widows provides updates on items I don't possess.
widows provides updates on items I don't possess.
A few months back I owned a steel series mouse but it wasn't long before it stopped working because it was defective. When I used it, I only plugged it in and didn't install any software. Windows keeps sending updates for the mouse, even though it isn't listed in the hardware or device manager, so why does Windows still think I have it?
Maybe a look in the Registry would help.
For most users, it's better to avoid the Registry altogether.
Editing it should only be done as a final option, after making sure you have a complete system backup—including the Registry.
If possible, try a straightforward search in the Registry using regedit and the "Find" tool.
Look for entries related to "Steelseries" or similar details about the mouse model.
The goal is simply to browse and check, not to alter anything.
And remember to save a backup before proceeding.
I checked their absence and also searched all three AppData folders.
Maybe a look in the Registry would help.
For most users, it's better to avoid the Registry altogether.
Editing it should only be done as a final option, after making sure you have a complete system backup—including the Registry.
If possible, try a straightforward search in the Registry using regedit and the "Find" tool.
Look for entries related to "Steelseries" or similar details about the mouse model.
The goal is simply to browse and check, not to alter anything.
And remember to save a backup before proceeding.
well done... i located it and it's marked as driverpackagelds. i didn't delete it.
Use the right mouse button on that key or tab to export to a location.
Remove and verify if it's gone, ensuring no updates remain and no further issues appear. Then proceed with that export.
If updates continue or problems persist, double-click the export and merge.
My thought is to leave well enough alone.
Thus far "no harm, no foul".
Good chance that you could do some edit (as above) to stop the updates but there could be adverse consequences later on.
Make note of what you found and where - maybe a screenshot or two of the applicable Registry entries.
Set aside and let it go.
Solution thus being to just let Windows have its' way and keep reinstalling the updates.