No firmware and USB problem

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I have a large problem, my wifes galaxy s won't go by the first screen (says GALAXY S GT-I9000)
So i thought i'd fix it using odin using the 3 button combo. But that isn't working anymore.
Luckily i have a usb jig which gets me to the download mode ...... but !
When i connect the pc cable (tried 2 OE samsung ones) i get device not recognized so i can't use odin to fix it.

What can i do, or do i have to send it to a repair centre to be resurrected ?

I have searched and searched but not found any topics with the same issues i have on her phone.

[stonkr]

I know it sounds simple and I expect you've already done this so just ignore me.

You've taken out the battery for a few minutes. You've tried all the USB ports. The cable(s) work OK with another Galaxy S. Kies is not running, at all. You maybe have another PC to try. You tried connecting the cable to the PC first then the phone, then the other way round. You've tried when sober and when drunk.

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Tried all the above repeatedly

[stonkr]

Thought you would have.

I'm thinking the same as you, some kind of hardware failure.

Unfortunately.

[Doomed]

I don't think you was drunk enough

Have you stuck the phone on charge for a while, then see if you can get into the recovery mode.

Also you could try Heimdall. When I get time and my computer decides to play nice, I'll post some pictures and how to use it if your unsure.