Windows xp not recognizing nexus 7

DanHulme, my solution was just to keep trying again and again until it works I have no idea why. Do you think this is eligible for a real answer? Show 2 more comments. Active Oldest Votes. Had similar problem with Google Nexus7 Connected device to PC. Some informaition in the internet points, that in case of problems drivers installation, it's better to use USB 2. And press OK. In most of cases, previous 6 steps should be enough to install drivers, but each time I received next error: "The folder you specified doesn't contain a compatible software driver for your device.

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What happened when you tried them? Sometimes what works for one doesn't work for another and the other way around. TonyT ,. I do it all the time, my Nexus 7 opens up in my XP pro explore window!! So what are you trying to do exactly?? Opened Windows explorer with Windows Media Player opened and could not see device. Nexus Root Toolkit did not recognize it.

I am now looking at and trying out different Android File manager Apps to do it wirelessly instead of using USB connection. So I am halfway there. Hope that helps, njb. Reboot your computer. Any other inappropriate content or behavior as defined by the Terms of Use or Code of Conduct. Any image, link, or discussion related to child pornography, child nudity, or other child abuse or exploitation.

After selecting MTP as your interface, you should be able to access your Nexus folders and everything else. Was this reply helpful? Yes No.

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