devcon disable *net* devcon enable *net*
devcon [/?] [/r] [/m:\\<computer>] <command> <arguments> devcon.exe
devcon status * | find /i "non-operational" devcon disable *net* devcon enable *net* devcon [/
devcon install %SystemRoot%\inf\usbprint.inf "USBPRINT\Hewlett-PackardHP_La6B5E" devcon.exe
devcon is a classic "power user" utility that still works well, but it is gradually being superseded by PowerShell. Keep it in your toolkit for emergency recovery and simple scripts, but plan to migrate to PowerShell for long-term projects. Report prepared on current Windows administration practices. Last reviewed: 2026.