Fix USB-C Problems in Windows 10

USB-C overview

With a USB-C connection, you can charge your Windows 10 PC, and you can also connect to other USB Type-C devices such as mobile phones, docking stations, display adapters, and other devices that have a USB-C port.

Unfortunately, some combinations of hardware and software may cause problems. If this happens, you may get a notification that there’s something wrong with the USB-C connection. We’ve provided some tips below to help you fix things.

And if you want to change whether you see notifications about USB issues, here’s how:

1. Select the Start  button, then select Settings > Devices > USB.
2. Select or clear the Notify me if there are issues connecting to USB devices box.

Here are some USB-C notifications you might receive if there’s a problem:

• You might be able to fix your USB device
• Slow USB charger connected
• PC (or phone) isn’t charging
• The USB device might not work
• USB or Thunderbolt device functionality might be limited
• Display connection might be limited
• These two PCs (mobile devices) can’t communicate
• Use different USB port
• USB device might not be working properly
• Unsupported USB audio adapter