HOWTO: Fix Windows 7 MCE remote that is not working

Windows 7 MCE remote not working after tinkering with EventGhost? Here is a quick fix to restore your MCE remote functionality.

1. Uninstall EventGhost
2. In device manager - remove the MCE Remote from Human Interface Controls (uninstall hardware)
3. Unplug USB IR
4. Reboot
5. Plug in USB IR
6. Reboot again

Your MCE remote should be working now. 

Cheers,

Source:

http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/windows/en-US/9d41abf1-ebb8-4923-bc88-a427ec9883e8/windows-7-mce-remote-not-working?forum=w7itpromedia