The error code 43 indicates one of two different problems for any hardware. Either the hardware has a fault that it is reporting to the driver or the driver itself is borked.
The error code 43 indicates one of two different problems for any hardware. Either the hardware has a fault that it is reporting to the driver or the driver itself is borked.
This most commonly occurs after running a Windows* Update that includes Wi-Fi or Bluetooth updates. A Code 10, 28, 43, or 45 error in Device Manager can occur when: Bluetooth cannot be enabled.
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In the hardware list, look for the device that is having factor issues (it will often have a working yellow exclamation mark next to it).
Select “Driver”, then “Update specific driver”.
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Select Start, then select Settings > Update and Security > Troubleshoot.
Incompatible hardware. Sometimes this reaction can be caused by connecting an incompatible accessory to the device.
reload. Before moving on to more complex solutions that take much longer, I strongly recommend that you restart your Windows laptop or desktop once.
Reconnect the hardware device.
Repair.
Reinstall drivers, update, reset.
Activate the device again.
Open “Device Manager”.
Right-click the driver and select Properties.
Go to Driver > Scroll Back Driver.
Solution 1 – Restart the Bluetooth service On your keyboard, press the Windows logo key and R at the same time to open the Run window.
Type services.msc and press Enter.
Right-click “Bluetooth Connected” (for example, “Bluetooth Hands-Free Services”, “Bluetooth Assistance Service”) and click “Restart”.
Once again, right-click on the specific Bluetooth service and then simply click Properties.
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Open the control panel. (If you don’t know how to access the Control Panel, see How to open the Control Panel.)
Click Show Larger Icons, then click Troubleshoot.
Click Hardware and Sound.
Scroll down and click Bluetooth.
In this case, click on the troubleshooter to run it.
After troubleshooting is complete, check if the underlying issue is resolved.
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