Hmm... still no joy. I'm on XP Pro, 32-bit and Kies Mini never sees the phone, USB debug or Kies USB.
The phone is reset to factory, but rooted. Could that be it?
TIA!
Bill
They have some info about Kies not seeing your phone on the page.
Kies Mini Does Not Detect The Phone:
Depending on the amount of data stored in the phone memory, this could impair Kies Mini's ability to detect the device. It may be necessary to remove the microSD card (Requirements). Should problems persist, the internal memory may need to be purged. Backup all desired data (using instructions provided above) and then go to Menu>Settings>Privacy >Factory Data Reset. Follow the onscreen instructions and after reboot, attempt to connect to Kies Mini.
The Media Scan process could produce a loop if connected while in progress. If this occurs, disconnect and power cycle the device. Wait until the device fully boots and the process is finished before connecting again.
When the handset goes into download mode instructed by Kies Mini, additional drivers need to be installed. A timeout may occur from the time the drivers install until Kies Mini can detect. Should this occur, close Kies Mini and remove the cable. Next, remove the battery cover and battery. Afterwards, insert the battery, place the cover back on, and power on the device. When the device reboots, connect the data cable and open Kies Mini.
Also they say uninstall the Samsung drivers BEFORE and then get new ones. I had only copied some pics from my phone to my computer once. I didn't have to remove the drivers, but I had to let Kies look on Windows Update for the drivers. I tried to install the drivers from Kies, but it wouldn't see my phone then.