft Community

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dear sir, we have encounter error massage when copy file thumb drive.    msg " windows explorer has stopped working - windows checking solution problem.... folow by: windows explorer restarting" nothing save. thanks if mean seeing this: if case, read this: perhaps have afflicted explorer shell extension. explorer extensions make list/menu of things see when right click something.   an afflicted explorer shell extension can cause explorer crash - when using copy/paste and/or drag/drop , to/from external usb attached drive. several recent incidents involving acer systems , mywinlocker egistec (which known include troublesome explorer shell extensions) may have come preinstalled on system. even if system not acer may have mywinlocker installed , since there have been many reports of contributing explorer crashes seems place start looking. if in installed programs ,

Kernal power error 41 random shutdown, windows update won't - Microsoft Community

so i've had been having few problems custom pc while. firstly should explain has been randomly shutting down kernal power error 41 - after i've replaced hardware components. used related overheating before replacing components shuts down when been on minute or sometimes. i've taken pc repair guy , couldn't figure out why keeps happening (he did clean out , reset pc components , started happening less often). lately usb keyboard , mouse randomly freeze , don't respond (although still power lit up). can restart , they're fine again last time went manually restart shutdown button wasn't working - screen go blank come frozen was. turned off power switch , left 15 minutes , when turned on still came frozen was... restarted after few tries, no idea why.  since have reinstalled windows 7 (to sure wasn't problem os) windows update kb3109103 won't install when download , try , install manually. i'm pretty sure had iss

Printer Brother 9125CN does not print from one lap top and complains - Microsoft Community

have attached laptop locally printer not print. whereas there no issue second lap top. both laptops dell.  please provide additional information. 1.  mean if connect printer laptop 1 using usb cable can print if connect printer laptop 2 using usb cable can not print? or attempting share printer on local network?  is, leave printer connected laptop 1 attempt print laptop 2 connected local network? 2.  edition of windows installed on laptop 1?  include whether 32-bit or 64-bit edition. 3.  edition of windows installed on laptop 2?  include whether 32-bit or 64-bit edition. 4.  on laptop 2 (the computer not print), click start , click devices , printers:  is there icon brother 9125cn? does show warning symbol? right-click , select "printer properties" , click "ports" tab. what appears in line highlighted , checked? close "printer properties" dialog box. 5.  repeat step 4

not able to watch videos taken on my ZTE Warp 7 on the laptop - Microsoft Community

i bought zte warp 7 cell phone , have been checking out in phone. afternoon tried camera, taking pictures , videos. tonight copied them laptop (win 7). can see pictures (and thumbnail picture) no problems. can't see videos, there's no thumbnail picture showing , can't video play. any ideas before take phone back? what format videos in? if there number of different recording choices on phone, try changing format making videos in. example if phone -  http://www.pdevice.com/product/zte-warp-7-specs  it claims have following support - " yes support 3gp, mp4, wmv, xvid, avi, divx, mkv, h.264, h.263" so try format if can. these supposed formats various versions of wmp support -  https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/316992/file-types-supported-by-windows-media-player , try record in format wmp claims support. possibly try mp4 or 3gp wmp12. if doesn't help, try of format matches see if

Sync music in Windows Media Player - Microsoft Community

 when try sync music message........... windows media player encountered problem while syncing file device. .... .anyone know how fix ? hi -what device in question , showing in wmp's left (navigation) pane? thanks, r. Windows / Windows 7 / Music, photos, & video

Updation of security patch on windows server 2012 R2 - Microsoft Community

we need support check nd update below patch on windows server 2012 r2 1.how update ms16-118: cumulative security update internet explorer (3192887) 2.how update ms16-120: security update microsoft graphics component (3192884) 3.how update ms16-123: security update windows kernel-mode drivers (3192892) 4.how update microsoft windows smb registry : winlogon cached password weakness 5.ms16-124: security update windows registry (3193227) hi, your question beyond scope of these forums kindly post question in technet server forums. http://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/windowsserver/en-us/home?category=windowsserver technet forums: https://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/en-us/home msdn forums: https://social.msdn.microsoft.com/forums/en-us/home cheers. Windows / Windows 7

Windows updation error code 80070103 unknown error - Microsoft Community

while upgrading windows 7 ultimate version latest version,getting error code 80070103 unknown error hi dollly, we suggest follow steps on link: fix windows update errors . link contains step-by-step troubleshooting type of error code. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 7

Windows 8 - Microsoft Community

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does knows comes from? how created? ***personal information deleted moderator. please see microsoft community asked questions more information on how can protect privacy.*** hi art, we need additional information isolate unknown account issue. kindly verify following: were there recent changes made computer prior issue? do experience issue when using people app? trying download application? let know. Windows

Customer support - Microsoft Community

i'm having problems getting order. customer service line  have been dealing not helpful cannot understand them ,  can't understand problem.  how speak american? issue xbox 1 controller ordered.   there isn't category below pick addresses issue. i'm sure sent somewhere not pertaining problem. see else has had problem , person answering seems want inform questioner, in wrong place no info of getting correct person.    outsourcing.... hmmm. forced pick category , topics below.  all doing setting me , others replied condescending remarks. hi, there designated support can contact via chat or phone. may check xbox support on link. thank you. Windows / Other/Unknown / Gaming

Battery - Microsoft Community

my battery low if when plugged in on night. battery not charging. moved community participation center have bad battery. find that, in general, laptop batteries last 2-3 years daily use. of course everyone's different i'd suggest buying new on try. Windows / Other/Unknown / Devices & drivers

The RPC server is unavailable. Event ID 11 - Microsoft Community

hi all, we facing below error in our windows server 2008 r2 event viewer. can under standing error , resolving it. error 11; network service; 01/25/2017 16:53:06; ; line 0; <?xml version="1.0"?> <estr><ref>{9afd073c-3ecd-42e3-92ae-75f6d553856c}</ref><appname/><user>avphnt210$</user><dbupdate>1</dbupdate><esec><num>-2147195581</num><type>1</type><dtime>1/25/2017 4:53:06 pm</dtime><svr>avphnt210</svr><file/><line>0</line><ver/><psec><param> unable cast com object of type 'system.__comobject' interface type 'hsvresourcemanagerlib.hsvresourcemanager'. operation failed because queryinterface call on com component interface iid '{6b7f0b65-59d8-11d5-99bc-001083786785}' failed due following error: rpc server unavailable . (exception hresult: 0x800706ba).</param></p

Keyboard character set - Microsoft Community

keyboard responds blue characters.  if type / é.  how reset keyboard show standard characters. hi eric, this behavior may occur if keyboard listed in text services. standard keyboard us, , must keyboard listed in text services section of control panel. to address concern, suggest follow steps provided on link . link resolve issue , remove instances of keyboards other standard keyboard. if need further assistance, don’t hesitate reply on post. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Devices & drivers

WINDOWS ERROR 2 - Microsoft Community

hi,  can u tell me how fix error 2 ( java) ? facing problem while installing simens nx 10. i have win 8.1 hi sunil, error being prompted because software or hardware you’re trying install trying use java –which @ point may experiencing errors. recommend follow steps here , , post isha soni . should need more help, let know. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Performance & system failures

used laptop - Microsoft Community

ive bought used laptop , dont have passwords 2 admin accounts on computer, im @ loss do. ive tried few obvious things; google, youtube, wiki etc. please me out, id able use rather have massive paper weight. hi, microsoft community can not unknown, lost, or forgotten passwords per microsoft policy. keeping passwords secure- microsoft policy on getting around passwords http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-security/keeping-passwords-secure-microsoft-policy-on/39f56ef0-5d68-41ad-9daa-6e6019c25d37 if forget windows password (windows 8 & 8.1) http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/forgot-windows-password hope helps. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- rob brown - microsoft mvp <- profile - windows , devices it : bicycle - mark twain said right Windows /

Automatic Repair issue in windows 8.1 - Microsoft Community

hello  i updated windows 8 windows 8.1 2 days ago , windows 8.1 working good just yesterday can not open pc , appears on screen automatic repair ,, , tried options , doesn't work ,, can please me .. , don't have cd windows 8 or windows 8.1 ehab hi ehab, address concern regarding automatic repair, suggest create installation media windows . moreover, can check recommended community discussion automatic repair on windows 8.1 on link . don’t hesitate reach out if need additional assistance. Windows / Windows 8.1 / Other Windows apps / Other

download - Microsoft Community

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ownload ownload download windows 8.1? "create installation media windows 8.1" http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-reset-refresh-media "download windows 8.1" https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows8 a similar tutorial may assist you "create installation media windows 8.1" http://winsupersite.com/windows-8/create-installation-media-windows-81 in first screen of simple wizard, need choose following: language. english – en-us if you're in united states. edition. windows 8.1 (core), windows 8.1 n, windows 8.1 pro, windows 8.1 pro n, or windows 8.1 single language. architecture. 64-bit (x64 ) or 32-bit (x86). _______________________________________ " how create bootable usb or dvd windows 8 or 8.1 iso" http://www.eightforums.com/tutorials/2227-create-bootable-usb-dvd-windows-8-iso.html   

How do I stop the message: "Do you want to use wlpg to open - Microsoft Community

split thread. so there way stop annoying message of want use wlpg open such , such files? mean after updating necessary codecs , there'll codec update in program manufacturer no doubt next time wlpg opened. manually 1 has update or click on ok , never remind me again checkbox checked? seems in day , age, @ wlpg code writing desk handle change? i'm not complaining, microsoft 1 , best computer company. don't on someones wrong side. annoying.  hi, better assist you, know windows version you're using. regards. Windows Essentials / Photo Gallery / Files, folders, & storage

What is the latest smart watch technology? - Microsoft Community

found site has different smart watches , these best but cheap smart watches in market. confused it. because added 10-12 months before. know technology updated every day. need know latest technology of smart watches me choose best smart watches in market.  thanks johns Microsoft Health and Band / Microsoft Band 2 / Watch mode

Recovery key for alcatel idol 4s - Microsoft Community

need windows 10 cell phone.originally mine gave husband did factory reset before turn off reset protection.now asks recovery key don't have , don't know it.we've tried find online nothing has worked.i'm afraid it's gonna lock permanently  the more try unsuccessfully.please if has received phone , didn't turn off reset protection, recipient won't able set phone. here's can do: go account.microsoft.com/devices . next phone no longer own, select remove phone . select i'm ready remove phone check box, note recovery key, , select remove . recovery key display on page , emailed you. when you're have recovery key saved, select i've kept copy of recovery key check box, , select okay . Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup

How to postpone Windows updates - Microsoft Community

as said in title, there way somehow make updates download "later", i'm trying work , updates using of bandwidth.  i've followed guides of them old , ui has changed cannot follow them. it forcibly downloading after shut down multiple times through task manager. info needed build home or pro? Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

Update failing to install - Microsoft Community

just logging similar experiences others here on dell xps 9550 m.2 ssd. i having problems several update packages , after system restore, managed 1 or 2 install, i'm left 1 goes through whole update process 100%, fails , unwinds again, taking hour or more entire cycle. every time wake on morning, shows login screen, , log in , go windows update , shows same file pending , asks me restart or wait active hours. when in event viewer find this: installation failure: windows failed install following update error 0x800f0922: cumulative update windows 10 version 1607 x64-based systems (kb3213986). update: doing bit of reading around seems issue system reserved partition (called efi system partition on ssds apparently) small. mine set 500mb people should plenty, guess windows getting more , more bloated on time. need go , spend money install 3rd party partition manager piece of software extend because window's disk management utility doesn't

Windows 10 Upgrade Linksys Dongle Error - Microsoft Community

hello, trying upgrade windows 10 windows 7 professional, service pack 1 64-bit.  using dell precision t3610.  have attempted 5 times, , keep getting message: lynksys ae1200/2500 802.11 wireless lan dongle device incompatible version of windows , must removed before continuing installation. interesting microsoft misspells "linksys" "lynksys."  digress. i don't have dongle attached computer.  in fact, computer connected via ethernet cable netgear wireless hub, connected via ethernet cable linksys cable router.  have attempted attaching cable directly router same results.  inherited computer friend passed away, , it's possible using wireless dongle.  can't find drivers on system, maybe i'm not looking in right place.  i'm looking @ "devices , printers" , "device manager" don't find linksys driver anywhere. any suggestions appreciated! hell

windows activation - Microsoft Community

having genuine window. got pre-installed when bought it, since last month getting notification windows expire soon. why happening? can please solve problem. right click start>command prompt-admin , type in following command: slmgr.vbs /dlv you window, take screenshot using snipping tool , paste it next reply. Windows / Windows 10 / Windows update, recovery, & backup / PC

HD TV connected via HDMI only shows my desktop, but not the video im - Microsoft Community

hi i upgraded windows 10, before had windows 8, problem used watched download videos computer , connect via hdmi tv , watch on big screen. but when connect. tv shows desktop screen no movie playing or else, infact cursor doest show moving  kindly me work out, im non tech guy pls guide me step step thank you hi julius, since mentioned upgraded windows 8 windows 10, it's possible current driver previous version of windows. verify, have tried using different hdmi cable? what's make , model of windows 10 device , hdtv? in meantime, suggest updating audio , video drivers. so, can check link step-by-step instructions. please result. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / PC Projection & Continuum / PC

Reminders pop up an hour late - Microsoft Community

since 2 days ago, telephone popping notifications reminders hour delay.  has got idea issue? appointments work fine, reminders don't.  Windows / Windows 10 / Cortana & search / Phone

Cannot type in Search - Microsoft Community

i not having problems windows 10 since upgraded windows 7 since 05-jan-2017, can not type in search, don't see drop down menu after win button r, shows zip files saving or so. tried follow web search instructions still has same issue, in getting window 10 again? thanks  hp also in search button not allow type , in command prompt (admin) when click doesn't allow write gets hanged  ***subject edited moderator clarity.*** is edge having problem or cortana/windows search? win+r opens run dialogue dropdown history, if haven't entered or if have cleared history, there nothing in list. win+r not search box. can type in box? have tried basics such system file checker? when command prompt hangs, error message? does try recover? Windows / Windows 10 / Cortana & search

Cortana - Microsoft Community

working. "sorry internet , aren't talking" hi brad, to identify cause of issue , find proper resolution it, please provide following information: were there changes made on pc prior issue? are able connect internet using browser? are logged in using microsoft account? regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Cortana & search / PC

suggestion for MS engineers - Microsoft Community

with windows update in windows 10 default settings have caused lot of grief in canada users low bandwidth accounts. why can't windows setup/install procedures not test upload bandwidth capability , if upload speed less 20mbps turn windows update peer sharing across internet disabled? the fastest internet connection available in town 10mbps down / 800kbps , when windows 10 updates set share updates across internet, literally kills usability of connection! ms needs understand vast majority of users not have optical  fibre connections! see: how set ethernet connection metered in windows 8 , 10 Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Transfer my Windows 10 License - Microsoft Community

i'm building new computer, , transfer existing windows 10 license new computer (remove existing computer , install/activate on new computer).  how do this?  also, how transfer existing software (apps, office add-ins, etc.)? if had upgraded retail windows 7 or windows 8/8.1 license windows 10 free upgrade, yes, can. if windows 7 or windows 8.1 or windows 10 came preinstalled computers motherboard, known oem license, cannot. learn more: how transfer windows 10 license new computer also see: how to: create system image in windows 10 how restore windows 10 system image existing or larger storage device if hard drive restoring smaller 1 replacing, cloning best option: https://www.groovypost.com/howto/clone-move-windows-10-data-larger-ssd-disk-drive/ Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upg

Upgrade from Win7 Pro to 10 Pro Feedback - Microsoft Community

we small business , upgraded 2 pc's kaby lake i7 processors , got 'unsupported hardware' issue.  this inconvenient after looking around confused whether free upgrade possible, or not.  various articles said differing things, written @ different times, , (even ms) didn't explicitly state if upgrade path pay or free.  so tried upgrade , seems fail odd command line error.  more helpful link buy upgrade instead of cryptic message. even better, a  clear , easy understand way upgrade helpful with cost before starting upgrade process.  the reality boss wondering why taking long , going cost more money. i ask system check tool above.  it displayed on system | windows activation panel in control panel. Windows / Windows 10 / Install, upgrade, & activate / PC

Windows 10 Installation Problems - Microsoft Community

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wan't install windows 10 computer. wiped hard drive , i'm trying install it. after choose custom: install windows (advanced) , choose drive want install on screen says copying windows files 0%. haven't been able past screen because freezes every time! please help! wan't able use me new desktop! try following: how to: 10 tips before installing windows 10 how to: 10 things if windows 10 setup fails. if problem persist, possible install media corrupt. are installing dvd or usb? download fresh copy of iso try again: https://windows10.help/blogs/entry/7-download-windows-10-anniversary-update-iso-files-directly-using-your-web-browser/ then rufus, small tool can download free.   rufus - credit: pete batard/akeo after have installed rufus: launch it select iso image point windows 10 iso file check off create bootable disk using select gpt partitioning eufi firmware partition