Vista Wierd Driver Problem...

[Krazy_About_Technology]

This Issue happens, When Vista 's Driver Database is Corrupted. It fails to recognize new devices and install the drivers automatically..

The most common Culprit is Nokia PC Suite. The Driver CD usually will usually contain some outdated version, So Make sure you install only the latest versions of PC Suite.

You have to rebuild Vista's Driver Database.

Follow these steps carefully

1. Boot from your Vista DVD and Click on "Repair your computer".
2. Open "Command Prompt". Enter C:
3. Enter CD \Windows\INF
4. Enter the following commands exactly
DEL DRVINDEX.DAT
DEL INFPUB.DAT
DEL INFSTOR.DAT
DEL INFSTRNG.DAT
DEL INFCACHE.*
DEL SETUPAPI.*
5. Reboot


I suggest you write down these commands on paper before you try. Be carefully while deleting, making a mistake may leave your Vista Unbootable.


Your comments are welcome..

Hey thanks buddy! thats something worth noting. I was not aware of this issue. Thats the real power of these forums!

Cheers Everyone!

 

[raptorz]

This is quite a common issue in Vista, as many people try to install older drivers that are not made for vista..

It would be of help, if the mods made this thread sticky..