Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

USB DriverThe Gigaware USB to Serial Driver is nothing more than another USB driver from Prolific. The installation process has been explained here (FT232R USB UART Driver). The driver has been added below for the Gigaware version of the software. If it does not work then take a look at the Prolific original drivers.

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

The Gigaware USB to Serial Driver is a crucial software program. Likewise facilitating communication between a computer and devices possessing a serial communication interface. Such as GPS receivers or microcontrollers, using a USB to serial adapter. Its key features include acting as a bridge between the USB and serial interfaces, converting data formats and signaling for seamless communication.

This driver is essential for users reliant on devices with serial interfaces. Likewise, enabling connections to computers equipped only with USB ports. Its applications span diverse fields, including microcontroller programming, industrial equipment monitoring, and data collection from sensors. Proper driver installation is vital; without it. The computer may fail to recognize the adapter or connected devices, leading to unreliable data transfer. Compatibility checks before purchase are advised. Installation instructions can be found in the provided guide, and further details.

Prolific made a number of products in the USB to serial range and Gigaware was only a generic copy of the original hardware. You can download the driver below. If it does not work – check the original post for assistance.

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Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

(Click accept as Chrome blocks the file) Generic

 

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Gigaware – Other hardware – USB to Serial Cable

(Windows XP, Windows XP 64-Bit Edition Version 2003) 2013

 

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Gigaware – Other hardware – USB to Serial Cable

(Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and later drivers , Windows 10) 2013

 

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Gigaware – Bus Controllers and Ports – Gigaware USB to Serial Cable

(Windows Vista) 2010

 

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Gigaware – Bus Controllers and Ports – Gigaware USB to Serial Cable

(Windows XP, Windows XP 64-Bit Edition Version 2003) 2010

 

Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Gigaware – Bus Controllers and Ports – Gigaware USB to Serial Cable

(Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and later drivers) 2010

 

These are the last drivers for the Gigaware hardware.

 

Hardware ID

The hardware ID is what the driver can be used for. There are two. The Radioshack and Gigaware cards.

Gigaware USB to Serial Cable

USB\VID_05AD&PID_0FBA

RadioShack USB to Serial Cable

USB\VID_05AD&PID_0FBA

 

How to install the Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

In order to install this driver you will need to download the zip file above and extract the content. What you should have is the following in the directory where you extracted the file. You will note that there is an .inf file called SV9PL.ing. You will need to right-click on that file.

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Gigaware USB to Serial Driver

Once you right-click on the file you will see the following options on your new menu

Gigaware-serial

You will then need to click on the install option and the driver will then install the serial driver for you. Note again that this is a Vista / Win7 / Win8 driver and it is only the inf file so it cant be run in compatibility mode. Most of the drivers on this website tends to be mainly for older computers.

This where the drivers are becoming increasingly hard to find even though the hardware is still around. Some hardware might not be for that specific hardware but the chipset may be the same as someone else’s hardware. The features might thus be limiting. Having said that however it normally still gets you to operate the device in its usable mode. The Gigaware USB to Serial Driver  is no different as Gigaware used a Prolific chipset.

 

Company: Prolific Technology Inc.
Driver Manufacturer: Gigaware
Driver Class: Other Hardware
Provider: Gigaware
Version: 3.4.50.276
Driver Model: USB to Serial Cable
Version Date: 4/22/2013

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