How to Fix Code 31?

 

What is Code 31?

 

Code 31 indicates “This device is not working properly because Windows cannot load the drivers required for this device”.

The problem deals directly with the device attached to your computer, not the computer’s operating system. Many people have been annoyed by this code. Maybe you have wondered if this code can be fixed.

In this article, we will introduce several ways for you to completely solve this problem.

 

How to Fix Code 31?

 

Solution One:  

There is an efficient way to solve the problem. Use smartpcfixer to help you fix it automatically.

SmartPCFixer™ will help identify and fix Windows’ invalid registry entries. By running Scan & Cleaner as part of scheduled maintenance, it will keep your PC from freezing or frequent crashes . Using it will reduce the probability of you getting a “blue screen”, program not responding or lock up.

 

How to Fix code 31 with Smartpcfixer?

 

1.Download and intall Smartpcfixer below. Double-click Smartpcfixer and choose Scan & Clean, you can see Registry Cleaner. Press it and clean your registry completely.

2.You should allow the cleaning process to repair all registry errors, including the error.

3.Restart your system.

 

Solution Two: Fix it manually.

1.Click the “Start” button and then click “Control Panel.”

2.Click “System and Security” located under System and then click “Device Manager.”

3.Click the device you want to update and then double-click its name.

4.Click the “Driver” tab and then click “Update Driver.” Enter your administrator password or provide confirmation, if prompted. If you still see the Code 31 error, continue.

5.Visit the Microsoft Automated Troubleshooter website and run the “Mr. Fix It” diagnostic test.