ERROR_NOT_SAME_DEVICE

Error code 17 is displayed on ones system if hardware cannot get the appropriate drivers to function, and have tried checking them on the parent device’ files without success.

ERROR_NOT_SAME_DEVICE also indicates that the new hardware has multiple functions and that the .inf device files are providing unacceptable information to guide the hosting device on how to manage the new hardware devices’ resources. To resolve the error code 17, one should remove the hardware from the system and replace it and run the ‘add new hardware’ wizard.

The second reason for the error code 17 may be the fact that the hardware drivers are outdated. When this happens, the hardware is not recognized by the system and cannot work as desired until a new version of updated drivers is installed. The drivers can be obtained form relevant websites, but if the user cannot find them, he/she should contact the manufacturer for an updated version of the .inf files.

If this code is encountered during internet use, the error indicates that the MySQL server has encountered a problem while deleting a data base directory. It may also signify that the server was trying to create a temporary file that already exists in the systems alter table configuration. MySQL is a relational database common in web applications. The database has a component that executes commands based on the MySQL database. It also uses supporting and administration utility software to carry out instructions offered by the user. To rectify this problem, the user needs to check if the server has the permission to delete database directories.

To get rid of the error code 17, the user also needs to check if his/her directory ahs any files that are not created by MySQL server. If this is not the issue, the next step should be to browse the database directory noting any files that has A- and B- at the beginning. These files should be deleted. The error could also be because of a virus attack. System users who have no firewall installed in their system are more prone to malware and spyware attacks. If this is the case, the viruses may have altered device drivers or even one’s internet settings. To get rid of this error and ensure that the system is functioning optimally, and also increase the system’s stability, one should ensure that he/she has updated internet security and anti-virus software.