Are USB unplug events logged in Windows 7? (When was my mouse stolen?)

As an IT administrator, it is important to keep track of all events that occur on the computers you are responsible for. In particular, it is important to track when devices such as USB mice are unplugged from a computer. This can be useful in identifying when a device has been stolen or otherwise removed from the system.

Fortunately, Windows 7 has the capability to log such events. By default, Windows 7 will log when a USB device is unplugged from the system. To access these logs, you will need to open the Event Viewer. To do this, open the Start Menu, type “Event Viewer”, and then select the result.

Once you are in the Event Viewer, expand the “Windows Logs” section and select “System”. This will show all events related to the system, including when USB devices are unplugged. Look for events with the source “USBSTOR”. This source indicates that a USB device was unplugged.

The Event Viewer will also show other useful information such as the time and date that the device was unplugged. This can be useful in determining when a device was removed from the system. Additionally, you can use the Event Viewer to identify what device was unplugged. Each event will include the name of the device. This can be useful in identifying the specific device that was removed.

In addition to the Event Viewer, there are other methods of tracking USB device unplug events. Some security programs can be configured to alert you when a USB device is unplugged. Additionally, some USB devices may be configured to alert you when they are unplugged. This type of alert can be very useful in identifying when a device has been stolen or otherwise removed from the system.

In conclusion, Windows 7 has the capability to log when a USB device is unplugged from the system. To access these logs, open the Event Viewer and look for events with the source “USBSTOR”. The Event Viewer will show the time and date that the device was unplugged, as well as the name of the device. Additionally, security programs and USB devices can be configured to alert you when they are unplugged. This can be useful in identifying when a device has been stolen or otherwise removed from the system.