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04-16-2025 11:49 PM
I have a touchscreen hp laptop. The touch screen isn't working. In the device manager a yellow alert in the 12C HID Device. I tried to disable it, uninstall it and restarted the pc. But the problem isn't solved. The properties of the 12C HID Device shows the following error:
This device cannot start. (Code 10)
A request for the HID descriptor failed.
Can you please help?
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04-18-2025 07:50 AM
Hi @HiteshSavani,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your touchscreen. The error you're seeing, "Code 10: A request for the HID descriptor failed," typically indicates a driver issue. Here are some steps you can try to resolve this:
1. Update or Reinstall the Driver:
- Open Device Manager (Press Win + X and select Device Manager).
- Locate the 12c HID Device under Human Interface Devices.
- Right-click on the device and select Update driver. Choose Search automatically for updated driver software.
- If updating doesn't work, right-click on the device and select Uninstall device. Confirm the uninstallation and restart your laptop. Windows should automatically reinstall the driver
2. Check for Windows Updates:
- Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and check for any pending updates. Install them and restart your laptop
3. Run Diagnostics:
- Restart your laptop and repeatedly press the ESC key until the startup menu appears.
- Press F2 to run diagnostics. If the touchscreen fails during diagnostics, it might indicate a hardware issue.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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VikramTheGreat
HP Support
04-18-2025 07:50 AM
Hi @HiteshSavani,
Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.
I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your touchscreen. The error you're seeing, "Code 10: A request for the HID descriptor failed," typically indicates a driver issue. Here are some steps you can try to resolve this:
1. Update or Reinstall the Driver:
- Open Device Manager (Press Win + X and select Device Manager).
- Locate the 12c HID Device under Human Interface Devices.
- Right-click on the device and select Update driver. Choose Search automatically for updated driver software.
- If updating doesn't work, right-click on the device and select Uninstall device. Confirm the uninstallation and restart your laptop. Windows should automatically reinstall the driver
2. Check for Windows Updates:
- Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and check for any pending updates. Install them and restart your laptop
3. Run Diagnostics:
- Restart your laptop and repeatedly press the ESC key until the startup menu appears.
- Press F2 to run diagnostics. If the touchscreen fails during diagnostics, it might indicate a hardware issue.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, as it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
VikramTheGreat
HP Support
04-22-2025 02:12 AM
The solution to run diagnostic worked and the laptop touchscreen responded well. But again, when I shut down the laptop, the touchscreen stopped responding. I tried to run the diagnostics once again. But this time touchscreen is not seen in the list of components in the diagnostics.
What could have gone wrong?
04-22-2025 02:43 AM
Hi @HiteshSavani,
Thank you for sharing that. I can sense how frustrating this must be, especially when it briefly works and then acts up again.
Please try a BIOS Restore and let me know what version of BIOS is running on the Pc.
BIOS Restore :
1) Shut down the computer, keep the charger plugged in
2) Hold down the Windows and B buttons together while the computer is still turned off.
3) Turn on the computer and continue to hold the Windows and B buttons until a BIOS Recovery screen appears.
4) Follow the on-screen instructions and click on OK.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, as it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
VikramTheGreat
HP Support
04-23-2025 08:19 AM
Hi @HiteshSavani,
That's wonderful to hear — thank you so much for the kind update! I'm really glad the solution helped you out.
Even without the "thumbs up" or "accept" option, your message means a lot — and it's more than enough 😊 If you ever run into any more issues, whether it's tech-related or just something you're curious about, feel free to reach out anytime.
Wishing you smooth sailing with everything going forward! 🙌
Please click “Accepted Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue; it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
Take care and have a great day ahead!
VikramTheGreat
HP Support