USB 2.0 Information Frequently Asked Questions about USB 2.0 Intel® Motherboards: USB 2.0 drivers for Intel® motherboards are available. Some motherboards also include drivers on the motherboard software and drivers CD. Instructions for enabling USB 2.0 on Intel motherboards Non-Intel Motherboards Intel® 82801DB I/O Controller Hub (ICH4) or newer Intel chipsets utilizing the Intel® 82801DB I/O controller hub (ICH4) or newer support USB 2.0. The Intel® Chipset Identification utility can determine if your system has this I/O controller hub. Intel® 82801DB or newer USB Controller OS Requirements Operating System USB 2.0 requirements Windows* XP USB 2.0 drivers are provided in Service Pack 1* (SP1) for Windows XP, which is available through Windows Update*. Windows* 2000 USB 2.0 drivers are available through Windows Update* or Service Pack 4. Windows* 98 (Retail) Developers and OEMs should contact Orange Ware*. For end-users, if your device does not ship with Windows 98 drivers, contact your device or system manufacturer. If USB 2.0 drivers are not available, your device will operate at USB 1.1 speeds Linux* USB 2.0 support is available in kernel 2.4.19* or later development kernels, or in the 2.4.19 or later production kernel. More information. Third Party USB Controllers Some motherboards use a USB controller chip from a third party, such as NEC*. Drivers for the USB controller should be provided by the system or motherboard manufacturer. Please refer to the USB Resources and Documentation area below for more information. USB 1.1 USB Driver Update (for USB 1.1 and earlier): Recent versions of most operating systems (including Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP, and Linux*) include fully functional drivers for the USB port of Intel® chipsets. In order for Device Manager to show what USB controller is in the system, the chipset must be recognized by the operating system. Some systems require the Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility in order for the operating system to fully recognize the chipset. Do I need the Intel® Chipset Software Installation Utility? Note There are no separate USB (version 1.1 and earlier) drivers available for download for Intel® chipsets. Troubleshooting If the manufacturer/vendor of a USB device recommends downloading an Intel® USB driver update as part of troubleshooting your USB device, please contact Microsoft* for USB driver support. Intel manufactures the host controller but the driver is from Microsoft. While the Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility provides functionality, it will not install updated USB drivers; these are available from Microsoft. For further troubleshooting, contact the USB device manufacturer. USB Resources and Documentation Additional information http://www.usb.org/* USB driver support in Linux*

USB drivers for Intel® Motherboards

USB 2.0 drivers for Intel® motherboards are available for your motherboard. Some motherboards also include drivers on the motherboard software and drivers CD.

This applies to:

Intel® 3 Series Chipsets Intel® 810 Chipset Family Intel® 815 Chipset Family Intel® 848P Chipset Intel® 852/855 Chipset Family Intel® 865 Chipset Family Intel® 875P Chipset Intel® 910 Express Chipset Family Intel® 915 Express Chipset Family Intel® 925X Express Chipset Family Intel® 945 Express Chipset Family Intel® 955X Express Chipset Intel® 965 Express Chipset Family Intel® 975X Express Chipset Mobile Intel® 910GML Express Chipset Mobile Intel® 915 Express Chipset Family Mobile Intel® 945 Express Chipset Family Mobile Intel® 965 Express Chipset Family