Computer doesn't recognize thumb drive

[Ernie Lane]

When I insert my USB drive into my (XP Pro) computer, it doesn't
recognize it (ie., no drive icon in Explorer).

If I insert it into a coworker's computer, it works as expected.

Any idea why?

[Cymbal Man Freq.]

"Ernie Lane" > wrote in message

> When I insert my USB drive into my (XP Pro) computer, it doesn't
> recognize it (ie., no drive icon in Explorer).
>
> If I insert it into a coworker's computer, it works as expected.
>
> Any idea why?

Try it in a USB 1.1 slot, if any exist. It will likely work there.
USB 2.0 ports are probably corrupted thanks to Win XP.

[bionicthumb]

If you are trying to connect your thumb drive to a computer at your place of
work then the problem may be due to a lack of permissions. You may not have
administrative access to your workstation while your coworker does.


"Ernie Lane" wrote:

> When I insert my USB drive into my (XP Pro) computer, it doesn't
> recognize it (ie., no drive icon in Explorer).
>
> If I insert it into a coworker's computer, it works as expected.
>
> Any idea why?
>