WT4090 - ActiveSync and "Connect to Device Failed"

Quick note today, but hopefully may prevent someone tearing their hair out.

The WT4090 has a "quirk" with it's ActiveSync connection which may wreak havoc with Visual Studio when you try to debug a project or deploy to the device. You will see a "Connect to Device Failed" message when attempting either of those two actions. This occurs when your device is tethered to your PC when your PC starts up. To rectify, simply lift the device from it's cradle for 5 seconds then replace. The device should make that distinct "ActiveSync" sound when it re-docks and you should be good to go!

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