Eclipse/adb frequently disconnects from my device

Question

While debugging, my device frequently disconnects from my PC, usually after every debug session. The device still appears in the DDMS list but the status is \"offline\". The

Answer 1

The following two solutions worked for me.

You can try either of the two or both of them.

1. Restart device.
2. Free some internal storage space (Works in most of the cases).

Answer 2

If you are running on Mac OS Sierra and Android Studio 2.1.2 or 2.2.0 then just upgrade your SDK-Platform Tools to 24.0.4 and Restart Android Studio. This will fix it.

Answer 3

I had the same problem with Galaxy Nexus running CM 10.1.

Updating KIES with latest version seems to have fixed the issue.

Answer 4

I was able to fix this problem for good by updating Samsung Kies, which installed an updated driver for my phone. I suggest you try reinstalling any device drivers.

Answer 5

Patiently, try fixing the USB cord by massaging it and reconnect it to the USB hub securly but not to tight. Also, do not connect with too many USB extended cables or hub or the connection between the device and Eclipse IDE will interfere the duration.

And one thing, do tried putting your device and the USB cord to any flat surface (e.g. table) to support the long cable?

Answer 6

Connect your device through a powered USB hub. Some machines, including new apple macbooks, do not have enough power in the USB ports causing ADB to constantly disconnect.

If your device is rooted, you can connect it to adb via wifi. This is very comfortable, much more than wired USB. Of course you don't always have a rooted device.