how to fix accidently deleted usb port uninstall

Question

Hi, I accidently uninstalled a USB port and I'm looking at how to reinstall it. Also how do I see USB Ports in Windows 11? thanks

Answer 1

To reinstall a USB port that you accidentally uninstalled, follow these steps:

1. Physically reconnect the USB device: If you uninstalled a USB device, unplug it and then plug it back in. This can prompt Windows to recognize and reinstall the device automatically.
2. Use Device Manager:
   • Press Windows + X and select Device Manager from the menu.
   • In Device Manager, click on the View menu and select Show hidden devices.
   • Expand the Universal Serial Bus controllers section to see if the USB port is listed.
   • If you see the USB device listed with a warning icon, right-click on it and select Uninstall device. Then, restart your computer, and Windows should automatically reinstall the driver.
3. Scan for hardware changes:
   • In Device Manager, click on the Action menu and select Scan for hardware changes. This will prompt Windows to search for any connected devices and reinstall the necessary drivers.

To see USB ports in Windows 11:

• You can access the USB ports through Device Manager as described above. Additionally, you can check the Settings app:
  • Go to Settings > System > About and scroll down to see the connected devices.

These steps should help you reinstall the USB port and view the connected USB devices in Windows 11.