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How To Access Device Manager From the Command Prompt in Windows Vista

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Access Device Manager From the Command Prompt in Windows Vista - Device Manager in Windows Vista

Device Manager in Windows Vista

A really quick way to access Device Manger in Windows Vista is from the Command Prompt. Just type a quick command and Device Manager starts right up!

Follow these simple steps to access Device Manager from the Command Prompt:

Note: Not comfortable working with commands? Luckily there are several ways to access Device Manger in Windows Vista.

Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: Accessing Device Manger from the Command Prompt in Windows Vista takes less than a minute
Here's How:
  1. Click on the Windows Vista Start button.

  2. Type the following command in the search box, and then hit the Enter key.

    devmgmt.msc

    Device Manager will display immediately.

  3. That's it! Now you can use Device Manager to update device drivers, view the system resources your hardware devices are using, etc.

Tips:
  1. Not a Windows Vista user? See How to Access Device Manager in Windows for links to steps specific for your operating system.

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