The Device Manager in Windows 11 is a crucial tool for managing hardware, updating drivers, and troubleshooting various issues. However, some users have reported difficulties opening Device Manager, with errors or system lag when attempting to launch it.
If you’re unable to open Device Manager on your Windows 11 PC, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue.
1. Open Device Manager via RUN Dialog Box
Windows 11 offers several ways to access Device Manager. If one method doesn’t work, you can try another. One quick option is using the RUN dialog box.
1. Press Windows Key + R to open the RUN dialog box.
2. Type devmgmt.msc and press Enter.
2. Run Device Manager as an Administrator
Running Device Manager with administrative privileges can sometimes resolve the issue.
1. Search for Device Manager in the Windows 11 search bar.
2. Right-click on Device Manager and select Run as administrator.
3. Alternatively, you can use the RUN dialog again (Windows + R), type devmgmt.msc, and select Create this task with administrative privileges before clicking OK.
3. Open Device Manager via Command Prompt
If the RUN dialog doesn’t work, try opening Device Manager through Command Prompt.
1. Search for Command Prompt in Windows 11.
2. Right-click it and select Run as administrator.
3. In Command Prompt, type devmgmt.msc and hit Enter.
4. Access Device Manager via Computer Management
Another way to open Device Manager is through the Computer Management tool.
1. Search for Computer Management in the Windows search bar.
2. Open the Computer Management app.
3. In the left pane, expand System Tools and select Device Manager.
5. Run System Maintenance Troubleshooter
If Device Manager still won’t open, running the System Maintenance troubleshooter can help resolve issues with shortcuts, file paths, and system tools like Device Manager.
1. Search for Control Panel in Windows 11 and open it.
2. Set the view to Large icons and click on Troubleshooting.
3. Under System and Security, select Run maintenance tasks.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooting process.
After running the troubleshooter, restart your PC and try opening Device Manager again.
6. Check for Hard Drive Issues
Sometimes, hard drive problems can prevent Device Manager from opening. You can scan and repair your hard drive using the Command Prompt.
1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
2. Type chkdsk C: /f and press Enter.
3. Once the scan is complete, restart your computer and check if Device Manager opens.
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7. Run SFC and DISM Commands
Corrupted system files might be causing Device Manager to malfunction. Running the SFC and DISM commands can help fix these issues.
1. Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
2. Type SFC /scannow and press Enter to scan for corrupted system files.
3. If the SFC scan doesn’t resolve the issue, run these three DISM commands one by one:
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
4. Restart your computer after the scan finishes.
8. Update Windows 11
Operating system bugs can sometimes prevent Device Manager from opening. Ensure your system is up to date.
1. Open Settings and go to Windows Update.
2. Click Check for Updates and install any pending updates.
9. Perform a System Restore
If all other methods fail, you can perform a system restore to revert your system to a previous state when Device Manager was working correctly.
1. Search for Recovery in the Windows 11 search bar and open the Recovery tool.
2. Click on Open System Restore.
3. Select a restore point from when Device Manager was functioning and click Next.
4. Confirm your restore point and click Finish to start the process.
This will restore your PC to a previous state and potentially fix the Device Manager issue.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve any issues with Device Manager not opening on Windows 11. Learn More
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