[IanH]

Originally Posted by whatthehuck

I'd have to look at it again, but it seems like a very basic 3.5'-4' long usb to usb mini. I got this one in 10ft https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091SQKMQK...sin_title&th=1

To eliminate the cable as the culprit i would try this one.

https://a.co/d/dRGCMK1


Edit: or the other monoprice one. Good brand!

[BroDoze]

This one works perfect for me. I love the extra length (that’s what she said.)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QRP6CGF...sin_title&th=1

[whatthehuck]

Originally Posted by IanH

To eliminate the cable as the culprit i would try this one.

https://a.co/d/dRGCMK1


Edit: or the other monoprice one. Good brand!

I actually got this first and it didn't work so I tried the other brand that I posted. I'm wondering if somehow it's the laptop that's causing the problem... But if the other cords work, and a couple USB sticks work, it's GOTTA be the cable right?

[IanH]

Originally Posted by whatthehuck

I actually got this first and it didn't work so I tried the other brand that I posted. I'm wondering if somehow it's the laptop that's causing the problem... But if the other cords work, and a couple USB sticks work, it's GOTTA be the cable right?

I like the idea above of using a USB 3 USBa m-f extender. The issue with long cables is USB voltage is too low, I believe usb3, if the port on the laptop is also USB 3, will be better in this regard.

Back in the day I remember using powered USB cables for DSLR to avoid this same problem.