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The ubuntu live tag covers discussions where users boot into a live Ubuntu environment from a DVD or USB to diagnose hardware issues on Windows systems. In the tagged thread, a Windows 7 user with USB detection problems uses a live Ubuntu DVD to confirm that the USB ports are functional, ruling out a hardware fault. This approach is a common troubleshooting technique for isolating whether a problem is caused by Windows configuration, drivers, or physical hardware. The tag is relevant for users seeking to test hardware independence from their installed Windows OS.
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 Not detecting USB devices

    Running windows 7 x64 . Symptons are : USB is not detecting state change for stor devices or wireless lan. Seems that devices that were working beofre "the Event" are still working any new device is not detected. I've tried a range of USB keys and a USB wireless lan. I've booted into live...
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    • boot issues device manager driver update event log hardware issues operating system power management problem event registry software conflict system restore troubleshooting ubuntu live usb usb drives usb hub windows 7 windows update wireless lan
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    • Forum: Windows Hardware
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