Mass storage device Fault

Question

Hi everyone,

I have a recurring issue with my card readers. When I remove my SD card the safe way as requested a fault is shown on my drive in device manager and I cannot use any card readers until I reboot. I get the message'

Windows cannot use this hardware device because it has been prepared for "safe removal", but it has not been removed from the computer. (Code 47)

To fix this problem, unplug this device from your computer and then plug it in again.

Click 'Check for solutions' to send data about this device to Microsoft and to see if there is a solution available.

One thing I have noticed on start up is the safely remove icon on my task bar is always there. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

zippy56 · Answer

Not really sure, but I have latest updates for usb driver.

GioAguilar · Answer

Have you updated chipset driver?

GioAguilar · Answer

What system do you have?

zippy56 · Answer

I have a Dimension 9200 core 2 duo e6600 with 4 gig memory

GioAguilar · Answer

Try chipset, it may help

zippy56 · Answer

Thanks for info, I have found downloadsite for my system and will update chipset. I am on nights tonight so it may be a while before I can tell you the result. thanks again

Mary G · Answer

SD cards are not hardware--more like a cd or dvd disk-- and should be removed without using the Safely remove hardware utility. Just remove it after waiting until it is no longer active or being accessed by the computer.

Message Edited by Mary G on 07-05-2007 02:19 PM

zippy56 · Answer

Thanks for confirmation of Marys answer Bill. Excellent relpys from all involved. Thankyou   Zippy56

zippy56 · Answer

Cheers MaryG.  all ok now.

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Mass storage device Fault

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