Originally Posted By -em Suddenly my digital camera (Canon A75) and computer (dell Inspiron B130) are not talking. Ive downloaded pictures several times before and cant figure out why they arnt communicating anymore- When the camera is on and connected I get a "Unknown device" popup where I usually get a download popup. Ive installed a driver for the camera but either its not working or helping. (Ive never needed a driver before) I replaced the USB cord but its not the issue and now Im at a loss of what to do now- Any ideas? -em
Originally Posted By seanyoda One workaround would be to purchase a compact-flash (or multi-) card reader. You should be able to get one from any electronics store for a low price.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb Have you tried hooking up another USB device to the port to see if the port is functioning? You can also go to the Canon site and download the latest driver. Another thing to try, I'm not sure how you view your photos, but did you try opening Windows Explorer to see if your pics show up without the device being "recognized". Oh yeah, have you restarted? You'd be surprised how many issues can be solved that way.
Originally Posted By Labuda Also, make sure you try the device on multiple USB ports. And, check your device manager - make sure that you don't have any bangs on USB.
Originally Posted By PlainoLJoe are you running xp? Have you had any issues with the camera recently? Is the port usb2? have you tried all your usb ports? Have you tried other usb ports? did you say please? Does it normally appear as a drive? If all else fails, as suggested. Just get a card reader. Heck if you have an iPod get the all in one unit. Works great.
Originally Posted By -em I am running XP Nope no camera issues Not USB2 Yes I tried all ports I also put the printer in all ports and it works normally Ive downloaded several times in the past with no problems at all... Ill try getting a card reader tomorrow and see if that helps... Im getting antsy to see my 4th of July pictures on the computer -em
