I can’t use an older hardware device with Windows XP

Cause: In order for any hardware device to work with Windows XP, there must be a driver that will work with Windows XP. The problem with older hardware devices is that a new driver for the device may not be available. You can check out the manufacturer’s Web site and see if a new driver software is available. If not, you may simply be stuck.




If you can’t get a new driver, your only solution is to buy a new device that is compatible with Windows XP. Just as with a steering wheel, you can’t drive a car without one; and Windows XP cannot drive a hardware device without a driver.