Connecting a USB device to a Windows 10 computer, laptop, or tablet doesn’t always go according to plan. Sometimes Windows 10 won’t recognize the USB at all, while other times it can frustrate you with all sorts of error messages.

USB connection errors, like the infamous Code 43 error, can have a variety of causes, ranging from outdated software and drivers to faulty hardware and devices. It can often be difficult to determine what problem a USB device is having when you’re trying to connect it to your Windows 10 device, so it can be a good idea to run through potential fixes until you get the device working properly again.

Here are some effective solutions for USB connection problems in Windows 10.

Restart your Windows 10 device. It’s a bit of a cliché, but turning your Windows 10 computer or tablet off and back on often fixes issues related to hardware device detection.