How can I tell Windows to Ignore a USB device?

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I plug my phone into USB just so it can charge up. I don't want to see a dialog box (the Found New Hardware Wizard) each time looking for the device drivers. I never intend to use the phone with this computer -- just charge the phone.

I would prefer to ignore only that specific device, if possible. Thanks.

Maybe there is a dummy, do-nothing driver somewhere.

score 5 · Accepted Answer · answered Feb 15 '11 at 18:39

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You could try going into the Device Manager and setting the device to disabled.

answered Feb 15 '11 at 18:39

Dennis Williamson

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score 0 · Answer 2 · answered Feb 15 '11 at 18:41

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Is your phone a droid by any chance? There is a setting on the droids for 'charge only'. If you reply with your phone model, I can try and find a quick answer. My point is, I think its in different places on each phone.

answered Feb 15 '11 at 18:41

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How can I tell Windows to Ignore a USB device?

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