Digital camera setup not working

Question

Hi,
My computer all of the sudden is not reading my camera when pluged into the usb. In the past I was able to use my camera with the usb. My computer (flat screen G4) Although is able to read my ipod with no problems. I tried all three usb ports in the back of the computer and all of them do read the ipod. My camera does not require any instalation CD for mac computers. I already went to the camera's website and still no needed software to have computer connect with camera. I know there must be something that I need to download with the Mac website. One person told me maybe it's firmwall that I may need to download. I am having problems finding what exactly I need to download. AND PLEASE DO NOT SUGGEST TO ME TO BUY A CARD READER FOR 10 OR 20 DOLLARS. I already know this, my whole concern is that I was able to connect my camera to my computer with no problems so in this case I just want any sort of advice that I can use the possibly a download or update. FYI I have a G4 Flat screen IMac with OS X 10.3.9. I just upgraded to panther so possible that is maybe when things might of got screwy with my camera. Thanks so much,
Allison

Answer 1

Allison:
First of all, you need to know that shouting (using all caps is considered shouting) does not elicit many favorable responses in these forums. Please be patient and courteous.
You made it clear that you are already aware that you can buy a card reader if you wished, so we'll leave that there.
You seem to have tested your USB ports, and they seem to work with other devices. You said that your camera does not need to have software installed for Mac, and, indeed, it worked well until recently.
The suggestion that you might need a firmware update very likely applies to your camera, as your iMac has Open Firmware and never needs a Firmware Update. You might check on your camera for the Firmware Version, and then check on the manufacturer's website to see if there is a later version.
In terms of your upgrading to Panther, it might just be that Repairing Disk Permissions might help. Here's how:
Go to (Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility.
Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in left column and First Aid in main column.
Click Repair Disk Permissions at bottom left.
You might also try Repair Disk from the installer disk:
Insert Installer disk and Restart, holding down the "C" key.
Go to Installer menu and launch Disk Utility.
Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in the left panel.
Select First Aid in the Main panel.
Click Repair Disk on the bottom right.
If DU reports disk does not need repairs quit DU and restart.
If DU reports errors Repair again and again until DU reports disk is repaired.
If DU reports errors it cannot repair you will need to use a utility like Tech Tool Pro or Disk Warrior
Good luck.
cornelius
Message was edited by: cornelius