Being able to connect USB devices plays an important role when it comes to using your box.

So its inconvenient any time Windows shows the Not enough USB controller resources error.

If this has happened to you, keep reading.

A Windows error

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Well look at why Windows displays the error and how you’re able to fix it.

Why Do You Get the Not Enough USB Controller Resources Error?

When this happens, the affected USB gear might malfunction or stop working entirely.

Hardware and Devices troubleshooter

The error doesnt indicate amalfunctioning USB portbut simply tells you that youve reached the number of EndPoints available.

To get rid of it, go through the solutions below.

Use the USB 2.0 Port

Theres no secret that USB 3.0 give you plenty of advantages over USB 2.0.

Uninstall USB driver

Connecting them through the 2.0 port will have no negative impact on their functionality.

This should bring up the Hardware and Devices window.

There, clickAdvanced, check theApply repairs automaticallyoption, and clickNextto launch the troubleshooter.

Right-click theStartbutton and selectDevice Manager.

Then, extend theUSB controllerslist and search for the drivers that includeHost Controllerin their name.

Right-click one of them, selectUninstall deviceand confirm the action in the pop-up window.

power cycle your gear, so Windows will automatically reinstall the USB drivers.

Alternatively, you coulduse a free driver updaterif an outdated or corrupt driver is causing the error.

But if you constantly run into the same problem, Bluetooth devices might save you the headache.