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device manager freezes in XP pro

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by guy west

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Whenever I try to open device manager in XP pro, it freezes while opening. It begins to open but the list never populates and the hourglass won't go away, and it can only be shut down is from task manager. The only way it will open is in safe mode. Any suggestions?

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by rcom

There is a problem like this caused by USB devices (cameras.)

The problem it's supposed to be fixed in Service pack 1. If you haven't, install the service pack.

Closely follow all the instructions when downloading and installing this type of major operating system update.

by guy west

I've SP1 installed. I've had recently reinstalled XP and device manager had been working after that, then all of a sudden started freezing up with a white screen.

by an_it_guy

Was any hardware added recently to the pc? If so, remove it and check.
It is good to install Service Pack every time u install some new hardware to your pc.
Try and let us know.

by guy west

No new hardware. I've SP1 installed. I've had recently reinstalled XP and device manager had been working after that, then all of a sudden started freezing up with a white screen.

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