Computer say one of the usb devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned

Original title: LYNDA CROSKILL

Why my computer says one of the usb devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and windows does not recognize it when I try to install a new printer? I use windows 7

a few suggestions here:

http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-hardware/USB-device-not-recognized-in-Windows-7/8106a712-A13E-4ca5-b82e-c3961cc254b1

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    tried already everything written here. When I plug my USB device (3 of them) my Windows a sad of the USB devices attached to this system has malfunctioned, and windows does not recognize it. I tried plugging it into another winXP machine, it won't work. Can you help me?

    Original title: usb malfunction

    His salvation,

    Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community Forum.

    1. What are the troubleshooting steps you have tried so far?
    2. If it works much earlier? If so, did you do changes on the computer before this problem?
    3. What type of USB device you are using?

    As you mentioned that the USB device does not work when plugged into a WinXP machine, it may be a problem with the device itself. In addition, the question may also arise if the currently loaded USB driver has become unstable or damaged or if your PC requires an update for problems that could conflict with a device USB and Windows.

    Therefore, I suggest you try the following methods (skip the ones that you already tried) and check if the problem persists.

    Method 1:

    Please try the fixit (s) provided below which will help you solve common problems associated with devices and USB ports.

    If method 1 does not work, try Method 2.

    Method 2:

    Remove and reinstall all USB controllers.

    1. Open Manager devices by clicking the Start button, click Control Panel, click system and security, and then, under System, clicking Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
    2. In the list of the categories of equipment, locate and expand Bus USB controllers.
    3. Right-click every device under the Bus USB controllers node and then click Uninstall to remove them one at a time.
    4. Restart the computer and let the USB controllers get reinstalled.
    5. Plug in the removable USB device and test to make sure that the problem is solved.

    If the problem persists, go to method 3.

    Method 3:

    This method will install the latest drivers from device to your USB device.

    1. Click the Start button, type Windows Update in the search box, and then click Windows Update in the results pane.
    2. Click find updates. When the scan finished, click optional review updates.
    3. Click the check box next to the update, and then click install updates.
    4. If you are prompted, read the license agreement, then click I agree.
    5. Follow the instructions on the screen to download and install updates.
    6. If you are prompted, restart your computer.

    More information: Update a hardware driver that is not working properly

    If the device fails after updating the driver, you can try to roll back the driver with its previous version.

    Restore a driver with its previous version

    Hope this information is useful. If the problem still persists, please post back for further assistance, we will be happy to help you.

  • Error USB 'one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned'

    Original title: Problem USB on Vista 32 bit.

    I have a 32-bit vista when I pug anything anyone posts USB the same message comes up saying one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and windows does not recognize it. Can someone please advise?

    Hello
     
    Method 1:
    Hardware devices do not work or are not detected in Windows
    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/hardware_device_problems/en-us

    Method 2:
  • Error "one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it." when you connect Logitech M225

    Original title:

    My wireless mouse works fine for the last 2 months, now, all of a sudden it doesn't work at all.

    I get a windows notification that says-

    "One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it."

    I have Vista 32 bit OS on my laptop.

    My office has Windows 7 32 bit and I am able to use the mouse on this computer, then the M225 is not defective.

    I tried to look for a download of update on the site of Logitech & only found:

    6.32.20 set - point it did nothing to help.

    I also tried to move the receiver to the other 2 ports USB w / still the same results.

    Are there other downloads or solutions that will help w / this problem?

    You can also try searching for devices strangers (with yellow symbols) in the Manager under the mouse devices and other pointing devices and other devices (if any). Right click and uninstall unknown devices. Then restart.

    Also try the steps below to reset the power of USB:
    (a) the laptop off, unplugged from the wall outlet.
    (b) remove the battery for a few minutes, then reinstall it.
    (c) then restart the laptop.

  • Windows 7 and install/recognize the problems of printer HP LaserJet P2015 error - USB Device not Recognized One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it.

    Title: Windows 7 and install/recognize printer HP LaserJet P2015 teething problems...

    I have a dell inspiron that was originally windows Vista and I changed to windows7.  I have a LaserJet where I work, a HP LaserJet P2015 printer and when I plug in the USB, it says (peripheral USB not Recognized One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it.

    How and what should I do to get the printer going or to get the computer to recognize.  Installation CD will not work and I looked online and downloaded drivers but still the same thing.

    Hi LOliver,

    Method 1: Run the hardware and peripheral troubleshooting tool and check if it makes a difference.

    Open the hardware and devices Troubleshooter

    http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-hardware-and-devices-Troubleshooter

    Method 2: Disconnect all USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices connected to the computer (unless your mouse and keyboard). Connect the printer and check to see if the problem persists.

    Method 3: Connect the printer to a different USB port and check.

    Method 4: Reinstall the USB (Universal Serial Bus) controllers.

     First of all, please disconnect all USB devices and then perform the following steps:

    (a) click on 'Start', type device manager in the search bar and press "Enter." If necessary, click on continue.

    (b) in Device Manager, double-click to expand the "USB Bus controllers", right-click on the "host controller", click "Uninstall" and click "OK".

    (c) repeat step 2 to uninstall all items under 'USB Bus controllers'.

     

    Then, restart your computer and windows will automatically reinstall all USB controllers.

     

    HP printer drivers- ensure that you download the driver appropriate for your device model package.

     

    Thanks and greetings

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  • "One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it." Why it does not recognize my device?

    Some time ago I had a huge problem with my computer (I think that my mother-in-law accidentally downloaded a virus) and I took it to a repair shop where they wiped out completely and replaced the hard drive.  Since I got it back when I try to use my wireless mouse and plug the nano receiver he said 'one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it.  Why he says this?  And what can I do about it if anything?  I already tried uninstalling the driver and reinstalling, but that did not work because as soon as I plugged it it again once he says the same thing.  So I don't know what is happening or how to fix it.  Please help me!

    Hi Carla,.

    Please go to the Microsoft Community Forums.
    After the description of the question, I understand that you can not use the mouse on the computer wireless.
    Let me go ahead and help you to question
     
    What is the brand and model of the mouse?
     

    Here are some ways you can follow to resolve the problem:

    Method 1:
    Try to connect to other USB port and verify.
     
    Method 2:
    I suggest for the link and follow the steps in the article:
    Troubleshoot a wireless mouse that does not correctly
     
    Method 3:
    Remove and reinstall all USB controllers
    Follow these steps:

    a. click Start, click run, type sysdm.cpl in the Open box and then click OK.

    b. click on the hardware tab.

    c. click the Device Manager button.

    d. expand Bus USB controllers.

    e. right click on each device under the Bus USB controllers node and then click Uninstall to remove them one at a time.

    f. restart the computer and reinstall the USB controllers.

    g. plug in the removable USB storage device and perform a test to ensure that the problem is solved.


    I hope this helps. If you have any other queries/issues related to Windows, write us and we will be happy to help you further.
  • One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it. The location is the root (2 ports) USB hub: 1-unknown device and Port 2-not used

    Original title: USB device not recognized

    Over the last 2 weeks, I get a message on a USB device.  The message said that one of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it.  The location is the root (2 ports) USB hub: 1-unknown device and 2-unused Port.  I have no idea what it means.  I hesitated to first click the icon (it does not last very long) thinking it could be a scam.  Can someone help me?  Thank you.

    Hello

    (1) is the specific question of specific USB devices?
    (2) did you of recent changes to the computer before the show?
    (3) have you tried plugging the USB stick on another computer?

    (4) what is the brand and model of the computer?

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    Method 1: Hardware devices do not work or are not detected in Windows

    Run Microsoft Fixit mentioned in the article.

    http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/hardware_device_problems/en-us

    Method 2: USB Port may stop working after you remove or insert a USB device

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/817900

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    Reference:--

    Advanced troubleshooting tips for General USB for Windows XP problems: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310575

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    Wait a few minutes, and then reconnect the battery and start Windows.

    Plugin your device to see if it works, without the hub.

    Chris
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    Hi LadyDefi,

    You can try to uninstall and reinstall the USB controllers and check:

    To remove and reinstall all USB controllers, follow these steps:

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    b. click on the Hardware tab.

    c. click the Device Manager button.

    d. expand Bus USB controllers.

    e. right click on each device under the Bus USB controllers node and then click on uninstall to remove them one at a time.

    f. restart the computer and reinstall the USB controllers.

    g. plug in the removable USB storage device and test to make sure that the problem is solved

    For more information, see the following article:

    Advanced troubleshooting tips for General USB for Windows XP problems

    http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310575

    Hope this information is useful.

    Jeremy K
    Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
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    If this post can help solve your problem, please click the 'Mark as answer' or 'Useful' at the top of this message. Marking a post as answer, or relatively useful, you help others find the answer more quickly.

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  • Error one of the UBS damage connected to this computer has malfunctioned and windows does not recognize it

    Original title: Canon MF 4500 printer inkjet

    My computer tells me that 'one of UBS damage connected to this computer has malfunctioned and windows does not recognize"it could the cable, as the printer (canon MF 4500) does not work.

    Hello

    1. what operating system is installed on your computer?

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    Method 2:

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