Memory stick contents only briefly display and will not open

Model: Laptop C660D-102
Purchase date: 07/11/2010 - used very little and on very rare occasions, so virtually unused.
Problem: When a memory stick is inserted into either of two usb ports it will not open up on request, although I can see it listed in "Devices with Removable Storage" where it appears very briefly at regular intervals of about 10 seconds. The only occasions when It is available to open is when the laptop is initially switched on but even in this instance it reverts to its regular disappearing act after about 5 minutes.
Is anyone familiar with this scenario.
Regards

Is this with multiple USB sticks, or are you only checking one? Likewise, does it work on other machines?
Also, is that a model from the UK? You might try checking their support page.
- Peter

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