Windows 10: Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop

Discus and support Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi,Windows 11 is convinced that my desktop computer is a laptop, and that it isn't plugged in. This prevents me from turning on HDR and other important... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by MichaelKirsch2, Jan 26, 2022.

  1. Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop


    Hi,Windows 11 is convinced that my desktop computer is a laptop, and that it isn't plugged in. This prevents me from turning on HDR and other important performance features. How do I change things so it understands that it is a desktop and is always plugged in? Please let me know if there is additional information that you need to help answer this question. Thanks very much.

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    MichaelKirsch2, Jan 26, 2022
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  2. YOU
    You Win User

    Thinking about Going back to Win8.1


    If want to disable IE, still can. However, can't uninstall it like were able to in XP/98/whatever.
    Here's how, although I find it useful in case Chrome or Firefox stops working and have to re-download it. *Wink
    1. Search for turn windows features on or off and click it in the search results.
    • Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop [​IMG]
    2. When the app opens, uncheck Internet Explorer 11.

    • Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop [​IMG]
    3. Click Yes on the warning dialog.
    • Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop [​IMG]
    4. Click OK.
    • Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop [​IMG]
    5. Restart for the changes to finish.
     
  3. jdz7t8 Win User
    Buying a new laptop or desktop for gaming [help]

    I want to buy either a new laptop or a new desktop for gaming. I want to run games smoothly and maybe even use it for some ps2 emulation. Could someone suggest either a laptop or desktop? I heard Alienware is expensive and over-rated. I was also told Sager laptops are good for gaming. I have about $1000-$1500 to spend on a new machine. Initially I was going to get a laptop but it seems like I would be able to get a more powerful desktop for the same price or less. Please advise. Please suggest a model/brand [desktop/laptop] that I could purchase because I don't think I know enough about computers to build one from scratch.
     
    jdz7t8, Jan 26, 2022
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  4. karyeowl Win User

    Windows 11 thinks my desktop is a laptop

    Laptops cannot access desktops via WIFI

    I have 3 desktops (all on Windows 10 1803) connected on my LAN. After following this forum for some times and did all the steps as suggested by forum member, access denied, all my desktops are able to view and access one another. I have a printer connected to PC1, and managed to connect all the other 2 PCs to have the shared printer.

    I also have 2 more laptops (both Asus with the same Windows 10 1803) connected via WIFI. Performed all the same steps as per the desktops, but I was not able to access PC1. I was able to view all the 3 desktops from the file explorer, but I just can't access all the desktops. However, I was able to access the Asus laptops from desktop PC1.

    Anyone able to assist on this matter? Any assistance is highly appreciated.
     
    karyeowl, Jan 26, 2022
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