Windows 10 has a number of new features, but we can't ignore the problems. Many people face problems in Windows 10 from day one. Immediately after upgrading to Windows 10, hardware drivers cause most of the problems.
The last in the line of Windows 10 problems is Generic PnP monitor problem. Many people have complained that after upgrading their computer to Windows 10, Windows does not recognize their monitor.
Clearly this is a driver problem. But it can also be related to hardware or cable issues. If you are also facing this problem then there is nothing to worry about. We will help you solve this problem using our methods. Go ahead and follow the methods, one by one, until the problem is solved.
PnP stands for plug and play. When you connect a PnP hardware, it starts working without having to install any drivers. When you see a generic PnP monitor in Device Manager, it means Windows was unable to recognize the device.
When this happens, Windows installs a generic monitor driver for it. This doesn't always work for the monitor as the driver may not work with the hardware. This leads to tracking problems.
Follow the methods to solve the problem.
Solution 1: Update the generic PnP monitor driver
The most useful method that has worked for multiple users is to update the driver. The problem is most likely caused by the driver. So, with this method, we will update the monitor driver. Follow the steps to do this.
Step 1. Right-click on the file Start menu and select Device administrator.
Step 2. When the Device administrator the window opens, expand the file Monitor option. In the Extended Monitor menu, right-click Monitor PnP generico. Select the Update Driver context menu option that opens.
Step 3. After the last step, a dialog box will open. Here, select the first option, Automatically searches for updated driver software. This will automatically download and install the driver from the Internet.
4 Phase. When the driver is installed, restart your computer. If Windows cannot find and install the driver, follow the next step.
Step 5. Go back to step 3 and this time select Look for the driver software on my computer.
Step 6. Now select Let me choose from a list of device drivers on my computer.
Step 7. Check the box next to it Show compatible hardware to view supported devices. Here, select your compatible device and then install it.
Step 8. After installing the driver, restart your computer.
This should fix the problem. If the problem persists, follow the next method.
Solution 2: Update the video card driver
Many times the problem is with the graphics card driver, which causes problems with the monitor. So, with this method, we will update the graphics card driver. Follow the steps to perform this method.
Step 1. Right-click on Start menu and select Device administrator.
Step 2. When the Device administrator the window opens, expand the file Video cards option. In the expanded Display Cards menu, right-click the graphics card. Please select Update Driver context menu option that opens.
Step 3. After the last step, a dialog box will open. Here, select the first option, Automatically searches for updated driver software. This will automatically download and install the driver from the Internet.
4 Phase. When the driver is installed, restart your computer.
If your computer has an integrated graphics card, repeat this method for the other graphics card as well.
If Windows cannot find updated driver software on the Internet, visit the computer manufacturer's website or the graphics card manufacturer's website. Download the latest driver from there and install it.
This should fix the problem. If the problem persists, follow the next method.
Solution 3: Uninstall the generic PnP monitor driver
Driver rollback sometimes helps with monitor issues. So in this method we will uninstall the generic PnP monitor driver. Don't worry, Windows will recognize it as new hardware and automatically install the drivers. Follow the steps to perform this method.
Step 1. Right-click on the file Start menu and select Device administrator.
Step 2. When the Device administrator the window opens, expand the file Monitor option. In the Extended Monitor menu, right-click Monitor PnP generico. Please select Uninstall device context menu option that opens.
Step 3. When prompted for confirmation, select Uninstall.
4 Phase. Now click Check for hardware changes.
After the last step, Windows will recognize and install the monitor as a real monitor and not a generic PnP monitor.
If the problem is not solved and the problem persists, please follow the method below.
Solution 4: Run System File Checker
System File Checker in Windows works like an automatic troubleshooter. It looks for damaged system files and problematic drivers, then restores / repairs them. Follow the steps to perform this method.
Step 1. Go to Cortana and type Symbol of the system. Right click on Symbol of the system give the results and select Run as administrator.
Step 2. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Log in.
sfc / scannow
Step 3. Wait for the SFC to scan and troubleshoot. This can take up to 15 minutes, so be patient.
When the process is complete, the problem should be resolved.
If this method didn't work for you, try the next one.
Solution 5: Check for Windows updates
Microsoft periodically releases Windows updates, which fix a number of bugs and errors in Windows 10. Then go to settings Y Look for updates. If there are any pending updates, download and install them. It might solve your problem.
Fix 6: reconnect the monitor
If you are using a desktop computer, this method may help you. Follow the steps to perform this method.
Step 1. Turn off your computer and monitor.
Step 2. Now you need to remove the power cord from the monitor. Do not reconnect for at least 10 minutes.
Step 3. Disconnect the video cable from the CPU and wait 5 minutes.
4 Phase. Now connect the video cable to the CPU and the monitor power cable.
Step 5. Restart the computer.
This should fix the problem.
We look forward to helping you solve this problem. If any other method worked for you, or if you have any questions about this issue, mention it below in the comments.
