When I plug my USB STICK in my computer, I get a message that Windows does not recognize it and it may have malfunctioned.

I was transferring files from one computer to another and unfortunately made the mistake to put only on the flash drive.  Is there a way to fix my flash drive and save my files?  When I go into the properties of the "unknown device" it says that there is no driver installed; However, when I search the driver updates, I get a message saying that I have the most up-to-date software.   I tried USB to multiple computers and it is not recognized on any of them.  Please help :/

Hello

1 are there any changes or updates made on the computer?

2. What is the full and exact error message?

3. the other USB devices detected?

Method 1:

I suggest that you try to connect to the USB flash drive on another USB port and check if the problem persists.

Also, try to connect the USB on another computer and check if the flash player works.

Method 2:

Check the link and try to run the troubleshooter and check if the problem persists.

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http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/tips-for-solving-problems-with-USB-devices

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