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hey guys ihave run into a dilemma , i have a usb memory stick with 16 mb of space on it and i dont know how to access it . im running windows nt ,, any help is appreciated

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A concise, practical summary for and anyone who finds this thread later: the core issue is the OS, not the stick. Microsoft documented that Windows NT 4.0 has no built‑in USB host‑controller support, so a modern USB flash drive will not be mounted by a stock NT install. For an authoritative reference, see Microsoft Knowledge Base article Q196661. Microsoft KB Q196661. (jeffpar.github.io)

Realistic options and tradeoffs: the simplest, safest fix is to use a PC with Windows 2000/XP (or any modern OS) and copy the files—Windows 2000 and later include generic USB Mass Storage support. USB mass storage device class — OS support notes. (en.wikipedia.org) If upgrading is not possible, third‑party USB stacks (historically IONetworks/Digi and vendor packages such as Dell’s Intea01i) were used to add USB and mass‑storage drivers to NT4; they can work but are unsupported, hardware‑specific, and can cause system instability. See community notes on NT4 USB stacks. NT4 USB information. (nt4ref.zcm.com.au)

Practical checklist to try before giving up:

  • Confirm the exact OS build (System Properties / winver) so you know whether it’s NT4.
  • Check BIOS USB settings and, if present, switch to USB 1.1/legacy mode (older stacks expect 1.1). (BIOS USB settings can affect NT behavior.) (ibm.com)
  • If you install a third‑party NT stack, use Disk Administrator (or equivalent) to assign a drive letter—NT4 does not reliably auto‑assign letters to newly attached volumes at runtime. [NT4 drive/mount behavior and Disk Administrator notes]. (community.osr.com)
  • If the stick is FAT32-formatted, NT4 may not read it without extra drivers; FAT32 support appeared in consumer releases after NT4. [FAT/FAT32/NTFS overview]. (learn.microsoft.com)

Safety notes: do not accept random .exe drivers by email or paste your address in a public thread (as warned). Obtain drivers only from trusted vendor sites or prefer using another machine to move files. For reliability and security, migrating off NT4 or using a different PC remains the recommended solution. (support.microsoft.com)

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Member Avatar for unb0und

you shuold be able to just put the stick into the USB port and windows should recognize it on it's own. then go to my computer~> and there should be an icon for the memory stick. double click it to open it and see the files.

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yeah i didnt try restarting the computer, but it didnt prompt anything.... is there a way that i could find it in dos?

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Not that I know of (in DOS). You need something like WinXP that detects hardware, installs drivers, and mounts volumes on the fly (i.e. plug 'n' play)

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darn , oh well so much for that nifty invention peice of crap cost me 30$ ... shoulda saved up for a good video card

Member Avatar for hitjock

Hi,

I seem to remember that Windows NT does not support USB....
That's why 2000 and XP were created, right ?

Cheers!

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uhhh my friend has a usb mouse on win 98.....

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Whats the brandname of that USB device? XLULUX

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hey guys ihave run into a dilemma , i have a usb memory stick with 16 mb of space on it and i dont know how to access it . im running windows nt ,, any help is appreciated

Right click mycomputer/properties /device manager /and make sure that the univirsal serial bus ,is installed and working [no yellow ! marks] .If its installed and working ,when you plug in your new device windows should see it, and or maybe prompt for drivers for the device .
Does it show up in mycomputer as a storage device ,try right clicking on a file and choose send to and see if it offers the device as a place to send the file to!!:)

Member Avatar for hitjock

Hi,

Ok your friend has W98 and a USB mouse...that's fine...
You state that you have Windows NT running and try to use a USB stick...
Windows NT does not support USB, you'll need to migrate to W2000 or WXp just like I had to do....

Good luck !

Member Avatar for zulu

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

Member Avatar for ksb1

Windows NT does not regonize a memory stick using USB port. Is there some work around?

Member Avatar for john80n

Dear Sir,

I would be glad if you could send me this usb-driver too. I am working with windows nt myself and have the same problem you have discussed about.
My e-mail-adress is:

Kind regards,

john80n

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

Member Avatar for homeplace

I like to have the USB driver.exe for NT. My email address is . Thank you!

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

Member Avatar for TallCool1

hey guys ihave run into a dilemma , i have a usb memory stick with 16 mb of space on it and i dont know how to access it . im running windows nt. Any help is appreciated

Most versions of Windows NT didn't have USB drivers to start with, let alone memory-stick drivers -- they may be included in one of the service packs. You should also check the manufacturer's website for NT drivers.

Member Avatar for thedave113

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

Hi if you still have that driver for NT could I please have a copy my e-mail is

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Can you change the extension from exe to xxx as my firewall stops some exe files being passed

Hopefully thanks for the help:) :)

Member Avatar for Choi

I'd like have USB driver too. Please send me

Member Avatar for Catweazle

Please do NOT leave your email details in this topic expecting a driver to be sent to you.

The offer to send a driver was made once, quite some time back. Leaving your email address in public view on a website is not a wise paractice.

If you scroll back to member caperjack's comment, you'll find a link to a website from where you can download a suitable driver for the purpose.

Member Avatar for casperjr

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

I want one too!

Member Avatar for casperjr

Hi xlulux,

I've a USB driver.exe for NT. So U don't have to move to an other OS. Just write me your Emailaddress, then I'll send it to U.

Greets

I want one too!

Member Avatar for Catweazle

You will find a USB driver for Windows NT by clicking on the link posted above by Caperjack.

Please do NOT ask for people to post their email address. Please do NOT leave your email address on public display. Use the Personal Message system if you need to.

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