Thus, we will explore some common reasons device driver software fails to install and provide solutions to resolve the issue. Alternatively, you can read about how to update driver packs on Windows 11 PC.

Why is device driver software not successfully installed?

Several factors are responsible for device driver software not being successfully installed. Some common reasons are:

Device not recognized – Windows operating system automatically downloads generic driver software for devices when plugged in. Thus, unrecognized by the system, it impedes the driver’s download. Conflict with other software – Interference from other software installed on the system, like the Windows Defender, may affect the installation of the device driver software, preventing it from being installed or causing system instability. Compatibility issues – the newly plugged-in device may meet your system minimum requirements, affecting your system download of the Device drivers.

These reasons differ on different PCs. Hence, we will discuss general fixes to resolve the error as we go further.

What can I do if the device driver software is not successfully installed?

Apply the following before proceeding with any advanced fixes:

Disconnect and reconnect the device to your system. Remove unnecessary devices. Scan a virus scan on your computer and check if the error persists.

If these preliminary checks do not resolve the issue, you can proceed with the following advanced troubleshooting.

1. Checks the manufacturer’s websites

Checking the manufacturer’s webpage will help to find and download the appropriate device drivers.

2. Update the driver via Device Manager

The device manager helps to view and control the hardware attached to the computer and update the driver. Check our guide about how to reinstall devices in Devices Managers Windows.

3. Update driver using Windows update

Windows update allows users to fix errors or bugs and update drivers to improve the performance of the Windows components. You can read about ways to diagnose and fix Windows Update not loading on your computer.

4. Update the driver with third-party software

Using third-party apps could be the last resort if the above steps fail to resolve the issue. In this regard, different apps allow you to install device drivers on your computer. You can search and download the best third-party apps for your PC. Check our guide about the best driver update software for your device. In addition, you can read about how to fix Windows encountered errors installing the driver. Also, you can check our guide about fixing issues with users unable to install drivers. If you have further issues, kindly drop them in the comments section.

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