The complete issue notification is:

The last USB machine you connected to this computer malfunctioned.

and Windows does not recognize it.

Recommendation Try reconnecting the gear.

USB Device Not Recognized Popup

If Windows still does not recognize it, your machine may not be working properly.

Reboot your machine

2.

(Unplug it and then plug it again properly).

USB malfunction

The problem will be fixed after connected the USB machine directly to your machine.

Try different USB port

The next simplest solution is totry another USB port.

Sometimes the USB port gets loose due to heavy uses.

Reboot Windows 10

The problem should be fixed after that.

You may skip this step if you are not using a unit which uses the USB cable.

You should try another USB machine to diagnose where the problem is in computer or machine.

connect USB port properly

Re-install USB drivers

Re-load the USB drivers from the gadget manager.

Uninstall and then re-install USB drivers.Unfortunately, Windows has a history of sending out bad driver updates.

Driver updates may not be fixed with the latest round of OS updates.

stop using USB hub

Update Windows

The next step is to check for patches and updates to your Windows OS.

For example, a Windows 10 update could kill your sound or webcam.

This means that a WindowsUpdatemay sort out the issue.

Try different USB port

Apply System Restore

What if that doesnt work?

In these cases, Microsoft says it’s crucial that you use asystem restore point.

Your Windows 10 may even have the System Restore tweaks disabled.

change the USB cable

If all USB ports and USB devices generate the same error, theres a bigger problem.

reinstall the USB drivers

Windows Update

System Restore