Usb multicard reader problem.

[Marco]

Hi there.
I have this kind of problem: I have an usb 2.0 multicard reader.
Installed the first time, my xp pro added many new removable drives.
One day they disappeared and now it is impossible to see them again.
I tried to change the usb but there were be no results. I can hear the sound
that means that and usb was plugged, but the drives doesnt appear.
I tired the card reader on my laptop but it's full working.
Anyone can help me?
THANKS!!!
marco

 

[Abhilash Tibrewal\(MCSA\)]

Hi Marco,

You may need to reinstall the USB ports. To reinstall the USB port, you have
to first uninstall the USB port and then reinstall it. Perform these steps
to uninstall the USB port:

1. Save and close all programs that are currently running. (Also disocnnect
all USB devices from computer, except keyboard and mouse)
2. Click Start, select Shut Down, and choose Restart the computer.
3. Press the F8 function key or the Ctrl key when the computer is
booting(before the Windows logo). This will display the Windows Startup
menu.
4. Select option 3 to load Windows in Safe mode.
5. After Windows loads in Safe mode, right-click the My Computer icon
and select Properties.
6. Select the Hardware tab and click the Device Manager button.
7. In the Device Manager Window, double-click the Universal Serial Bus
controllers.
8. Right-click the device listed under Universal Serial Bus controller
and select Uninstall.
9. Click OK to confirm the removal of the device.

NOTE: Repeat steps 8 and 9 until all the devices under Universal
Serial Bus Controller are removed.

The USB port is now uninstalled.

Now, restart the system. The system will automatically detect and reinstall
the USB port. Now connect the multicard reader and check.