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The thread discusses a USB recognition issue after installing Windows XP on a Dell XPS for a dual-boot setup. The original poster seeks help, and responses suggest using tools like EasyBCD, reconnecting USB devices, checking for hardware damage, and installing the appropriate drivers, particularly the Windows XP chipset drivers from Dell. Overall, the advice focuses on troubleshooting hardware recognition problems through driver installation and basic hardware checks.

Deepak8006

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Hii,

I recently installed windows xp on dell xps to make it a dual boot system. After installing i found that its not recognizizng USB device. Any help in this regard.

Thanks a lot. I really appreciate your time.
 

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Deppak8006,

When dual booting multiple operating systems on your computer you also need to install system drivers for the specific operating system. You can click the link below to download and install the XP drivers for your system. The specific drivers that you will need for your computer is the Windows XP Chipset Drivers in order for the usb ports to work. Also, install the others as well.

Dell Drivers Download Page
Support for Home Users | Dell US

Drivers Install Order and Help
Drivers and Downloads | Dell [United States]

Thank You,
JesseatDell
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hiqasim

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well if the problem is with dual boot, try a freeware named EasyBCD to manage multiple OS's on your PC
 

marinaa

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That happens to me sometimes. I just unplug & re-plug. It usually recognizes after that.-
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JesseATdell

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Deppak8006,

When dual booting multiple operating systems on your computer you also need to install system drivers for the specific operating system. You can click the link below to download and install the XP drivers for your system. The specific drivers that you will need for your computer is the Windows XP Chipset Drivers in order for the usb ports to work. Also, install the others as well.

Dell Drivers Download Page
Support for Home Users | Dell US

Drivers Install Order and Help
Drivers and Downloads | Dell [United States]

Thank You,
JesseatDell
Dell Social Media and Communities
 

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