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how to disable the data line of one usb port?

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So I have a device that I just want to charge through my computer. When it detects a data line (ie computer usb port as opposed to wall charger adapter), it becomes unusable. I've heard there is a way to just disable the data line - which i have found, but it in turn disables more than one usb port while the others revert to usb 1.1 standard.

I have a e1505 and i've found that disabling ports USB host controller at ports 27C8 and 27CB (of ports 27C8 through 27CC available) disable two of them and revert the others to 1.1 standard ie slow. disabling only one of them still has the data lines in all of the ports active. now it is somewhat of a hassle to enable/disable them over and over and i was wondering if anyone knows of an easier way or a certain combination or messing with the 5 root hubs. disabling it as a mass storage device does not work, even after unplugging and plugging it into the same port
post #2 of 5
Why not get one of those little USB wall chargers? They provide same power as a USB port. You can also use a powered hub without the USB cable attached to the computer.
post #3 of 5
Get a USB cord and cut the wire?
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Thread Starter 
well i was just looking for software solution, rather than buying and carrying around either a wall charger or the usb hub (both which require an outlet as opposed to just using a laptop) or modifying a usb cable. well i was more specifically wondering if anyone was successful in fooling around with windows.
post #5 of 5
have you tried disabling the USB ports in the BIOS? This might just make them invisible to the OS but still allow you to get power from the port. Not sure if it would work, but its worth a shot
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