Troubleshooting Intermittent USB Problems

Most intermittent USB problems in Windows XP can be resolved by turning the power saving feature of the USB Hub OFF.

(1) Look at the hardware properties of your computer.


Expand the "Universal Serial Bus Controllers" + Sign


RIGHT CLICK on the first "USB Root Hub", then LEFT CLICK on PROPERTIES


Click on the "Power Management" tab


Uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power"


Click on "OK"


Repeat these steps for each "USB Root Hub" listed under "Universal Serial Bus Controllers"


B.K.H

09-07-07 10:31:54 AM