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My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 4:34pm On Dec 08, 2016
Its just 5 months old, the problem started about two weeks ago, ive searched the internet, read a lot, tried suggestions, done the developer's option, debugging, uninstalled&reinstalled usb controllers, connected lots of phones but no way.


When i touch PTP, it will work. Only MTP that's causing issue.




Help!

Thanks

Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by klassykute(m): 4:45pm On Dec 08, 2016
it shows .. its at d last list and it does not look like a folder it looks like a program data close to where u open ur cd rom ..
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Edwinmason(m): 4:49pm On Dec 08, 2016
try consulting someone who knows about laptop repairs, they might be of help
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 5:04pm On Dec 08, 2016
Edwinmason:
try consulting someone who knows about laptop repairs, they might be of help

Tanx.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by hahn(m): 5:09pm On Dec 08, 2016
Explorers:


Tanx.

Make sure you take it to the brand's accredited repair shop. What brand is the lappy and are you in Lag?
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 5:21pm On Dec 08, 2016
hahn:


Make sure you take it to the brand's accredited repair shop. What brand is the lappy and are you in Lag?

Lenovo, Ondo.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by hahn(m): 5:25pm On Dec 08, 2016
Explorers:


Lenovo, Ondo.

Take it back to where you bought it so they can direct you to professionals

I use HP sha
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by rawdpiper(m): 5:42pm On Dec 08, 2016
Explorers:
Its just 5 months old, the problem started about two weeks ago, ive searched the internet, read a lot, tried suggestions, done the developer's option, debugging, uninstalled&reinstalled usb controllers, connected lots of phones but no way.


When i touch PTP, it will work. Only MTP that's causing issue.




Help!

Thanks


computerboy pls assist dis guy..... don't worry explorers ive mentioned the person that ill assist u
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by computerboy: 6:29pm On Dec 08, 2016
Explorers:
Its just 5 months old, the problem started about two weeks ago, ive searched the internet, read a lot, tried suggestions, done the developer's option, debugging, uninstalled&reinstalled usb controllers, connected lots of phones but no way.


When i touch PTP, it will work. Only MTP that's causing issue.




Help!

Thanks

From all you've said it's not from your phone neither is the usb port faulty.

Suspects
1. Usb cable (some only charges phone but can transfer files so try changing cable)
2. Drivers (This rarely happen if you're on windows 8 and above though)
3. Maybe it's already showing but you're just waiting for it to prompt the usual pop up (Just Plug your phone and open file manager, scroll down and check under media cos It won't appear under removable drives)

If all fail then seek professional help. Stuffs like this are easier if the system is present
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 6:43pm On Dec 08, 2016
computerboy:


From all you've said it's not from your phone neither is the usb port faulty.

Suspects
1. Usb cable (some only charges phone but can transfer files so try changing cable)
2. Drivers (This rarely happen if you're on windows 8 and above though)
3. Maybe it's already showing but you're just waiting for it to prompt the usual pop up (Just Plug your phone and open file manager, scroll down and check under media cos It won't appear under removable drives)

If all fail then seek professional help. Stuffs like this are easier if the system is present

Ok, thanks.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Alfred200825(m): 6:53pm On Dec 08, 2016
Explorers:
Its just 5 months old, the problem started about two weeks ago, ive searched the internet, read a lot, tried suggestions, done the developer's option, debugging, uninstalled&reinstalled usb controllers, connected lots of phones but no way.


When i touch PTP, it will work. Only MTP that's causing issue.




Help!

Thanks

It either your USB root hub was turned off or your USB legacy drivers are outdated.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by rottenPussy: 7:43pm On Dec 08, 2016
Just restore your system or go to your device manager while your phone is plugged in, then locate the phone's driver and update it.

It that does not work, you may have to do an automatic system Update or get an iso to upgrade your windows at startup.

If you are more of a basic user than and operator, then I suggest you see a technician if the former is unable to fix it.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by daamazing(m): 8:42pm On Dec 08, 2016
explorers just try using a different USB cable
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Ishilove: 9:13pm On Dec 08, 2016
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by kingsilly(m): 10:05pm On Dec 08, 2016
Or just get an iPhone and use ITunes grin grin cool
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by swagifted(m): 6:28am On Dec 09, 2016
Explorers:
Its just 5 months old, the problem started about two weeks ago, ive searched the internet, read a lot, tried suggestions, done the developer's option, debugging, uninstalled&reinstalled usb controllers, connected lots of phones but no way.


When i touch PTP, it will work. Only MTP that's causing issue.




Help!

Thanks
i think we use same device, and i'v encountered such problems before, try change USB, If e no work.. If ur struggle is copying files,.. Go wireless (xender, sharit).. For months i'v not used my usb to send files across PC-Android (and vice versa) . I only use usb wen i want to charge my phone..
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 6:41am On Dec 09, 2016
swagifted:
i think we use same device, and i'v encountered such problems before, try change USB, If e no work.. If ur struggle is copying files,.. Go wireless (xender, sharit).. For months i'v not used my usb to send files across PC-Android (and vice versa) . I only use usb wen i want to charge my phone..

ok, will try that. Thanks.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by rottenPussy: 7:43am On Dec 09, 2016
Ishilove:

Hian
undecided
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by DeLioncourt: 11:31am On Dec 09, 2016
Possible solution.

Connect your phone to your computer.
1. Open start menu and search for device manager
2. Look through the list for "portable devices"... if it is the problem, you should see a yellow caution triangle beside your phone's name.
3. Right-click on the device name and select update driver software.
4. A dialog box shud pop up. Select browse my computer for driver software
5. Another screen shud appear. Here, select let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer
6. On the next screen, you should see a possible list of options...look for MTP USB device
7. Select it and click next. It will reinstall and your computer will detect the device.

Hope this helps.

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Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 11:49am On Dec 09, 2016
DeLioncourt:
Possible solution.

Connect your phone to your computer.
1. Open start menu and search for device manager
2. Look through the list for "portable devices"... if it is the problem, you should see a yellow caution triangle beside your phone's name.
3. Right-click on the device name and select update driver software.
4. A dialog box shud pop up. Select browse my computer for driver software
5. Another screen shud appear. Here, select let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer
6. On the next screen, you should see a possible list of options...look for MTP USB device
7. Select it and click next. It will reinstall and your computer will detect the device.

Hope this helps.

Yes, thanks. Its working.

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Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by blessedvisky(m): 4:05pm On Dec 09, 2016
Your laptop has become proud, just like NL Mods undecided angry
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by pamcode(m): 4:10pm On Dec 09, 2016
Did you update your laptop to windows 10
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by LordPherule(m): 5:51am On Dec 10, 2016
DeLioncourt:
Possible solution.

Connect your phone to your computer.
1. Open start menu and search for device manager
2. Look through the list for "portable devices"... if it is the problem, you should see a yellow caution triangle beside your phone's name.
3. Right-click on the device name and select update driver software.
4. A dialog box shud pop up. Select browse my computer for driver software
5. Another screen shud appear. Here, select let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer
6. On the next screen, you should see a possible list of options...look for MTP USB device
7. Select it and click next. It will reinstall and your computer will detect the device.

Hope this helps.

Confirmed!
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by kirchofff(m): 12:06am On Dec 13, 2016
Explorers:

Lenovo, Ondo.
where in ondo do u stay bro?
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by Explorers(m): 8:11am On Dec 13, 2016
kirchofff:
where in ondo do u stay bro?

Around ACE.
Re: My Laptop Is Not Detecting Phones, Help. by kirchofff(m): 11:53am On Dec 13, 2016
Explorers:

Around ACE.
i stay around yaba

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