Fix Error 39 Free--Step by Step Solution For Windows 7, Vista and XP

Error 39 in Windows 7, Vista and XP appears in PC due to missing drivers of a particular hardware or due to corrupt Windows Registry. Here is an error message that usually shows on computer screen:
"Windows cannot load the device driver for this hardware. The driver may be corrupted or missing. (Code 39)"

To fix error 39 follow the steps stated below:


Compatible with Windows 7, Vista and Windows XP


Re-Install Drivers

First thing to do in order to fix Windows error 39 is to uninstall the drivers of a hardware that is generating an error. To do so follow the steps below:

  • 1) Right click on My Computer
  • 2) Go to Properties
  • 3) Click on Device Manger located in a left panel
  • 4) Select the hardware creating the problem
  • 5) Uninstall its drivers
  • 6) Restart your PC
  • 7) On logon after restart Windows will automatically install the default drivers

Fix Registry Problems

Windows Error 39 may also appear due to 2 corrupt registry values UpperFilters and LowerFilters. You have to remove these values in order to fix the error. This can be done manually if you are an expert PC user. Alternatively use this Intel Software Partner tool for Registry Scan Here.

Update Device Drivers

If the error 39 in Windows 7, Vista and XP still appears after re-installing the drivers you need to update the drivers of a particular device attached to PC.

Latest drivers can be downloaded from manufacturer’s website if you know the manufacturer name and device model number otherwise open device manager and search for latest drivers.

Simple way of fixing registry problems is to download and install a System Utilities program that includes a Registry Repairing tool such as given below: