Check service start type
Possible reasons:
USBIPD utilizes TCP network port by default to establish a connection between Windows and WSL. If another application or a hung network process is holding onto this port, the USBIPD service will crash or refuse to start. Open PowerShell as an Administrator . Check service start type Possible reasons: USBIPD utilizes
While a reboot is the "sledgehammer" fix, try these precision fixes first to save time.
winget uninstall usbipd winget install usbipd While a reboot is the "sledgehammer" fix, try
When you use a usbipd command (like usbipd bind or usbipd attach ), the tool first checks if its core service is running. If it isn't, it produces this warning. The mention of a reboot is a standard suggestion, as restarting your PC typically starts all configured services. However, as many users have discovered, .
Navigate to the following key in the left sidebar: The mention of a reboot is a standard
You do not need to reboot if you can start the service manually.
Ensure both and Public checkboxes are ticked to prevent local loopback blocking. Click OK to save and apply changes. Summary Troubleshooting Checklist Verification Command Resolution Service Stopped Get-Service usbipd Start-Service usbipd Port Conflict netstat -ano | findstr :3240 Kill competing PID via Task Manager Outdated Software wsl --version Run wsl --update & install latest GitHub MSI Privilege Block Launch PowerShell using "Run as Administrator"