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The drivers file on Windows would be removed, potentially affecting device functionality.

The drivers file on Windows would be removed, potentially affecting device functionality.

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Killerhunter
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09-29-2023, 10:24 AM
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Deleting the drivers file on Windows would likely cause issues, but it wouldn’t automatically reload default drivers on the next boot. The system might reinstall them during startup, depending on settings and updates.
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Killerhunter
09-29-2023, 10:24 AM #1

Deleting the drivers file on Windows would likely cause issues, but it wouldn’t automatically reload default drivers on the next boot. The system might reinstall them during startup, depending on settings and updates.

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wiigamer9
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10-01-2023, 03:56 PM
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What kind of drivers you're referring to? Motherboard drivers or something else?
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wiigamer9
10-01-2023, 03:56 PM #2

What kind of drivers you're referring to? Motherboard drivers or something else?

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10-02-2023, 08:41 PM
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Which driver is being used?
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iiSweeTzz
10-02-2023, 08:41 PM #3

Which driver is being used?

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demizio1
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10-08-2023, 04:47 PM
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Directory structure on the system shows drivers located at that path.
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demizio1
10-08-2023, 04:47 PM #4

Directory structure on the system shows drivers located at that path.

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RaviVoetbal
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10-25-2023, 03:26 PM
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Consider testing it and seeing how it works. Share your thoughts once you're done rebuilding. Keep in mind, the second option is a proper method to reload a driver in Windows. The first approach isn't recommended.
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RaviVoetbal
10-25-2023, 03:26 PM #5

Consider testing it and seeing how it works. Share your thoughts once you're done rebuilding. Keep in mind, the second option is a proper method to reload a driver in Windows. The first approach isn't recommended.

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djholbach
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10-25-2023, 04:47 PM
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These are the methods Windows employs. Removing them would likely eliminate any backup options available.
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djholbach
10-25-2023, 04:47 PM #6

These are the methods Windows employs. Removing them would likely eliminate any backup options available.

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LupusGladiator
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11-03-2023, 04:48 AM
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It wouldn't allow you. What you believe gives you complete access on your device isn't true.
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LupusGladiator
11-03-2023, 04:48 AM #7

It wouldn't allow you. What you believe gives you complete access on your device isn't true.

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Toddybad
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11-07-2023, 04:10 AM
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Windows has enough intelligence to prevent the removal of essential files without significant adjustments.
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Toddybad
11-07-2023, 04:10 AM #8

Windows has enough intelligence to prevent the removal of essential files without significant adjustments.

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umizou1393
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11-07-2023, 11:50 AM
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This came from a recovery stick, so I think I could manage permissions and remove files. Thanks for the details. I experienced a BSOD that wouldn’t resolve, couldn’t access Windows to uninstall a driver—most people blame a graphics driver—but I was curious if deleting the sys32 driver file would help. Also, I had to clear the Windows app folder because it prevented system restore from working.
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umizou1393
11-07-2023, 11:50 AM #9

This came from a recovery stick, so I think I could manage permissions and remove files. Thanks for the details. I experienced a BSOD that wouldn’t resolve, couldn’t access Windows to uninstall a driver—most people blame a graphics driver—but I was curious if deleting the sys32 driver file would help. Also, I had to clear the Windows app folder because it prevented system restore from working.

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