Look at the product packaging or use device manager to see if it lists FTDI or Prolific. Download: Download the .zip or .exe file to your computer.
Windows recognizes the hardware plug-in but cannot match it with a driver file. Z-tek Usb To Serial Comm Port Driver Free Download
| Chipset | Driver Source | Latest Version | Compatible OS | |---------|--------------|----------------|----------------| | | Prolific Official Website | v6.7.1 (Win 11/10/8/7) | Windows 11 down to 2000 | | Prolific PL-2303 (old TA, TB versions) | Prolific Legacy Archive | v3.3.2.105 (Win 7 only) | Windows 7 (not for 10/11) | | Silicon Labs CP210x | Silicon Labs Official | v11.2.0 | Win 11/10/8/7, macOS, Linux | | Generic CH340/CH341 (some budget Z-Tek) | WCH Official | v3.8 | Win 11/10/8/7, macOS, Linux | Look at the product packaging or use device
Identify your chipset using the device properties (detailed in the installation section below) and download directly from the source: | Chipset | Driver Source | Latest Version
Windows 10 and 11 often block older Prolific chips. If you see a yellow exclamation mark with a "Code 10" error, try these fixes: