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The tag c:\windows\syswow64 is discussed in the context of Windows 7 64-bit systems, particularly when troubleshooting USB device recognition issues. In one thread, a user encounters a "USB device not recognized" error with a Canon camera that works on a laptop but not on a desktop PC. The SysWOW64 folder, which stores 32-bit system files on 64-bit Windows, may be relevant when examining driver paths or system file locations during such hardware problems. The discussion highlights common troubleshooting steps like checking Device Manager for unknown devices with yellow exclamation marks and verifying driver installations, though no direct driver file from SysWOW64 is mentioned.
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    Windows 7 "Device not Recognized" camera on USB

    PC Windows 7 64 bit .... Trying to connect a new camera (Canon G16) via USB lead into PC When I plug camera into PC ... get "USB device not recognized" when I click on error msg (Windows) shows as 'unknown device' resolution offered is that it asks me to install driver for device, which I...
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    • c:\windows\syswow64 camera canon device manager device not recognized device recognition driver issues drivers error message hardware issues laptop pc connectivity plug and play reboot issues tech support troubleshooting unknown device usb windows 7 yellow exclamation
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support