Windows Device Manager Code 1 — Device Not Configured
About Windows Device Manager Code 1
Windows Device Manager Code 1 means the device has no drivers installed or the drivers are not configured correctly. This guide covers everything you need to know about this topic, including common causes, step-by-step solutions, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Here are the key things to understand: This device is not configured correctly. (Code 1). Windows found the device but cannot use it. Driver may be missing or incorrectly configured. Usually simple to resolve with driver update. Understanding these fundamentals will help you diagnose and resolve this issue more effectively.
The most common reasons this occurs include: Driver not installed for the device. Wrong driver installed. Driver installed but not configured. Windows could not automatically configure. Identifying the root cause is the first step toward finding the right solution.
To resolve this, follow these recommended steps: Right-click device > Update Driver. Download correct driver from manufacturer. Uninstall device and let Windows rediscover it. Check device manufacturer website for latest drivers. If these steps do not resolve the issue, consider consulting additional resources or a qualified professional.
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Quick Answer
Is this different from Code 28?
Code 1 means wrong configuration, Code 28 means no driver at all.
Overview
Windows Device Manager Code 1 means the device has no drivers installed or the drivers are not configured correctly.
Key Details
- This device is not configured correctly. (Code 1)
- Windows found the device but cannot use it
- Driver may be missing or incorrectly configured
- Usually simple to resolve with driver update
Common Causes
- Driver not installed for the device
- Wrong driver installed
- Driver installed but not configured
- Windows could not automatically configure
Steps
- 1Right-click device > Update Driver
- 2Download correct driver from manufacturer
- 3Uninstall device and let Windows rediscover it
- 4Check device manufacturer website for latest drivers