[Firmware] Sansa Express 01.01.12 firmware released

I have the same exact problem, but I have the 1GB version and I’m using Windows Vista.  Same exact error message and all.  When I try to connect to the computer it shows a graphic of the mp3 player and the computer connected by some weird blob (looks like static and it’s in the shape of a square).  When the device isn’t connected to the computer and I try to turn it on, I get the SanDisk logo and then nothing.  I hope someone can help.