How to Open Device Manager From CMD

To open the Device Manager From CMD, we use the devmgmt.msc command.

Open a command prompt, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter.

devmgmt.msc command
open device manager from cmd

If you want to open the device manager as administrator, open the CMD as admin, then run the devmgmt.msc command.

open the CMD as administrator

The devmgmt.msc command works on Windows 11, Windows 10, Server, or any previous version. You can also run the device manager msc command at the PowerShell or Run Dialog box.

open device manager from run dialog box
open device manager from run dialog box

Alternatively, right-click the Start button and choose Device Manager from the menu that appears.

right-click the Start button and choose Device Manager

This method is the quickest way to open the Device Manager and works on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Server operating systems.