USB port not working in Windows 11

A USB port is an important part of almost every modern computer. It allows us to connect hardware to our PC.

Sometimes a USB port in Windows 11 no longer works, which may cause you some inconvenience. This problem can occur for several reasons, including hardware issues, driver issues, connection issues, or system errors.

There are some checks you should do before troubleshooting the problem in Windows 11. I recommend first checking whether the USB device you want to connect has power. In addition, try another USB port next. Make sure the USB connection works properly, check the USB device for damage to the USB port connection and thoroughly clean all parts of grease or dust.

If you are sure that the USB device works but not in Windows 11 then you can try the additional tips to check if this resolves the issue.

USB port not working in Windows 11

Restart PC

Sometimes restarting your computer can resolve USB issues as it allows the operating system to reset and reconfigure the USB controller and devices. When you restart your system, the operating system reloads all necessary drivers and initializes the USB controller and devices from scratch.

If the USB problem was caused by a software conflict or a system error, a restart may help resolve the problem. The restart process closes all running processes and clears system memory, which can help resolve temporary glitches that may have disrupted the USB devices. Once the system reboots, the operating system can reconfigure the USB devices and drivers, which can help resolve any USB port issues.

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Run System File Checker

SFC (System File Checker) is a built-in Windows 11 utility that helps you find corrupt or missing system files can have it scanned and repaired. It is designed to solve a variety of system-related problems, including problems with USB devices.

When you run the SFC utility, it scans your system files and compares them to a known good copy. If it finds any corrupt or missing files, it will replace them with a fresh copy of the Windows installation media. In case of USB issues, running SFC can help repair corrupt system files that are preventing your USB devices from working properly.

Open a Command Prompt as administrator. In the Command Prompt type the following command to start SFC.

SFC /scannow

Wait for the SFC process to complete and restart your computer. This may take a while. After this, start running DISM.

Run DISM

DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) is a tool in Windows 11 that can be used to repair and maintain system images. It is primarily intended to help diagnose and repair problems with the Windows operating system and its components, including USB drivers and services.

By repairing corrupt or missing system files, DISM can help resolve USB problems caused by software conflicts or system errors.

Open a Command Prompt as administrator. In the Command Prompt type the following command to start DISM.

dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

Change USB Root hub power settings

A USB Root Hub is part of the USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface that allows multiple USB devices to be connected to a computer. In Windows 11, the USB Root Hub is a driver that manages power between the computer and the USB devices connected to it.

It helps to adjust the USB Root hub settings so that the computer is not allowed to disable this type of USB device.

Right-click on the Start button. In the menu, click on “Device Management”. In Device management open the “Universal Serial bus controllers”.

Then double-click on “USB Main Hub (USB 3.0)”. Then click on the “Power Management” tab and uncheck the option “Allow the computer to turn off this device to save energy”.

Update Windows 11

Updating Windows 11 is something you should do periodically. If you are new If you are going to install updates, new drivers will sometimes be installed downloaded and installed. This may solve the USB port problem.

Windows updates may also include bug fixes for known issues with USB devices. If the USB problem was caused by a system error or software conflict, updating Help Windows to solve the problem.

In addition, updating Windows 11 can also help to improve the stability of the operating system, which can prevent USB problems in the future.

Read more about it here Windows update process.

I hope this helped you. Thank you for reading!