Computer Question!

wallstreetman

I want to fix my scanner problem for good. The last time I went into the Device Manager it showed a problem with the SCSI card, I uninstalled it and reinstalled and fixed the problem! I thought this would be the problem since its showing a failure to communicate again. Now it shows there is a problem with USB and no problem with SCSI. I wouldnt think this would effect the scanner, but I guess that is why my cameras not working(dont use it anyway). I want to try an hook it up to USB even though it will be slower. How do I fix USB and does everything need a separate port or do they make Y connectors for this?

Barry

USB can be daisy chained, or you can use a Y connector. The only caveat is if the USB devices connected draw power from the port (some do, some don't - cameras and scanners most likely don't), there is a limit to how much you can draw.

wallstreetman

What do I do to fix the ? mark on USB? I installed the SCSI card myself but Im not sure what controls USB, was the driver in Windows 98? Ive heard that you have more problems with SCSI, that is why I want to change to USB.

Barry

USB should be plug and play. When you plug the device in, if the driver's not present, the OS should prompt you to install it.

RGCoin

WallStreet,
Go to Device Manager and delete the USB ports out, then shutdown the computer. When you power back on the computer it should pick up the "new hardware" and either install the current drivers that are installed or it might prompt you for the Windows CD Rom. Afterwards you should have those USB ports available.

-Dave

wallstreetman

Thanks, see what I can do!