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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about extension cables focus on using them to extend USB connections for external devices like DVD burners and headsets. Users report that extension cables can cause connectivity issues, such as drives not being recognized when plugged into a hub or extender, but working when connected directly to the motherboard. Topics include selecting the right cable length for desktop setups and troubleshooting USB device detection problems related to cable extensions.
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    Windows 10 External DVD burner

    Hi everybody, I have HP Omen desktop that does not come with DVD burner. So I have to buy external one for my DVD s with pics on it. Nothing big. Not sure which one to but but found this one : VersionTECH. External CD DVD Drive, USB 3.0 Type C Ultra-Slim Superdrive Optical Burner Writer Player...
    • brod298
    • Thread
    • cable management compatibility device recommendation dvd burning extension cable external drive hp omen optical drive tech support usb 3.0 user query windows 10
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows Vista Troubleshooting Mic Monitoring Across Windows 7 and Vista with USB Headset Issues

    So, I have an issue I'm trying to figure right now. I just recently bought a USB Headset for clearer recording of my voice when talking to others. However, I'm often using two computers: my main Desktop with Windows 7, and my Laptop with Windows Vista. Often, I'll play a game on my Windows 7...
    • Chamenas
    • Thread
    • audio issues audio settings device properties extension cable game sound gaming hardware compatibility headset input settings microphone on-device listening recording splitter stereo troubleshooting voice chat windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. JazMac

    Windows 7 Portable External Iomega SimpleTech drives don't show up

    I'm running Win 7, RC1 and it's great. However, my portable drives don't show up when I plug them in. I have an external Maxtor 250 that connects to the same computer via USB and it works fine. But the portables do not. One is a SimpleTech 120GB and the other is an Iomega 250GB. Both work fine...
    • JazMac
    • Thread
    • computer connection issues desktop device registration driver issues drivers extension cable external drive firewall hardware issues iomega maxtor portable drive simpletech storage tech support troubleshooting usb windows 7 windows vista
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware