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This document contains instructions on how to start Device Manager for Microsoft Windows 10 and 11.

Applicable Brands

• ThinkCentre
• ThinkStation
• ThinkVision
• ThinkPad
• Idea Tablet
• ideapad
• ideacentre

Operating Systems

• Microsoft Windows 10
• Microsoft Windows 11

Solution

For Microsoft Windows 10/11, use the following instructions to start Device Manager:

Method 1:

• Press and hold the Windows key and the X key and a menu will display.
  
• Device Manager will appear in the menu. Click Device Manager.
  
  Note: The picture shown above is for Windows 10.

Method 2:

• Right-click the Windows icon located on the far left of the Taskbar.
• Device Manager will display in the menu. Click Device Manager.
  

Method 3:

• Press and hold the Windows key and the R key to open it.

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• Type devmgmt.msc and click OK.

  

Method 4:

Search for and select Device Manager.

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