flash card reader I/O error (win XP)

[zipdrive]

i've recently upgraded mobo, cpu and memory.
done a fresh install of win XP pro and SP1

when trying to use my card reader, i get the "removable
disk" on My Computer, but trying to access it yields
an "f: is not accessible... I/O error".
1. the thing worked fine previously
2. any other USB device works pefectly
3. there are no drivers to try and uninstall/reinstall as
this is a "generic device"

can anyone help?

 

[dev]

zipdrive said:

I've recently upgraded mobo, cpu and memory.
Done a fresh install of win XP pro and SP1

When trying to use my card reader, I get the "removable
disk" on My Computer, but trying to access it yields
an "f: is not accessible... I/O error".
1. The thing worked fine previously
2. Any other USB device works pefectly
3. There are no drivers to try and uninstall/reinstall as
This is a "generic device"

You tried unplugging the card reader, waiting 10 seconds or so, then
plugging it back in?

 

[zipdrive]

yes, of course, and also restarting a few times.
same thing every time