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If you encounter an error message in your Windows 10 Device Manager that states, “Windows cannot initialize the device driver for this hardware (Code 37)”, and you’ve been noticing some problems with your hardware, then read on as this post will give you suggestions that might help in fixing this problem.
You can see this error message under the General tab which is displayed in the windows of the Driver’s Properties. The “Windows cannot initialize the device driver for this hardware (Code 37)” indicates that the driver returned a failure when it was executed in the DriverEntry routine. To fix this issue, you need to follow the given options below.
Option 1 – Try to reinstall the driver
Reinstalling the driver might help you fix the problem. To do that, simply follow these steps:

  • Tap the Win + R keys to launch Run.
  • Type in devmgmt.msc into the box and tap Enter or click OK to open the Device Manager.

  • After that, a list of device drivers will be displayed. Look for the device driver you and then select “Uninstall device”. And if you find any “Unknown device”, you need to update it as well.

  • After that, unplug the device and restart your PC.
  • Then plug your device back in. Assuming your device is connected to your PC, open the Device Manager again.
  • Next, click on the Action button and click the Scan for hardware changes button. That should fix the problem.

Note: You could also completely uninstall the driver and go directly to the manufacturer’s website and download the latest driver for your hardware and then install it.
Option 2 – Try running the Hardware Troubleshooter
If option number 1 didn’t help fix the problem, you could run the Hardware Troubleshooter. How? Follow these steps:

  • Tap the Win + I button to open the Windows Settings.
  • Next, go to Update & security > Troubleshoot.
  • After that, click on the Run the troubleshooter button on your right hand side under Hardware and Devices.

  • Then all that’s left for you to do is follow the next screen options to get it to work.

Note: If the problem’s with your printer or keyboard, you can simply run the Printer Troubleshooter or the Keyboard Troubleshooter.
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