How to fix
Usbport.sys Blue Screen
on Windows

Hello. Earlier today I encountered a Usbport.sys Blue Screen in Windows. What could have caused it?

Blue Screen errors[ref en-1] can be a nightmare for Windows users. Usually, they appear seemingly out of nowhere and interrupt users' work. If the progress of whatever people were doing was not saved, it gets lost. So, if Blue Screen errors are tormenting you frequently, you should take care of the issue as soon as possible.

BSODs can appear for a variety of different reasons. The most worrying part is that Blue Screen errors can be a symptom of a bigger problem - hardware issues. If you experience these crashes often, there is a chance that you may have to bring your device to a repair shop.

Recently, some users reported that they encounter a Usbport.sys Blue Screen in Windows. Usbhub.sys is a system driver file for the Default Hub Driver. The Universal Serial Bus (USB) hub is a device used to expand a USB port into various gateways to allow multiple devices to connect.

The error message signals that this crash may be caused by malfunctioning hardware or a damaged device driver. On a more positive note, it is possible that your keyboard or mouse drivers[ref en-2] are outdated and they just need updates. In this guide, you will find 3 steps that should help you fix Usbport.sys Blue Screen in Windows.

Keep in mind, that the manual troubleshooting process can be lengthy. We recommend you try out a maintenance tool like [d1]. It can fix most system errors, corrupted files, and registry[ref en-3] issues. Otherwise, follow the step-by-step instructions below.

Method 1. Check Disk

Ensure that your disk is not damaged. You can perform checks using Administrative Command Prompt:

• If you are using an HDD as your main driver (where your operating system is installed - C: by default), use the following command and press Enter:
  chkdsk c: /f
• If you are using SSD, use this command:
  chkdsk c: /f /r /x

• If you receive an error, type in Y and hit Enter
• Restart your device to perform the check

Method 2. Perform System Restore

System Restore allows users to reverse a Windows system to a previous point before any issues started occurring.

• Go to the search bar and type Create a restore point
• Click the System Restore button
• Select Choose a different restore point and click Next

• Select a date for restore before the issue occurred, then click on Next
• Enter your password if asked and follow the on-screen steps to choose a restore location
• Reset your device

Method 3. Update Keyboard and Mouse Drivers

• Press the Windows key + X, select Device Manager, and open it
• Go to the Universal Serial Bus controllers category or USB Root Hub category

• Double-click on it and check for the unrecognized devices
• Right-click on USB hubs one by one and select the Update Driver option
• Press on the option to Search automatically for drivers
• Wait for Windows to look for updates; if available, it will be updated in the background
• Restart your PC to apply the changes
• You can also use a dedicated utility like [rev id="DriverFix"]. It can find the best drivers for your device automatically and install them