How to Fix USB Constantly Connecting and Disconnecting?

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If your USB device keeps connecting and disconnecting, it could be due to loose ports, outdated drivers, or power management settings. Try using a different port, updating USB drivers, or disabling USB selective suspend in power options. If the issue persists and your data becomes inaccessible, BLR Pen Drive Data Recovery Software can help recover lost files efficiently. Whether the drive is corrupted or unstable, this tool ensures safe data retrieval while you fix USB constantly connecting problems.

Here are the steps to fix USB constantly connecting and disconnecting:

1. Try a Different USB Port or Cable
Plug the USB into another port or use a different cable to check for hardware issues.

2. Update USB Drivers
Open Device Manager → Expand Universal Serial Bus Controllers → Right-click the USB device → Click Update driver → Select Search automatically for drivers.

3. Disable USB Selective Suspend
Go to Control Panel → Power Options → Click Change plan settings → Change advanced power settings → Expand USB settings → Disable USB selective suspend.

4. Check for Hardware Issues
Test the USB on another PC to see if the issue persists.

5. Change Power Management Settings
Open Device Manager → Right-click the USB root hub → Properties → Power Management → Uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.

6. Scan for Corruption and Fix Errors
Open Command Prompt (Admin) → Type:

chkdsk X: /f /r /x

(Replace "X" with your USB drive letter).

7. Recover Data Before Further Damage
If the USB drive becomes inaccessible due to constant disconnections, use BLR Pen Drive Data Recovery Software to restore lost files before fixing the issue.

 

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