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The key to this question is that it is "a port" not all the ports. Updating the BIOS is not likely the best answer. The book this question comes from actually has the answer but many people are not finding it because it is in a blue box. The answer is to disable the port in the BIOS or by jumper and add an expansion card.
<Old answer> upgrade the BIOS or download the latest drivers
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agosend it in to a Computer repair place it should no cost to much to fix something that small but if ur installing alot of Hardware it may lower ur power supply usage and shut some stuff down like a USB to run the other hardware
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∙ 8y agoThere is almost certainly nothing that can be done to fix it (other than replacing the entire motherboard, which could cost almost as much as a new computer) as there is probably a crack in the motherboard next to the port from force applied to a device that was plugged in at some time.
I had an HP printer fail exactly this way because the USB cord plugged into it had been jerked sideways. Fortunately that printer had an ethernet connector too and I moved it to my network and got another 2 years of use from it before something in the printhead mechanism died. But that won't help your computer.
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∙ 13y agoDisable the device in device manager and then add an expansion card.
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∙ 12y agoyou can sometimes reboot the computer but be sure to save what you have. Or you could disable the device in device manager and then add an expansion card.
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Which port does not come directly off the motherboard?
usb
What if yourPC will not recognize any new hardware plug in via usb port what can i do to slove this problem?
Check the connections from the usb slot to your motherboard, could be a faulty port or a faulty motherboard connection
Are memory slots a USB port?
No, Memory slots are on the motherboard bus.
Is a USB internal or external?
It's external... It's designed to be plugged into an external USB port - not connected to the directly to the computer's motherboard.
Is USB 3.0 compatible with USB 1.1?
It is not compatible with USB 1.1 but it is compatible with USB 2.0 and mostly it matters on what motherboard you have. With USB 2.0 is a USB 3.0 port, the speeds will be the same but if it is a USB 3.0 in a USB 3.0 port, the speeds will be increased to about 4.8 - 5 Gbps compared to 480 Mbps.
How do you find the 2.0 USB port on a laptop?
the USB port should be along one fo the four sides of the laptop. they are rectangulare in shape. do a google image search of "USB port" if u are unsure of what one looks like.
What is the result of attaching a usb 2.0 device and a usb 3.0 device to a usb hub attached to a motherboard usb 3.0 port?
The USB 2.0 and 3.0 device will work. USB 3.0 is backwards compatible with USB 2.0.
What is com1 header for Asus motherboard?
See what COM defines is the communication ports and hence COM 1 is one of the USB port or might be some COM ports you have on your motherboard back. You can refer to the map of your motherboard to know which is the. port for COM 1.
What is the simplest way to determine the usb is not causing a problem?
I would remove the usb device and see if the problem goes away, if it doesn't you will need to open the computer. Once inside, you will see a serial wire coming from the suspected usb port to the motherboard, go to the motherboard and disconnect this jack. Hopefully your problem will go away, there may be a short in the port itself causing too much electrical current in the motherboard.
If I got a Asus P9X79 pro motherboard will a pci-e wireless card replace my lan port?
You can replace your LAN port with a wireless card if you have an ASUS P9X79 motherboard. However, it's a better idea to get a card that fits in a USB port so you can keep your LAN port.
Where is the location of the USB port usually?
The USB port looks like a rectangle. Typically the USB port is located on the motherboard on the back of the desk top computer or a tower or possibly on the front of the computer depending on the brand and style of the computer. If it is a laptop, it may be located on either sides of the computer or on the back.
How much does a USB port cost?
For manufacturers, the cost to implement them on a motherboard is only a couple of cents. If you want to add a USB hub to your computer, they can usually be had for under $20.
