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Lenovo Loq Legion BIOS: after turning on the secure boot, it doesnt turn on anymore

Hello, how are u guys?Already glad if anyone halps me. I have a lenovo loq legion, 15IRH8, 16 gb ram, rtx 2050, SSD 516 i believe. I was playing valorant, and then i followed the lenovo vantage sugestion for updating my BIOS. After that i got the nasty…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-14T01:31:22.1+00:00
Lucca Gobatto 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Documentation for Earliest Versions of Direct3D

I am wondering if the original documentation for the earliest versions of Direct3D are available anywhere on the Internet? I already have the https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/classic-directx-graphics link which provides documentation as…

Windows API - Win32
Windows API - Win32
A core set of Windows application programming interfaces (APIs) for desktop and server applications. Previously known as Win32 API.
2,746 questions
asked 2025-03-13T20:42:16.23+00:00
Matthew Armshaw 41 Reputation points
edited the question 2025-03-14T01:17:46.04+00:00
Minxin Yu 13,011 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
9 answers

OneDrive Shared Folders no longer functioning in Windows File Explorer

I access my work files via a Shared Folder in OneDrive. Previously, I was able to access and interact with the shared folder within my Windows File Explorer. About 2 weeks ago, the shared drive in my File Explorer started malfunctioning. Now when I click…

OneDrive
OneDrive
A Microsoft file hosting and synchronization service.
1,322 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2024-06-24T05:52:52.5133333+00:00
Wendy Gordon 180 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-14T01:15:02.2833333+00:00
Todd Franzen 10 Reputation points
24 answers

Upgrading to Windows 11 24H2 causes remote desktop connections to Windows 7 machines not to show graphics correctly.

After having upgraded Windows 11 to 24H2, the remote desktop connections to machines that use Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008R2 do not show graphic content correctly. Returning to the previous Windows 11 version (23H2) has resolved the problem. No…

Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,740 questions
asked 2024-10-03T09:25:51.5866667+00:00
Alessandro Cipriano 205 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-03-14T00:42:37.86+00:00
Rob 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Where has the time gone in my pop-out calendar via the taskbar?

Hi there, My PC has seemingly installed the "2025-03 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 22H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5053606)" and in doing so has removed the clock/time that used to be shown when click such in the corner of the taskbar.…

Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
1,980 questions
asked 2025-03-13T14:57:10.17+00:00
librarianbadger 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-14T00:31:13.1933333+00:00
Dkay 0 Reputation points
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HEIC and MOV files not working in Photos App

Hello, I want to view .HEIC and .MOV files from my iPhone 16 Pro on Windows 11 Home PC in its native Photos app (syncing with iCloud photos). I have the HEIF Image Extension, and I purchased the $0.99 HEVC Video Extensions. Sadly, neither works and there…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-14T00:12:32.37+00:00
Lukas 0 Reputation points
0 answers

How to fix PC restarting while gaming? Kernel Power 41, No BSOD

While playing easy games like League of Legends, it runs fine. I while playing slightly graphic games like Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero, which are by the same publisher which could be important, I can play from 3-10 minutes before my PC…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T22:20:51.7733333+00:00
Dylan B 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2025-03-14T00:04:58.1133333+00:00
Alison A 900 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
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SMB Authentication Issue on Windows with New Microsoft Account Password

Hello, I’m facing an issue with SMB sharing on Windows that doesn’t recognize the new password for my Microsoft account. I’d like your help to resolve this. Below, I’ll describe the problem, the environment, and the troubleshooting steps I’ve already…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T23:52:13.79+00:00
Guilherme Fischer 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Microsoft Surface BSOD and stuck in Repair mode

I have a microsoft surface computer purchased 11/22. Recently, it suggested an update. After clicking update, the computer has been giving bluescreen. It says "preparing automatic repair" but nothing happens. I've gotten 2 codes: stop code…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T23:48:56.2833333+00:00
Janna Kimel 0 Reputation points
5 answers

Login of 1 account into WS 2022 results in enumerating all accounts' Groups? (ID 4798)

Hey all, • New AWS instance running Windows Server 2022 Datacenter (21H2) Ran into a problem on a new server (AWS instance), running Windows Server 2022, where when I login (via Remote Desktop) as a user (Administrator, or otherwise), the login process…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,726 questions
Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,726 questions
asked 2024-09-27T21:31:02.19+00:00
J_at_Adatasol 21 Reputation points
answered 2025-03-13T23:31:35.38+00:00
J_at_Adatasol 21 Reputation points
5 answers

Login of 1 account into WS 2022 results in enumerating all accounts' Groups? (ID 4798)

Hey all, • New AWS instance running Windows Server 2022 Datacenter (21H2) Ran into a problem on a new server (AWS instance), running Windows Server 2022, where when I login (via Remote Desktop) as a user (Administrator, or otherwise), the login process…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,726 questions
Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,726 questions
asked 2024-09-27T21:31:02.19+00:00
J_at_Adatasol 21 Reputation points
answered 2025-03-13T23:31:35.38+00:00
J_at_Adatasol 21 Reputation points
0 answers

Help with Kiosk Mode Setup - USB Access for Camera and Scale via RS232 Cable

Hello, I'm trying to set up a Windows device in kiosk mode, but I need it to maintain access to USB ports for a usb camera and a scale that is connected via USB to RS232 cable. I've attempted to use Hexnode to create a kiosk account, but this approach…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T23:05:35.0633333+00:00
Dylan Harper 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Get message (interactive windows station required) when trying to update of load printer drivers. windows 11

When trying to update printer drivers or load drivers from printer manufacture the message (interactive windows station required) appears, this happened after upgrading to windows 11. I have run all the DISM and sfc fault finding program no errors,…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T22:25:07.8033333+00:00
pete becker 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Tracert requests all timing out for one specific server

Hey, I was recommended this forum from the official microsoft forums - So I've been having this issue for about 6 months now since I moved to a new address and switched networks from Virgin Media to Sky. The issue is with major packet loss to a specific…

Windows Network
Windows Network
Windows: A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
844 questions
asked 2025-03-08T10:53:21.8566667+00:00
Kyle Grady 0 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-13T22:24:07.3166667+00:00
Geoff McKenzie 390 Reputation points
1 answer

Windows 11 Pro - need very accurate time

guys - I have a surveillance workgroup computer with some 3rd party apps that use Windows time and hence I need the time to be accurate down to the second. Currently it's off by 2-3 seconds and gets in sync when I do a manual sync. I saw these…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-12T21:10:30.18+00:00
Jake Sokol 101 Reputation points
edited an answer 2025-03-13T21:58:46.6866667+00:00
Darrell Gorter 2,391 Reputation points
1 answer

In Windows11 how can I search for files?

I have just installed Windows11 on my PC but cannot search files. The answer I get is: "No items match your search".

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-13T20:33:09.3566667+00:00
Enny Wunatall 0 Reputation points
answered 2025-03-13T21:48:00.76+00:00
Darrell Gorter 2,391 Reputation points
8 answers

Can't remove printers previously deployed by Group Policy Printer Deployment

Back in the good old days, before PrintNightmare patches in 4Q21, we pushed printers out by Group Policy Printer Deployment. (Clarifying: Not with Preferences, but with Policies, using the Print Management MSC.) At the site I'm working on now, they were…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Printing: Printer centralized deployment and management, scan and fax resources management, and document services
698 questions
Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Printing: Printer centralized deployment and management, scan and fax resources management, and document services
698 questions
asked 2023-04-28T20:22:02.22+00:00
JRV 551 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-13T21:46:04.2266667+00:00
spug 51 Reputation points
8 answers

Can't remove printers previously deployed by Group Policy Printer Deployment

Back in the good old days, before PrintNightmare patches in 4Q21, we pushed printers out by Group Policy Printer Deployment. (Clarifying: Not with Preferences, but with Policies, using the Print Management MSC.) At the site I'm working on now, they were…

Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Printing: Printer centralized deployment and management, scan and fax resources management, and document services
698 questions
Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
5,819 questions
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server Printing
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Printing: Printer centralized deployment and management, scan and fax resources management, and document services
698 questions
asked 2023-04-28T20:22:02.22+00:00
JRV 551 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-13T21:46:04.2266667+00:00
spug 51 Reputation points
0 answers

Printer Error - 0x00000002 When Connecting to a Network Printer on a Laptop Running Windows 10

Getting an error message when trying to connect to a network printer: Printer Error - 0x00000002 The laptop is running Windows 10. Other users on the same Network are able to print, except for one. I've restarted the print spooler multiple times,…

Windows 10 Network
Windows 10 Network
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
2,397 questions
asked 2025-03-13T21:29:09.7533333+00:00
Abihudi, Nathan 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2025-03-13T21:31:08.26+00:00
Abihudi, Nathan 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Recent issues for many of our users using Snipping Tool - not creating snip/damaged files, closing unexpectedly.

We have reports for several users about Snipping Tool not working properly beginning a couple of days ago and the number of reports continues to increase. Not seeing any discussions of known issues with the most recent update, but seems like likely…

Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
11,067 questions
asked 2025-03-07T14:05:50.55+00:00
Shannan Shapiro 76 Reputation points
commented 2025-03-13T20:47:04.77+00:00
Shannan Shapiro 76 Reputation points