Uncover hardware that the Windows XP Device Manager hides

For administrators and help desk techs, one of the most challenging hardware troubleshooting issues in Windows XP is the fact that the Device Manager hides non-Plug and Play devices as well as non-present ghosted devices. This can make it hard to pinpoint hardware conflicts involving such devices. Instead of pulling your hair out, learn how to configure Windows XP so that these devices are no longer automatically hidden. This sample hack from O'Reilly's Windows XP Hacks explains how.



Title: Windows XP Hacks, 2nd Edition
ISBN: 0596009186
Published: February 2005
Author: Preston Gralla
Chapter: Hack 116: Uncover Hidden Hardware with the Device Manager
Published by O'Reilly