I Have a maxtor 3000LS but when i plug it in it starts searching for drivers then doesnt install there is no disk with it to install from a disc someone help




Support Information:
Device Type: Hard Drive
Manufacturer: Maxtor
Model: 3000LS
Interface: USB
Operating System: Windows 98SE
Age of Device: < 6 months old
FCCID:

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: I Have a maxtor 3000LS but when i plug it in it starts searching for drivers then doesnt install there is no disk with it to install from a disc someone help
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It's helps to read the installation instructions FIRST..... it's not as simple as by-passing all instructions that Maxtor takes the time to publish on their website.
File Name:
ps3000ls_98se_drivers.exe (http://downloads.maxtor.com/_files/maxtor/en_us/downloads/ps3000ls_98se_drivers.exe)
<---click here to download



File Download Size: 381 KB

File Version: 1.0

Revision Date: 02/22/03

Compatible Operating Systems: Windows 98

Description: Windows 98/98SE driver for Maxtor 3000LS external usb hard drive.

Please follow these steps for proper installation:
1: Download and extract ps3000ls_98se_drivers.exe to the computer to which you connect the 3000LS to. Maxtor suggests that you extract the file to the C:\> drive.
2: Install your hardware as instructed. When you connect the drive to your computer with the USB cable, the Windows Add New Hardware Wizard will appear. Click Next on this first screen.
3: On the second screen, select the option to Search for the best driver and click Next.
4: On the third screen, select the option to find the directory containing the 98SE Drivers (e.g., C:\3000LS_98SE_Drivers) for a driver and click Next.
5: The Hardware Wizard should find a driver directory called TPPFX.INF. Click Next to install this driver.
6: After a moment, the Hardware Wizard should tell you Windows has finished installing the software. Click Finish.
7: A couple of information screens will appear briefly. Your drive is now ready to use.





Support Information:
: Device Type:
Hard Drive
: Manufacturer:
Maxtor
: Model:
3000LS
: Interface:
USB
: Operating System:
Windows 98SE
: Age of Device:
< 6 months old
: FCCID: