Taskhost is stopping ... device install reboot required

Anonymous
2017-10-30T15:28:09+00:00

I have done a clean install of Windows 10 1709.  System, including on board USB, works fine until I plug into the motherboard connectors with external USB devices - card reader, front side usb ports.  Then when I go to windows, Cortana box and Start menu and task bar are inoperable.   When I shut down, I get the Taskhost is stopping..... message.

Have done the clean install several times and also did System File Checker.

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  1. Anonymous
    2017-12-31T20:09:56+00:00

    I have the same problem. Is MS working on a fix?

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  2. Anonymous
    2017-12-25T23:50:13+00:00

    We appreciate the information that you've provided, Seppe. We suggest to proceed with performing a clean boot first. This will only isolate any software conflicts and will not remove any files. When you start Windows by using a normal startup operation, several applications and services start automatically as well and then run in the background. Programs such as basic system processes, antivirus software and system utility applications running together at the same time in the background can trigger software conflicts.

    Let us know how it goes after performing the suggested steps.

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  3. Anonymous
    2017-12-23T11:52:56+00:00

    Hi, 

    I currently have windows 10 home 64bits (10.0, build 16299)

    I did not recall making any changes prior to the issue. Windows and drivers are up to date. 

    There are no viruses. I will send a screenshot of I get it again and if it'll alow me to take one ;).

    I did not really tried any troubleshooting programs or steps yet. Restarting did nothing. 

    Do you need an DxDiag file? 

    And I do not lose anything with a clean reboot right? 

    Thnx for the help, 

    Seppe

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  4. Anonymous
    2017-12-23T01:12:27+00:00

    Hi Seppe,

    This issue with Taskhost may occur due to a corrupted or broken system file component. To isolate this concern, kindly answer the following:

    • Which build and version of Windows 10 are you using?
    • Did you recall making any changes prior to the issue?
    • Can you send us a screenshot of the exact error message that you're getting when using your computer?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

    In the meantime, we suggest that you follow the previous troubleshooting we've provided in this thread regarding performing a clean boot. Also, you may check if your computer is up to date by following the instructions listed here.

    For any results, just send us a reply.

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  5. Anonymous
    2017-12-22T23:45:54+00:00

    Hi, 

    I have the same problem. It came outta nowhere. I've not got any updates lately or installed something new (beside games) 

    I don't know what this is, why and how to solve it. 

    Have you been able to fix it? If yes, how? 

    This really sucks. 

    Regard, 

    Seppe

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