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How to Delete Copy Drivers

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Article Number000007270
TitleHow to Delete Copy Drivers
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Issue

Windows will create a copy driver if a previously installed printer is reconnected using a different USB port. This is because Windows assume this is a new printer, and so the driver is duplicated. This can cause stability issues in Brady Workstation, such as the inability to launch applicatons. 


Resolution

Copy drivers can be deleted from the Device Manager screen. 


Requirements

Administrative rights are required, you may need to contact your IT administrator to perform these steps


Deleting Copy Drivers

Note: You cannot uninstall a device that is currently in use or has a print job stuck in the queue. You must first clear the print queue and disconnect the printer. If you run into issues performing these steps, see the articles linked at the bottom. 

Go to the Start Menu > Type "Device Manager" and hit enter

Expand "Print Queues"

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Go to View > Select "Show Hidden Devices"

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Right click the hidden copy driver, choose "uninstall device" 

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Click "Uninstall"

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Repeat these steps to remove additional copy drivers as needed




See Also

Printer Drivers - Full Driver Removal
Printer Drivers - Troubleshooting Driver Removal


 
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