If the Windows 11 recovery drive is not detecting the USB device, follow the solutions below. Check the 32 GB recovery image limitation Fully reset the USB using Diskpart Update chipset and controller ...

Update October 21, 05:08 EDT: Microsoft has released the KB5070773 emergency update to fix this issue. Microsoft has confirmed that this month's security updates disable USB mice and keyboards in the ...

The bug affects Windows 11 version 25H2 (2025 Update) users only when accessing WinRE – the diagnostic toolset used to troubleshoot boot failures. USB devices work normally in Windows proper. WinRE ...

Microsoft has released an emergency update to fix the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), which became unusable on systems with USB mice and keyboards after installing the October 2025 security ...

If you are unable to use the “Recover from a drive” option in Advanced recovery options and fix issues on your Windows PC, the following methods will help you fix the issue and recover your PC.