Device configuration not saving

4.5

Changes you make to system or hardware settings are lost as soon as you close the settings window.

Symptoms
  • Settings revert to default
  • No "Apply" button response
  • Error on save
Possible Causes
  • Read-only config file
  • Permission issues
  • Corrupted user profile

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Run as Administrator

Open the settings app or control panel with administrative rights.

2

Check File Attributes

Ensure the configuration files in AppData are not marked as "Read-only".

3

Create New User Profile

If the profile is corrupted, settings often fail to write to the registry.

When to See a Technician

If BIOS settings won't save, your motherboard's CMOS battery may be dead.

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