VirtualBox lets you run many operating systems in a virtual environment without affecting your host system files.
But many users face an issue while connecting a USB equipment to their VirtualBox Virtual machine.
Now, you know the possible reasons why VirtualBox throws an error code when you connect a USB rig.
Restart VirtualBox
Before you move on to other advanced fixes, restart the VirtualBox system.
If restarting the app doesnt work, restart Windows.
It will restart all the processes and services including the ones VirtualBox needs to function properly.
Now, connect a USB equipment and take a stab at attach it to a virtual machine in VirtualBox.
If it still doesnt show up, move to the next fix.
Launch the File Explorer and go to This PC and verify if the USB drive appears there.
In that case, try connecting another USB drive to VirtualBox virtual machine.
you’re gonna wanna implement the extension pack to add USB 2.0 or 3.0 devices.
Heres how to do it.
Update VirtualBox
An outdated version of VirtualBox can encounter errors.
Heres how to update VirtualBox on Windows.
Reinstalling the USB drivers can fix the driver issue and allow USB devices to connect with the virtual machine.
Heres how to do it.
Check your USB devices for errors and verify that they mount properly on the host system.
Reinstall USB drivers if you face the error again.
Lastly, remove VirtualBox from the system and do a fresh installation.
