How to Fix USB device or Flash Disk / drive problems

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:42:37 EST

Nowadays, most external devices are conveniently connected to a computer using the USB ports.eg USB keyboard,USB mouse,memory stick,external harddisk,USB modem,flash disk,playstation devices etc. Some USB devices like flash drives should only be removed after stopping it, otherwise the USB device may be damaged and data lost. It is recommended to connect USB to the portsusing USB cables; otherwise forcing USB to the port will cause USB damage. Sometimes, the USB device is not recognized by the computer due to a number ofreasons.

How to fix USB device problems :
1. Check if the USB device is properlyconnected. Many times, if the contact between the connectors is evenslightly lose, the device may not be detected. Check if the internalconnectors to the motherboard are fixed properly.

2. Many USB devices work on the computer power supply, but a few have aseparate power supply. In such cases, ensure that the USB power supply isswitched on after making suitable connections.

3.Device drivers are usually provided separately on a CD, though some USBdevices work with the default drivers available with Windows. The devicedrivers must be installed on your computer . Check for the latest versions ofdevice drivers on the manufacturers website. Also ensure that the latest devicedrivers for your motherboard are installed.

4. Uninstall the USB device through device manager. Switch off thecomputer, unplug the USB device Check if the latest device drivers areinstalled and and restart the computer. Windows will automaticallyinstall the device drivers. Connect the USB devices again.

5. Many times USB devices, especially pen drives are faulty. In such cases,get a new device as a replacement from the manufacturer, if the productis under warranty.

6. Try connecting the USB device in Windows Safe Mode. If the device worksproperly in safe mode, but not normally, there may be a problem with somesoftware installed on your computer.

7. Some times, you may have USB 2.0 hardware ports which are detected as USB1.0 because of the Operating System Installed. Windows XP supports USB 2.0 onlyfrom Service Pack 1 onwards, so for older versions of Windows you may face thisproblem.

8. If the screws or internal adhesives detach and the USB nose plays in and out(loose). Then attach the USB to a USB cable permanently. You can also open upthe flash disk and add more adhesive or tighten the screw. Avoid using much force when pluggingin USB to the computer Ports.

9. Run antivirus scan every time you connect a unfamiliar flash disk to your computer. It may have a virus or malware. you can get free anti-virus now.

10.Use Data recovery software to get lost data from your USB drive.

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How to Fix USB device or Flash Disk / drive problems