Windows Vista - Tuesday, January 1, 2008 10:16 - 0 Comments

Disabling device found popups

How to disable annoying popups for new device detection in Vista.

When Windows Vista finds new hardware has been added to a system or a new device has been detected, a popup balloon appears to notify you, even if no other response is required from the system’s user. You can disable this annoying popup by editing Local Group Policy as follows:

1. Type gpedit.msc in the Start Search box and hit Enter.

2. Click Continue when the UAC prompt appears.

3. Navigate to the following policy location:

Computer ConfigurationAdministrative TemplatesSystemDevice Installation

4. Enable the following policy setting:

Turn off “Found New Hardware” balloons during device installation

Article written by MyComputerAid.com