{"id":23739,"date":"2021-08-04T12:37:43","date_gmt":"2021-08-04T12:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=23739"},"modified":"2025-04-01T12:08:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T12:08:14","slug":"fix-intel-management-engine-interface-driver-code-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-intel-management-engine-interface-driver-code-10\/","title":{"rendered":"Fixing Intel Management Engine Interface Driver Code 10"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Intel Management Engine Interface (IMEI) is a built-in driver that allows communication between your device’s OS and the IME firmware. The driver activates some specialized\/dedicated features on your motherboard, allowing you to control your PC remotely. It also works for a computer that\u2019s powered off or doesn\u2019t have an operating system installed. However, when your IMEI driver fails, you lose access to its functionalities. Instead, you get a question or yellow exclamation mark when you view the driver from the Device Manager. Now, when you open its properties, you’ll see the Error Code 10. It is often accompanied by a message that says, “This device cannot start. (Code 10).” Do you want to learn how to fix Intel Management Engine Interface issues? If so, keep reading.<\/p>\n

What Is the Code 10 Error in the Device Manager?<\/h2>\n

The Code 10 error appears when the Device Manager cannot start a piece of hardware due to corrupted or outdated drivers. It’s a general error message that pertains to unspecified hardware or driver issues. It can appear on any Windows version, including Windows 7, 8, or 10. It\u2019s common to removable devices, and it occurs when Windows fails to run a piece of hardware like a flash drive or printer. If the IMEI problem led to the Error Code 10, you need not worry. Fortunately, we\u2019ve compiled available solutions to the \u201cIntel Management Engine Interface device cannot start\u201d error. Let\u2019s examine them one after the other.<\/p>\n

How to Fix the Intel Management Engine Interface on Windows 10<\/h2>\n
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    Reboot Your PC<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This is a basic troubleshooting step that clears many simple computer issues, including Code 10 errors. All it takes is a simple restart. What’s more, it saves you the time and energy needed to try out other advanced methods. Always take this basic troubleshooting step before trying out the more advanced ones. Simply restart your PC and try accessing the device again. If the error message reoccurs after this, try the more advanced troubleshooting steps below.<\/p>\n

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      Run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Windows has several automated troubleshooters that help solve various issues. An example is the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter. It helps resolve driver-related problems, so it’s worth giving a try whenever you run into the error code 10 issue. However, Microsoft has removed this utility from its Troubleshoot menu on Windows 10. Luckily, you can access the utility via the Command Prompt or PowerShell. Follow the steps below to access the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter using the Command Prompt or PowerShell:<\/p>\n