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The redundant drivers tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about removing unused or leftover driver files and registry entries that remain after a device is no longer connected. Common scenarios include drivers from printers, fax modems, or other hardware that was installed temporarily or during repairs. Users share methods for identifying these orphaned drivers, such as checking Device Manager for hidden devices and examining driver startup settings. The tag focuses on safely cleaning up driver storage without affecting system stability, often involving manual removal or specialized tools.
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Windows 7 How do I get rid of unused drivers?
You know how it is, you're the only person in the family who knows what's inside a PC, has a reasonable abilty to resuscitate a sick OS and the right tools to strip and rebuild a printer. Hence along the way I've ended up with drivers files in the drivers folder, entries in the registry, but no...- parishpete
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