What is USB Composite Device error code 38 in Windows 10/8/7?
In this post, we are going to discuss on How to fix USB Composite Device error code 38, USB not working code 38 in Windows 10/8/7. You will be guided with easy steps/methods to resolve the issue. Let’s starts the discussion.
‘USB Composite Device error code 38’: It is common Windows Problem considered as USB device connection issues. When you open Device Driver properties of the device in Device Manager utility that is causing USB connection issue, you may experience ‘USB Composite Device error code 38’ error that indicates that is some issue with a USB device connection and/or USB device driver relating the device driver that is causing issue. Let’s take a look at error message:
“Windows cannot load the Device Driver for this hardware because a previous instance of the Device Driver is still in memory (Code 38).”
This issue can be occurred possibly if the previous instance of the device driver is still in memory. Every time a device is used, the driver is loaded into memory, and then unloaded. The error may occur if OS loads the unwanted driver or fails to unload the driver. This issue can also be occurred if obsolete version of driver is still installed on Windows computer, USB drivers might not be updated, and interference of third-party software installed in your computer. Let’s go for the solution.
How to fix USB Composite Device error code 38 in Windows 10/8/7?
Method 1: Fix USB not working code 38 with ‘PC Repair Tool’
‘PC Repair Tool’ is easy & quick way to find and fix BSOD errors, DLL errors, EXE errors, problems with programs/applications, malware or viruses issues, system files or registry issues, and other system issues with just few clicks.
Method 2: Download and install USB Composite Device Driver Update in Windows PC
One possible way to fix the issue is to update USB Composite Device Driver to latest & compatible version in order to fix the issue. To do so, you need visit the hardware manufacturer’s official site in your browser, search and go for your device model and download & install latest USB Composite Device driver from there in your computer. Once updated, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Download or reinstall USB Composite Device Driver update in Windows PC [Automatically]
You can also try to update all Windows drivers including USB Composite Device driver in Windows PC using Automatic Driver Update Tool. You can get this tool through button/link below.
Method 3: Uninstall and reinstall USB Controller Drivers
Another possible way to fix the issue is to uninstall and reinstall USB Controller drivers in your computer.
Step 1: Open ‘Device Manager’ in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and expand ‘Universal Serial Bus Controllers’ category
Step 2: Right-click on first USB device and select ‘Uninstall Device’ to uninstall it. Repeat the same step to uninstall all other USB controller drivers in the list. Once done, restart your computer. Restarting computer will reinstall all missing drivers automatically in computer and then check if the issue is resolved.
Method 4: Check USB device hardware connection
This issue can be occurred due to improper USB device connection in computer. You can disconnect USB device that is causing error, and then reconnect it to correct port of your computer properly, and check if it works. You should also make sure USB device hardware is in working condition and if there is some USB device hardware issue, you need to fix it in order to resolve the error.
Method 5: Run Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter
Windows built-in Hardware and Devices troubleshooter can resolve the issue.
Step 1: Open ‘Settings’ App in Windows PC via Windows Search Box and go to ‘Update & Security > Troubleshoot’
Step 2: Find and select ‘Hardware and Devices’ troubleshooter, and click ‘Run the troubleshooter’ button and follow on-screen instructions to finish troubleshooting. Once done, check if the issue is resolved.
Conclusion
I am sure this post helped you on How to fix USB Composite Device error code 38, USB not working code 38 in Windows 10/8/7. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
