Zen Micro Keeps locking

Every time I try to connect my zen micro to my computer, I always get a message on my computer that says the usb device is not recognized. And, the zen micro locks up, with the only way to 'un-lock' it is to unplug the usb cable and then remove the battery. This happens EVERY time i connect to the computer via the usb cable. Can someone help me?
Thanks

I've been having similar problems with my Zen Micro recently... first time it crashed the USB port wouldn't recognise it on the PC. Wasn't sure why, but plugged Micro into the charger and it sparked up again. Happened again 2 days ago when I was listening to music, song just stopped and screen went to 'Creative .. blah blah registered trademark etc", can't turn it on or off (have to take battery out to power off!), have tried to reset it but didn't work. So plugged it into charger and worked again... however 3rd time happened not so lucky - charging it does nothing! I think its shagged - not happy as happened 2 hours into a 2 hour flight! Its had the new version of firmware installed, but not sure if I can reinstall as the PC doesn't recognise it... any help appreciated. THANKS!!

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