Many USB Problems are the result of improper settings in the BIOS. To achieve proper USB connectivity the BIOS needs to be a properly working partner.
Enable USB in the BIOS
USB is often disabled by Default in the BIOS. To enable USB in the BIOS one or more of the following statements must be true.
USB Keyboard – DOS or Enabled (Even if you have NO USB Keyboard)
Legacy USB Support – Enabled
and/or
Assign IRQ for USB – Enabled (Some combinations of OS and BIOS version require this setting to be Disabled).
If there are NO references to USB in the BIOS setup, your BIOS Version Needs To Be Updated.