I can't install firmware on my zen x

Ok so I did the firmware update, found out that it was a bad idea afterwards on google. Now how do I put something on it again so I can listen to music? I've read a couple topics about what to do and nothing worked at all... HELP PLEASE

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Oct 22 19:24:23 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Removing client SUUpdateServiceClient pid=26457, uid=501, installAuth=NO rights=(), transactions=0 (/Applications/App Store.app/Contents/MacOS/App Store)
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Oct 22 19:24:23 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Removing client SUUpdateServiceClient pid=26463, uid=501, installAuth=NO rights=(), transactions=0 (/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/WebKit2.framework/Versions/A/XPCServices/com .apple.WebKit.WebContent.xpc/Contents/MacOS/com.apple.WebKit.WebContent)
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Oct 22 19:24:23 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Removing client SUUpdateServiceClient pid=26462, uid=501, installAuth=NO rights=(), transactions=0 (/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/WebKit2.framework/Versions/A/XPCServices/com .apple.WebKit.WebContent.xpc/Contents/MacOS/com.apple.WebKit.WebContent)
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Oct 22 19:24:23 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Removing client SUUpdateServiceClient pid=26463, uid=501, installAuth=NO rights=(), transactions=0 (/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/WebKit2.framework/Versions/A/XPCServices/com .apple.WebKit.WebContent.xpc/Contents/MacOS/com.apple.WebKit.WebContent)
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Oct 22 19:24:32 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Adding client SUUpdateServiceClient pid=29503, uid=501, installAuth=NO rights=(), transactions=0 (/Applications/App Store.app/Contents/MacOS/App Store)
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Oct 22 19:24:41 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Scan (f=0, d=0) found 5 updates: 031-0655, 031-0810, 041-9835, 091-9716, zzzz091-9742 (plus 101 predicate-only)
Oct 22 19:24:41 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: SoftwareUpdate: 041-9835 (ThunderboltFirmwareUpdate1.2-1.2): install-later not supported for restart-required update (options={
              customize = never;
              hostArchitectures = i386;
              rootVolumeOnly = true;
              type = firmware;
Oct 22 19:24:45 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Ramped updates marked
Oct 22 19:24:45 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: SoftwareUpdate: 041-9835 (ThunderboltFirmwareUpdate1.2-1.2): install-later not supported for restart-required update (options={
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              hostArchitectures = i386;
              rootVolumeOnly = true;
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Oct 22 19:25:15 --- last message repeated 2 times ---
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Oct 22 19:26:30 --- last message repeated 2 times ---
Oct 22 19:26:30 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local storeagent[3502]: SUAppStoreUpdateController: combined state is 1
Oct 22 19:26:30 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local storeagent[3502]: SUAppStoreUpdateController: isDownloadRequiredForPostLogoutUpdate returning YES
Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local storeagent[3502]: SUAppStoreUpdateController: combined state is 1
Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local storeagent[3502]: SUAppStoreUpdateController: isDownloadRequiredForPostLogoutUpdate returning YES
Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local storeagent[3502]: SUAppStoreUpdateController: start download session with 091-9716, zzzz091-9742, 041-9835
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Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: SoftwareUpdate: starting download of 041-9835 (ThunderboltFirmwareUpdate1.2-1.2)
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Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: Cannot register distribution for zzzz091-9742
Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: SoftwareUpdate: error download of 091-9716: Error Domain=NSCocoaErrorDomain Code=513 "The file couldn’t be saved because you don’t have permission."
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Oct 22 19:26:33 OSX-LUMAERINOR-macmini.local softwareupdated (200)[452]: SoftwareUpdate: error download of zzzz091-9742: Error Domain=NSCocoaErrorDomain Code=513 "The file couldn’t be saved because you don’t have permission."
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Not to sound rude, but plugging it into a different USB does nothing.
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Make a phone that doesn't need to be corrected 4 times Nokia.
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I bought my first Nokia phone in 1998.
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I've received a reply from Creative [see below] which is, frankly, a bit insulting, because it suggests that they never even read my original message to them. Needless to say, I haven't been able to solve the problem. I've written back to them and told them that I'd appreciate further assistance. To top it all off,?I can't even format the Zen Xtra so that I can simply use it as an external hard dri've. Does ANYONE have any advice on this matter? Am I simply supposed to accept that I have a defunct MP3 player on my hands?-- - REPLY FROM CREATIVE?** Kindly read till the end of this email before attempting to
troubleshoot.
While allowing your Zen player to run in Recovery Mode (if possible),
conduct a Clean-Up followed by Reboot.
The link below will guide you on how to run your player in Recovery
Mode.
http://uk.europe.creative.com/suppor...p?l=3&sid=4794
** You may first wish to back-up your files/data/mp3 in your player (if
possible) as updating the firmware may result in a loss of all these
files.
Following which, you may wish to use the function ?Search by File Name
or Model Number? to locate <<ZenXtraP4SAudible_PCFW_LB_2_0_03.exe>> for
download followed by an update of the firmware onto your player (and
monitor if it responds positi'vely to the update) via this link at:
http://uk.europe.creative.com/support/downloads/
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see if Windows XP SP 2 has been installed (in your computer) under
Control Panel\System\General.
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http://uk.europe.creative.com/suppor...p?l=3&sid=6737
** If this problem still persists, kindly repeat the troubleshoot
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I certainly hope the above step(s)/information will resolve your
query/problem completely and I look forward to your favourable reply
soon. Do not hesitate to contact Creative Customer Support Services
again should you have any clarifications in future.

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I got these instructions from here:
http://blog.opsan.com/archi've/2005/09/3/472.aspx
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4, Plug Zen in.
5, Make sure you have the firmware update ready, run it but don't click
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6. On the Zen- select "reload OS" (on ZMP I believe it is Erase or Reload Firmware, something like that, don't have it in front of me).
7. As soon as it flashes up "reload new firmware now via USB" click the
language button
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firmware. (it may take a few attempts)
9. Once complete, click close and restart the pc. Everything should now
be fine.
0. Once all is working, you can re-install WMP and it will work fine.
I hope this helps somebody.
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does that mean when in vista or xp same problem still occurs?
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Zen Micro firmware CIRCLE -Can't update firmware w/out driver, can't update driver w/out firmwa

Hi,
I know lots of peopl are having the same problem. I have a Zen Micro 5Gb. I have previously updated the firmware to the plays for sure (about 2 years ago) and it's been fine.
The device had had the hard dri've replaced after it failed, and I need to reload the firmware. I have all the files, I've read all the FAQ and support I used last time (I keep everything) and my notes from 2 years ago say it was easy.
However. Not now. I figure WMP caused a lot of problems. Right - got that out the way. Fresh installs of XP SP2 is the way to go.
I have also followed the instructions here:
http://http://forums.creative.com/showthread.php?t=3478
But, I keep going round in circles. Can't update firmware without driver, can't update driver without firmware.
Any driver install I try asks me to connect the device to complete the installation, but, it won't recognise the device because there is no firmware. I try to upload the firmware, and it says there is no device (because there is no driver).
I have tried multiple machines, with SP2 installed and only WMP9 (never had WMP0).
I have tried USB , 2, hubs, front ports back ports, again on multiple machines.
I've even used an XP install on VMware on a MAC (This was the closest to success).
On the Mac, The player was recognised even in its flash problem state and I could actually start the firmware update. However, it failed to complete successfully.
Has anyone actually managed to do a firmware update on n old Zen using a 2008 PC? Please help!

If your player had PlaysForSure firmware, you'll need to download a PlaysForSure firmware version. That should resolve your issues since PlaysForSure does not use a Creative driver but rather a nati've Windows driver. But you will need to have WMP0 installed, WMP9 does not support PlaysForSure.

Zen Nano Plus: How to resolve issues with installing firmware 1.14

So .... I managed to kill my Zen Nano Plus when installing firmware version .4.03, but fortunately I've managed to bring it back to life again. :-)
Here's what I did wrong, and how you can avoid the mistakes that I made ...
I attempted to install the newly released "Creative ZEN Nano Plus Firmware .4.03" from my Windows 2000 system. However, I had not previously installed the "Creative Mass Storage Driver .07.00.250". In fact there seemed to be no reason to install these mass storage drivers as the Nano Plus player was always recognized by my system. However, while installing the firmware upgrade, it seems that the player is set to recovery mode and therefore the mass storage driver needs to be installed prior to upgrading the firmware.
I realized this partway through the firmware upgrade when prompted for the "StMp3Rec.sys" driver. I then successfully installed the mass storage driver then attempted to continue with the firmware upgrade. Unfortunately, the firmware software "froze" and the process had to be killed. My Nano Plus player now wouldn't turn on and my system would not recognize it. I then read how to set the player in recovery mode, and was able to see the player listed as "STMP3500" when examining my attached USB hardware (using the "Unplug or Eject Hardware" dialog).
To install the driver, I then looked at all hardware in my "Device Manager" (right click on "My Computer", select "Properties", choose the "Hardware" tab, click on the "Device Manager" button) then selected the "STMP3500" device. Right clicking and selecting "Properties" (or double clicking) brings up the properties dialog and from there I chose the "Reinstall Driver" button. I specified the driver location: "C:\Program Files\Creative\Creative Mass Storage Drivers\StMp3Rec.sys" and the driver then successfully installed. Finally, I successfully installed the firmware upgrade and all is now working well.
Here's the bottom line:
Be sure to install the "Creative Mass Storage Driver .07.00.250" prior to upgrading to the "Creative ZEN Nano Plus Firmware .4.03".
Maybe it is because I beta tested six or seven different Rio MP3 player models (until D&M Holdings discontinued the Rio brand), or because I have worked as a software developer for eight years - but I tend not to install any software that does not appear to be required. The Creative firmware upgrade software could be greatly improved by including a simple check to see if the Creative mass storage drivers are installed before accessing the player.

This has been answered many times here. Delete a few files on the player. Create a few folders on the player. Move the songs on the player into the folders. Now add more songs to the player into the folders. There is a limit on how many items the player will allow in the root.

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