Zen Xtra- Installed drivers, but when connected, "USB Device Not Recognized&qu

Hello- I'm trying to install a Creative Zen Xtra mp3 player on Windows XP. I installed all of the drivers and software, but when I connected the player, I got an error from Windows saying the "USB device is not recognized". I tried downloading all the new drivers and software from Creative, but it's no use. I was hoping maybe someone would have the inf file so I can install the driver manually. I can't find it on the installation CD or online anywhere. Thanks for any help!?~Jim

having a similar problem myself, recently misplaced the original usb 2.0 cord that came with my microphoto and unable to find a replacement, getting the same message though from other 5pin usb's I've tried

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i use my ipod nano 2GB for music and as a flashdrive to store my uni work.
this morning accessing my files in the ipod on the computer was fine.
then later in the afternoon when i connected it into a computer i keep getting the msg 'usb device not recognised'. also itunes dont recognise my ipod either anymore.
i use Windows XP at home and uni.
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i've read the other posts in the forum and it mentioned about 5 R's and resetting it.
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UPDATE.... PROBLEM SOLVED.. LOOK BELOW.. FRED'S SUGGESTIONMessage Edited by dindia on 07-24-2006 2:49 AM

fred38 wrote:
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