1. System restore to when it worked.
2. Don't accept drivers from Windows Update.
But you write it killed the card. This would be a first. I've yet to find a software to kill such things. Wipe the memory yes, but not kill it.
Bob
I have a Fujitsu Siemens laptop that runs on windows vista and has never given me any problems.
Whilst in the middle east I bought an ALFA network card (AWUS036H) which connects through a USB port and strengths the ability to receive a wireless signal.
Windows updated today and all of a sudden, the light on the card is out. In fact, upon login i get the "USB Device Not Recognized" message.
Any ideas on how I can get the card working again and avoid relying on the laptops internal means of detecting a wireless network?
would love if anyone can help.
thanks

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