Problems connecting iPaq to PC (Drivers?)

[zalmanp]

I bought a ipaq 3845 but I don't have the companion CD for it. My OS is Windows 2000, The Pocket Pc's OS is Pocket Pc 2002.

I have downloaded ActiveSync 7 and it can't locate the Pocket Pc. In 'Device Manager' I have an Unknown USB Device that I uninstalled. When I restart my computer, as soon as I get into Windows (regardless of whether or not the USB is plugged in) it detects a new hardware, and tries to install it. It installs 'Unknown Device' and it has the Code 28 error message (Can't find Drivers). I tried re-installing the drivers, but the only one available is the 'Unknown Device'.

I have WCEUSBSH.INF, which I think is the driver needed (It comes with ActiveSync 7). How can I get Windows to recognize the driver? Is it the wrong driver?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[routermad]

Active sync is just a simple program written by MS to comm with the iPAQ. You will find this program will work with Palm devices.

I suggest you search the HP website for drivers.

 

[Flyfifer]

I had a host of problems with an IPAQ and PC running Windows XP. Same error messages.

Googled over this little nugget.

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/bevhoward/ASync.htm#USB

HTH,

Flyfifer