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Question posted by leadebie on February 28th, 2013

Mass Storage Controller Driver

Since I installed Windows 8, I have a problem with my laptop. The mass storage controller driver is missing. Where can I find it? Thanks!

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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on March 1st, 2013 1:46 AM
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The mass storage controller driver is usually included in the Operating System. However, if this was disabled you cannot use the USB ports of your Dell Vostro 1710. Please follow the steps below on how you can enable/update its driver.

1. Click Start/Windows logo

2. Right click My Computer/Computer

3. Click the Deevice Manager

4. Click the Universal Serial Bus Controllers

5. Right click the USB Mass USB Mass Storage device

6. Finally, click the Update Driver or Enable

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