Hey, sorry if this is too much. I just posted a first impressions thread but this is really urgent.
I can't charge the phone over USB. It has to be connected to the wall socket. I can't even transfer data with the USB cable. What to do? Is this a faulty unit or is the voltage on the usb not enough? The latter would be totally unacceptable. My SGS3 charges etc. just fine with the same port and cable.
It did work on my other (Sony Vaio Pro) laptop. Just not on my Asus. What can be wrong here? I tried it in every port and nothing happens. SGS3 works perfectly.
Are you using original cable? If not try with it.
Try other ports and if possible, try other computers. If it still won't charge/transfer data then you can rule out the computer and pin the problem to the phone.
SuperMarioGalaxy said:
It did work on my other (Sony Vaio Pro) laptop. Just not on my Asus. What can be wrong here? I tried it in every port and nothing happens. SGS3 works perfectly.
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Most likely don't have the drivers installed on the Asus.
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I tried every port and two different cables. The problem is that nothing happens. Usually it even starts to download drivers or something.
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I tried every port and two different cables. The problem is that nothing happens. Usually it even starts to download drivers or something.
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Mine had the same problem - I've had it replaced it now charges over USB but is crazy slow.
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Mine had the same problem - I've had it replaced it now charges over USB but is crazy slow.
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It works just fine on my other laptop. I think the issue really is the lack of drivers. I can find the device in device manager but no driver.
Anyone know how to get drivers?
Download Sony PC Companion. It should have the necessary drivers I suppose
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Download Sony PC Companion. It should have the necessary drivers I suppose
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That didn't work either.
Fixed! Contacted Sony support, uninstalled the device and plugged into another USB port and now it works. Props to Sony support. Silloin no docking through USB though but he said it isn't supported.
Yup the dock is only for charging. No data transfer possible
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Yup the dock is only for charging. No data transfer possible
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Yeah of course I knew that. But you can't charge in the dock over USB. Is that supposed to be?
Didn't try it myself yet but I've read that it's like that somewhere
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It mentions in the manual that comes with the charging dock that it has to be mains powered & no charging with dock through PC connection.
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this morning while i was pluging mu usb in the computer, my finger touched the other end of the usb cable(that plugs into phone) and felt a tiny shock... Ever since then my computer doesnt even recognize that its pluged in...
Whe its in "debuggin" the computer and usb icon go on the phone
But when i plug into computer all my phone does is says its charging
Any ideas?
Try a new USB cable I used a PSP USB cable for a while when my HTC hero USB cable stopped working properly. Just find some more USB cables and test them all.
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You probably damaged the USB controller with ESD. You can try another USB port, but it's likely that all the ports are damaged (at least all the ports on that controller). Check the other ports on the PC. Most modern PCs have at least a couple of USB hubs built in. It is possible that a port on another hub or controller may work. Otherwise, you might be able to use a USB add in card in the computer if all the built-in ports are dead. They are relatively cheap if you have the slot in the machine to install one.
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Try a new USB cable I used a PSP USB cable for a while when my HTC hero USB cable stopped working properly. Just find some more USB cables and test them all.
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He can't use a USB from a PSP...the Vibrant uses Micro-USB....so a PSP USB cord won't fit
try a differnet USB port
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He can't use a USB from a PSP...the Vibrant uses Micro-USB....so a PSP USB cord won't fit
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i wasn't saying use a psp usb port i'm trying to say sometimes a different usb cord that fits into your phone might be the solution
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try a differnet USB port
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that is the 2nd option
3rd option get ports replaced
Thanks everyone... I plugged it in a little while ago, and it finally recongnized a device... now slow down cowboy!.. it's still doesn't mount correctly, but at least my computer sees something plugged in...
You guys are worth your weight in gold! Everyone is fast to respond and with good advice for the newcomers... This isn't just a website... this is a community of Nerds, jock, smart ass's, business men/ women, punks, stupidos, and electronics just trying to help each other for a greater cause... well... if not a greater cause.. then Definitly a greater phone
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mount to PC is a known issue methinks. What is your current setup? Rom/kernel? and how are your settings? USB debugging set on/off? auto connect set to "ask on connection"?
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mount to PC is a known issue methinks. What is your current setup? Rom/kernel? and how are your settings? USB debugging set on/off? auto connect set to "ask on connection"?
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I have the newest Simply Galaxy 2.7. 2(ROM) (port) with Overstock V2.1.1
Yeh debugging is off
Auto connect is mass storage
Any ideas?
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wasscomedy said:
I have the newest Simply Galaxy 2.7. 2(ROM) (port) with Overstock V2.1.1
Yeh debugging is off
Auto connect is mass storage
Any ideas?
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Is the internal mounting as a CD drive?
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the usb i got with my phone doesnt always want to connect and sometimes just charges, but then sometimes connects after like 20 - 30 min
my other usb connects but sometimes just disconnects after a few sec then reconnects then disconnects....
its abit weird but i live with it
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Is the internal mounting as a CD drive?
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Yeah, sometimes.. wow! Once again I'm not that unique..., Do you have a solution to that?
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wasscomedy said:
Yeah, sometimes.. wow! Once again I'm not that unique..., Do you have a solution to that?
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Its common with the 2.2.1 roms. What you need to do is replace the vold.conf, and the vold.fstab files in system/ect. I have attached the ones you need. Just use root explorer and drop them in the ect folder, reboot, and test.
kyle51 said:
the usb i got with my phone doesnt always want to connect and sometimes just charges, but then sometimes connects after like 20 - 30 min
my other usb connects but sometimes just disconnects after a few sec then reconnects then disconnects....
its abit weird but i live with it
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you should download toolbox from development section and the first option is to install drivers. once u run the program. install it and then test the usb cables. by the way i never charge my phone from a computer i like separate chargers so im using the charger for BB to charge my battery. its quicker as well.
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Its common with the 2.2.1 roms. What you need to do is replace the vold.conf, and the vold.fstab files in system/ect. I have attached the ones you need. Just use root explorer and drop them in the ect folder, reboot, and test.
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Hey thanks a lot my fellow Beantowner, will test in morning... appreciate the file!.. can I duck this up at all? Or is this idiot proff? I'm from Randolph
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Hey thanks a lot my fellow Beantowner, will test in morning... appreciate the file!.. can I duck this up at all? Or is this idiot proff? I'm from Randolph
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Boston represent!!! Dorchester here. Its fool proof really. Just make sure you change the system to read/write in root explorer, and drop the files in the system/ect folder.
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Hey, so when I try to connect my GS2 to the computer (via USB), it doesn't connect for some reason. After connecting it, it takes about 5 secs and it starts to charge but doesn't connect to the computer. I've tried a couple of different ROMs and also on 2 other computers and its the same result. I need help please. Thanks
First make sure drivers are installed if so then try another cable that could be the problem.
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You are missing the drivers. Search via Google for the hardware ID or simply by the model of the phone.
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LiLChris06 said:
First make sure drivers are installed if so then try another cable that could be the problem.
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I have had the drivers installed, and I tried my brother's HTC usb cable and it still doesn't work.
My thread is right above yours. There are USB port issues with this phone. Although I feel for you, I'm glad to see I'm not the only one. If you have insurance take it back cuz it only gets worse. Flash stock while you still can, if you're not already running it. Trust me.
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Same problem here and replacement is on the way, phone randomly thinks its charging, car mode turning on and such buy it is nice to know also that I am not the only one
Hey everyone,
I have been having troubles connecting my phone to my computer through USB. I used to have to push the micro USB cord to the side for the computer to recognize it. Now my computer will not recognize my phone at all, but charging through the USB connection works fine. Is there anything that I can try to get my computer to recognize my phone? (I have the drivers and have connected it to the computer successfully in the past) and if there is no fix, then will warenty cover it? I have had this since late October. I am running galnet miui if that helps.
Thanks,
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My suggestion is to try another cable. USB cables can be real finicky. Or try a different USB port on the computer.
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Try reinstalling the drivers..
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Lots of USB issues with this phone. I was able to fix mine.
See this thread...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1456583
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dschreiber69 said:
Lots of USB issues with this phone. I was able to fix mine.
See this thread...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1456583
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Thanks,
About how much was the replacement cost for you? I just want to get a rough idea.
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Waddle said:
Thanks,
About how much was the replacement cost for you? I just want to get a rough idea.
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I did not replace anything - I just cleaned the port and all was good again.
Oddly enough - today it started acting up again. Going to try cleaning it again, if that does not work its time to get it exchanged under warranty.
I get an error saying usb device is not recognized. I tried different cables and pcs how can I fix this?
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Install Kies/ USB drivers .
Search this question asked multiple times .
jjer
JJEgan said:
Install Kies/ USB drivers .
Search this question asked multiple times .
jjer
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I got the drivers...
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reinstall kies
Had this problem too, my pc didnt open my s3 when i plugged it in but my laptop did... Tryd loads of stuff but nothing seemed to work. Reinstalled windows installed kies and drivers and for some reason it worked again
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Always check your cable
patriotaki said:
I get an error saying usb device is not recognized. I tried different cables and pcs how can I fix this?
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I hate when i spend hours trying to fix something then i find out its something simple like the cable. so always check the simple stuff first. I have found good cables at cableforge.com with lifetime warranty. so if i ever have one go bad they ship me another. plus use this coupon code for 80% off. G5WJXH4F22MN
I had a mate with this problem with his S2.He tried everything from reinstalling keis to full wipe installing the rom to stock rom and nothing.In the end he solved it by plugging his old i9000 into his PC and when it said it was recognized he unplugged it and plugged in his S2 and it recognized his S2....simple but true.
Try plugging in another S3 or better still an S2 or S1 so the PC recognizes the drivers and then plug in your S3.It may work like it did for my mate.
Use stock ⣔ cable came with your phone
shouldn't need kies. Obviously if nothing else is working give it a shot but I've never had to use kies for anything.
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Thanks for answers.
I tried this
Shut down phone,connect to pc,power on phone,click on the usb from notification center,and check connect as media
Worked fine
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patriotaki said:
Thanks for answers.
I tried this
Shut down phone,connect to pc,power on phone,click on the usb from notification center,and check connect as media
Worked fine
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Sometimes its the simpleist things that work in the end...like my mates phone.All that head banging for nothing HAHA!!!:highfive:
At least yourll sleep better tonight.
Now change thread post with solved
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My samsung infuse use to be able to connect to my pc without issues but now all of a sudden my pc wont recognize it. I do have a different usb cable. Is that the issue?
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VoidShark said:
My samsung infuse use to be able to connect to my pc without issues but now all of a sudden my pc wont recognize it. I do have a different usb cable. Is that the issue?
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Have you installed the device drivers for your phone? If you haven't I would recommend downloading the device drivers for your phone from here. If you have already installed the device drivers for your phone I would recommend uninstalling then reinstalling the device drivers for your phone. Also, is the usb cable a decent quality cable and are you able to connect other devices to your computer (And Windows recognizes them) using this cable?
Thank you for your feedback and yes ive been through the motions of uninstalling amd reinstalling the drivers multiple times. The cable im using is for an LG smartphone and its in mint condition . It alsocworks with other devices except mine. My samsung would have a usb icon pop up on the phone whenever a connection is made but now it just charges.
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Thank you for your feedback and yes ive been through the motions of uninstalling amd reinstalling the drivers multiple times. The cable im using is for an LG smartphone and its in mint condition . It alsocworks with other devices except mine. My samsung would have a usb icon pop up on the phone whenever a connection is made but now it just charges.
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You could also try using a different usb cable and also make sure your plugging your phone into a USB 2.0 port as sometimes USB 3.0 ports can be problematic. Another thing you could try that very likely won't make a difference but you could try is going into developer settings and making sure USB debugging is enabled.
Ive tried every usb port on my laptop and i tried the usb debugging feature but nothing seems to be working. I will get a new usb cable specifically for my phone to see if it makes a difference because im running out of options.
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