If the drive is "Read Only," the PID 1666 hardware may have locked itself to prevent data loss.
: Refers to the DataTraveler 100 G3 / Exodia hardware line.
To ensure your device stays safe, avoid third-party "driver updater" sites. : Visit the Kingston Support Page .
If your computer sees the ID but can't access the files, try these steps: 1. Update Drivers via Device Manager Right-click > Device Manager . Expand Universal Serial Bus controllers . Find the entry for Kingston/Mass Storage Device . Right-click > Update driver . 2. Check Disk Management Search for "Create and format hard disk partitions." Look for a "Removable" disk with "Unallocated" space. Right-click the block and select New Simple Volume . 3. Fix Write Protection
Most modern operating systems handle these devices automatically.
: Kingston occasionally releases firmware to fix "Write Protect" errors.
: Use ChipGenius to verify if your VID/PID matches the internal controller (useful for spotting fakes).