Front USB Port Is Not Working: Here’s How to Enable It

Most times, USB port damage is the cause of this issue

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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There have been reports from some of our readers that their USB ports suddenly stopped working on the PC. This has been a significant issue since the USB ports allow you to charge, transfer data and connect to other peripheral devices.

Hence, we will discuss fixing issues with the front USB not working on Windows 11. Alternatively, you can read abouthow to fix USB ports not workingin Windows 10.

Why is the front USB port not working?

The front USB ports not working Windows can occur for the reasons listed below.

These factors vary depending on the situation and your devices. Regardless, we’ll guide you through how to get your USB ports working again.

What can I do if the front USB port is not working?

Apply the following quick steps before proceeding with advanced troubleshooting:

You can proceed with the advanced solutions discussed below if the issue persists.

1. Update the Windows driver

Updating outdated drivers will fix outdated USB drivers causing the USB ports not to work when accessories like a mouse and keyboard are connected.

If the above steps fail, take a look athow to update driver packs on Windows 11in this guide.

2. Check the USB port with the Device Manager

It helps to troubleshoot hardware issues interfering with how ports work on your device. Hence, this should fix the front USB port if it’s not working on your PC.

3. Scan for Hardware changes

The above process will scan and resolve issues will undetected USB ports and devices. Alternatively, you can check our guide torunning hardware diagnostics on Windows 10, which can also help fix USB ports not working.

4. Check the power settings

The above method will help fix battery performance settings that could affect the USB 3.0 front port not working or detecting peripheral devices. You can further read about thebest power efficiencytweaks in Windows 11.

In addition, you can readhow to fix a USB device if it’s not recognizedin Windows. Also, check our guide on ways tofix USB drives detected but not accessibleon your device.

Should you have further questions or suggestions on this guide, kindly leave them in the comments section.

Front USB Port Is Not Working: Here’s How to Enable It#

Why is the front USB port not working?#

What can I do if the front USB port is not working?#

1. Update the Windows driver#

2. Check the USB port with the Device Manager#

3. Scan for Hardware changes#

4. Check the power settings#