How to Install Win USB 2 Drivers
USB 2.0 allows compatible USB devices to reach much faster speeds than the original USB 1.0 system. It is also compatible with USB 1.0 devices, although they will not get the speed of devices made for USB 2.0. In order to get the drivers to support this technology on Windows XP, you will need to install the service pack that has the USB drivers in it, known as Windows Service Pack 3.
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Things You'll Need
- Internet Explorer
- Computer with Internet access
- Windows XP with Service Pack 1a or 2 installed
Instructions
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Open the Windows Update website (see the "Reference" section of this article) in your Internet Explorer window. The website will assess what updates need to be installed to your computer.
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Click on the "Express" option for updating your computer. On the next window that appears, Windows Service Pack 3 should be in the list of updates for your computer. Click on the "Install" button. This will start the download of the service pack and open the service pack installation wizard.
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Follow the prompts on the service pack installation wizard to install your pack. Restart your computer at the end of the installation. The USB drivers will be installed and ready for use when your computer fully reboots.
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Tips & Warnings
If you have not installed Service Pack 1a or 2 yet, you may use the steps in this article to download those service packs before installing Service Pack 3. You may also order Service Pack 3 via a CD.
Even if you have the drivers necessary to support USB 2.0, your hardware may not support it. You may need to upgrade your hardware.
