# Unstable USB connection (ath9k_htc: USB layer deinitialized)
-We get some bug report about unstable connections and different weird issues. Before reporting a bug, please check:
+We get some bug reports about unstable connections and different weird issues. Before reporting a bug, please check:
* is it working with other (shorter?) cable? This HW seems to be picky about cable quality, so check it.
* is it working with powered USB hub? People had issues with some specific usb controllers. Test on other HW if possible, or at least find some cheap powered usb hub.
* is it working with LED disabled? LEDs are triggered from host over USB. Looks like some host controllers don't like it. Use this command: