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[Solved] How to Fix Error occurred “A driver can’t load on this device” on Windows 10

Windows 10 users may get the error prompt with a detailed message A driver can't load on this device prevent devices from working properly on Windows 10 when a driver is installed manually whether through Windows Update or driver installation packages downloaded from manufacturer websites.

Error prompt with a detailed message "A driver can't load on this device"

Error prompt with a detailed message “A driver can’t load on this device”

Based on the KB4526424 published by Microsoft, stated that this error caused by the Memory integrity setting in Windows Security is preventing a driver from loading on your device. Follow the below resolution methods to resolve this error.

Content Summary

Solution 1: Reinstall Updated Driver
Solution 2: Turn Off Memory Integrity

Solution 1: Reinstall Updated Driver

Updated and compatible drivers may be offered via Windows Update or provided by manufacturers of the device.

Solution 2: Turn Off Memory Integrity

Step 1: Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Security > Device Security.

Step 2: Under Core isolation, selecting Core isolation details.

Core isolation details

Core isolation details

Step 3: Locate the Memory integrity setting on the page that opens and sets it to off.

Toggle Off Memory integrity feature

Toggle Off Memory integrity feature

Step 4: Restart the PC.

Source: Microsoft Security Support > A driver can’t load on this device

Alex Lim is a certified IT Technical Support Architect with over 15 years of experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex IT systems and networks. He has worked for leading IT companies, such as Microsoft, IBM, and Cisco, providing technical support and solutions to clients across various industries and sectors. Alex has a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the National University of Singapore and a master’s degree in information security from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He is also the author of several best-selling books on IT technical support, such as The IT Technical Support Handbook and Troubleshooting IT Systems and Networks. Alex lives in Bandar, Johore, Malaysia with his wife and two chilrdren. You can reach him at [email protected] or follow him on Website | Twitter | Facebook

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