If successful, you’ll see:
USB/IP (USB over IP) allows USB devices connected to one computer to be accessed over a network. The project implements this for Windows, enabling WSL 2 (Windows Subsystem for Linux) to use USB devices like flash drives, Arduino boards, or RF dongles. If successful, you’ll see: USB/IP (USB over IP)
The service is designed to start automatically, but you can force it to run via the app: Press Win + R , type services.msc , and hit Enter. Look for USBIP Device Host in the list. Right-click it and select Start . If it’s already running, try Restart . Pro Tip: Ensure the "Startup type" is set to Automatic . 2. Reinstall Using Winget (Recommended Fix) If successful, you’ll see: USB/IP (USB over IP)