How to Fix Detection Verification Error in Device Manager?

When drivers on your PC are not working properly, you may get a Detection Verification error in Device Manager. Device Manager handles all the hardware and drivers on your PC and reports any issues encountered. A Detection Verification Error in Device Manager indicates that a driver is either missing or has an issue. 

If you have been facing this issue, you shouldn’t worry. This article will discuss troubleshooting steps to help fix the Detection Verification error in Device Manager. 

1. Update Windows to the Latest Version

If you have been facing this issue, then that can be due to outdated drivers. You should update the Windows to the latest version, which will also update your drivers. To update your Windows, follow the steps given below-

1. Open the Settings app by pressing the Windows + I key combo. 
2. Head to the Windows Update section from the left sidebar and click Check for updates.
3. You will see all the updates here, including cumulative and driver updates. Download and install the updates listed here. 
4. Once done, restart your PC and check if you are still facing the Detection Verification Error in Device Manager. 

2. Reinstall Drivers

Another method users can use to fix detection verification errors in Device Manager is to uninstall and reinstall the drivers causing the issue. The steps for the same are as follows-

1. Go to the Start menu, search for the Device Manager and open it.
2. Look out for drivers with an exclamation mark or any warning sign here. 
3. Right-click on the driver and then click on Uninstall Device. Confirm uninstalling the device.
4. Once you’ve done this, restart your PC to reinstall the drivers. This should most probably fix the issue you’ve been facing. 

3. Redownload The Driver 

Another way to fix this issue is by checking for the driver behind the issue, redownloading it, and installing it on your PC. To do so, follow the steps given below-

1. Press Windows + X key combo and then click on Device Manager.
2. Here, look out for drivers with an exclamation mark (!).
3. Right-click on the driver, and then click on Properties. 
4. Under the Details tab, copy the Value. Hardware IDs are the hardware’s name or model.
5. Search for the hardware on the internet and download the appropriate drivers from here. 
6. Once done, install the driver, which should fix the issue. 

4. Perform System Restore

If the issue persists, you should perform a System Restore. Many times, the issue is caused by tweaks or changes made to your system. By performing a system restore, you can revert the changes made to your PC.

You will need a restore point to continue ahead with this step. To perform a system restore, follow the steps given below-

1. Press the Windows key, search for Create a restore point and open it.
2. Now, click on the System Restore option, and then click on Next.
3. Select the restore point from here. Click on Scan for affected programs to check what programs will be installed and uninstalled.
4. Click on Next to continue ahead. 
5. Now, follow the on-screen instructions to perform a system restore. 

5. Reset PC

If none of this helped, then you should try resetting the PC. This will clear all your settings and fix the Detection Verification error in Device Manager. Below are the steps to reset the PC-

1. Press Windows + I key combo and this will open the Settings app. 
2. Under the System tab, click on the Recovery option.
3. Now, click on the Reset PC button.
4. You will get two options now- Remove Everything and Keep My Files.
   • Keep My Files- This will remove all the apps and settings but it will keep all your personal files intact. 
   • Remove Everything- This will remove everything including your files, apps, and settings. 
5. Select any of the two options as per your preference and follow the on-screen instructions to reset the PC. 
6. Once done, set up your device and see if the issue is still encountered or not. 

Conclusion

This article explains various troubleshooting steps to help fix Detection Verification errors in Device Manager. The issue is caused due to problematic drivers, so reinstalling or updating the drivers should fix the issue.

If that doesn’t help, you can reset your PC, which will most probably solve the issue. We hope this article helps fix the issue you have been facing.