Windows 7 is one of stable operating systems in the market. However, users are complaining that Devices do not work when working on Windows 7. Few peripherals including mouse, graphics cards and monitors may encounter issues with Windows 7.
In some cases damaged registry keys create problem for operating system. Sometimes antivirus program may block proper installation of necessary drivers.
Below are outlined few steps to help you resolve Windows 7 device don't work issue.
Mostly antivirus program is scanning on the backend. This may block proper installation of necessary drivers. To fix this problem, temporarily turn off antivirus software when you are updating device drivers. Use only one stable security program on your computer.
Secondly run Windows update. This automatic update mechanism would help you resolve driver issues.
Only few people know that registry may the root cause of problems similar to drivers not working on Windows 7. Windows registry is database where operating system stores all related hardware and software configurations. Information in Windows registry is stored in form of keys and codes know as registry entries. What happens is that when we uninstall programs from system then these programs left behind hidden traces. These traces are not detected by security programs. So, when we install new software then registry keys are overlapped with old invalid traces which cause operating system not to communicate with device properly.
To fix devices not working on Windows 7 problem, it is recommended that you use some good registry cleaner on your computer.
Another solution for Windows 7 devices not working is to install drivers in compatibility mode. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Right Click on driver installation .exe file.
2. This file may be "setup.exe". Right Click on it and go to its Properties.
3. Click on Compatibility tab.
4. Now you have to enable Compatibility Mode.
Also try installing drivers in admin mode. Follow these steps:
1. Right Click on driver installation file (for example, setup.exe).
2. Select "Run as Admin" and proceed with installation.
3. Done.
If you want to prevent from Windows-7-devices not working issues, a recommended solution is Intel Software Partner, RegInOut.