Device Manager

Karen928 · 7th February 2009

Hello Everyone!

Why does my Device Manager not show any hardware? I learned this while on the phone with family who was trying to help me get an MP3 player to work. He had me look at the Device Manager for hardware.....nothing comes up.

Thanks,
Karen

**Arie** · 7th February 2009

Have a look here: No Items Appear in the Device Manager List When You Open It

Karen928 · 8th February 2009

Thanks. I did what it said and it was already on automatic. Strange.

I am thankful for this site. As soon as I get some medical bills paid down (neck surgery 11/6) I'll support again.

Blessings!

**Arie** · 9th February 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karen928

Thanks. I did what it said and it was already on automatic. Strange.

So I guess that means device manager is still empty?

There's two other possibilities (that I know of):

1: Device Manager malfunctions after you install Windows XP Service Pack 2

2: Malware

For #2 you'd have to read this post, then post the requested log(s) in the Malware and Virus Removal forum.