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Code 6

Code Meaning: (Not applicable to Windows XP) Another device is using a resource that this device needs.

Recommended Resolution: Run msinfo32.exe to get more information on the conflict. Check the Resources tab to get details of the conflict. Refer to the hardware documentation and/or the manufacturer’s Web site for instructions on the correct values that need to be set manually. Clear the Automatic Settings checkbox, click the Change Setting button and input the values.

OR
Run the Update Driver Wizard and reinstall the driver or get an updated driver from the manufacturer.

AND/OR
Remove the device from Device Manager and reinstall it using Add Hardware Wizard.

Code 7

Code Meaning: (Not applicable to Windows XP) The drivers need to be reinstalled.

Recommended Resolution: Run the Update Driver Wizard and reinstall the driver or get an updated driver from the manufacturer. 

AND/OR
Remove the device from Device Manager and reinstall it using the Add Hardware Wizard.

Code 8

Code Meaning: (Not applicable to Windows XP) Windows cannot load the basic device loader file that loads the device driver, or it is missing or corrupt, or a software value for the device is missing or corrupt.

Recommended Resolution: Run the Update Driver Wizard and reinstall the driver or get an updated driver from the manufacturer.

AND/OR

Remove the device from Device Manager and reinstall it using the Add Hardware Wizard.

Code 9

Code Meaning: (Not applicable to Windows XP) The BIOS is reporting the resources for this device incorrectly and the Windows Registry is invalid.