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== Windows 8.1 Freezes when Scanning for hardware changes == When trying to run "Scan for hardware changes" in Device Manager, the entire computer will freeze. Mouse and keyboard input will not work and restarting the computer is the only way to unfreeze it. '''Solution<ref>https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_8-performance/windows-8-freezes-when-running-scan-for-hardware/0c00b8d7-6b65-4f92-af2e-6df6f8d952ae</ref>''' # Press Alt + X on your keyboard # Click Command Prompt (Admin) # Type or copy and paste this command: bcdedit /set disabledynamictick yes
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