How do I update my USB driver on my HP laptop?

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By Alisa | Follow | Last Updated November 24, 2021

This tutorial from MiniTool Software explains how to download and update HP drivers for Windows 10 in 4 ways. Namely, you can go to HP Software and Driver Downloads website, run a Windows Update, update HP device drivers in Device Manager, or use a free driver updater program. Check the details below.

To make your HP laptop, PC, printer, audio, or other devices work well, it’s recommended that you update your HP drivers to the latest version.

Wonder how to download and install the latest driver updates for your HP laptop or PC, HP printer, other HP devices on Windows 10? Below are 4 ways for your reference.

HP Drivers Download and Update for Windows 10 – 4 Methods

Method 1. Download HP Drivers from HP Support website.

• Go to HP Software and Driver Downloads website in your browser. Many HP support drivers are offered.
• Select a device category like Printer, Laptop, Desktop, Other. Here we select Laptop as an example.
• Next, enter your HP laptop serial number and click Submit to identify your product. You may find your laptop serial number on your laptop body. (Related: How to check computer full specs). If you don’t know the serial number of the product, you can click Let HP detect your product to download and install HP Support Assistant that can automatically detect your product information.
• Find the preferred HP laptop drivers in the list to download.

Method 2. Run a Windows Update for HP driver download & update.

To download and install the latest HP drivers for Windows 10 laptop or PC, you can also run a Windows Update. The Windows Update can automatically download and install new updates for your computer including some drivers.

You can go to Windows Settings, click Update & Security, Windows Update, and click Check for updates button. Windows will automatically detect, download and install the new updates.

Method 3. Device Manager lets you update device drivers.

• Right-click Start menu and select Device Manager.
• In Device Manager window, you can expand a device category and find the target HP device or hardware you want to update its driver. Right-click it and select Update driver.
• Then you can choose Search automatically for updated driver software Windows will automatically download and install the available newer driver.

Method 4. Turn to a third-party HP driver update tool

A professional free driver updater can help easily check for driver updates for your Windows 10 laptop or PC. By using a driver updater program, it helps automatically manage, download and install related driver updates on your HP computer.

Top recommended tools include Driver Easy, Driver Booster, Driver Genius, AVG Driver Updater, Smart Driver Care, etc.

How to Recover Deleted Files or Lost Data on PC for Free

Here we also introduce a top free data recovery program for HP computer users. If you mistakenly deleted a file on PC or laptop, you can easily retrieve it.

MiniTool Power Data Recovery is a free data recovery application for Windows 10. It helps you recover any deleted or lost files, photos, videos, etc. from PC, laptop, memory card, USB flash drive, external hard drive, etc. in easy steps.

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Where to get Win 10 USB 3 drivers

What to Know

• Device Manager > Universal Serial Bus controllers > right-click USB Root Hub (USB 3.0) > Uninstall Device.
• To re-install a device, right-click USB Root Hub (USB 3.0) > Properties > Driver > Update Driver.
• Or turn off Power Management by unchecking Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power .

This article explains how to install USB 3.0 drivers. Instructions apply to Windows 10.

It's always worth double-checking the USB port you’re trying to use is USB 3.0 and not 2.0. While that shouldn't stop you from using it, if your concern is slow speeds, you may be using an older port. USB 3.0 ports tend to be blue, while USB 2.0 tends to be white or black.

How to Install USB 3.0 Drivers on Windows 11

How to Install USB 3.0 Drivers on Windows 10

The most likely problem with USB 3.0 drivers on Windows 10 is they've been corrupted somehow. Here's how to reinstall them to make sure they're working as intended.

1. Search for Device Manager in the Windows 10 search bar and select the corresponding result.

2. Scroll down the list of hardware and select Universal Serial Bus controllers.

3. Look down the drop-down list, right-click (or tap and hold) USB Root Hub (USB 3.0), and then select Uninstall Device.

   If you have duplicates, uninstall them all one at a time.

4. Confirm the action, if required to do so, then reboot your device. Windows 10 should reinstall the USB driver automatically upon reboot.

Re-Install the Specific Device

If you're having trouble with one particular USB 3.0 device, you can try reinstalling the drivers just for that. Follow the steps above to access the Device Manager, then plug in the device you're experiencing driver difficulties with. It should appear in the USB list. Repeat the steps in the previous section to uninstall its drivers, then reboot your system as before.

1. Access the Device Manager as in the first step above.

2. Right-click (or tap and hold) USB Root Hub (USB 3.0) and select Properties.

3. Select the Driver tab, then select Update Driver.

4. Select Browse my computer for driver software > Let me pick from a list of available drivers on my computer.

5. Select USB Root Hub (USB 3.0), then select Next. The installation may take a minute, but once complete you'll want to restart your system to finalize the change.

Using Microsoft's USB Diagnosis Tool

Microsoft has a tool specifically designed for fixing problems with USB 3.0 devices and drivers. Download it from the official support website, then run the program as you would any other. It will attempt to diagnose your USB 3.0 problem. If one is discovered, allow it to continue with an attempted fix. You may need to restart your device after completing it.

Update Your System Drivers

Although Windows 10 should have the USB 3.0 drivers you need to use your compatible devices, it may be some other drivers are too out of date to work properly. To update them, you need to know the name and model of your system or device. If you want to be specific, know the motherboard make and model, too.

You can find these using a free system information tool. Once you have them, go to your system or motherboard manufacturer's website and download the latest chipset drivers for your system. Install them as you would any other driver and restart your system.

Update Windows

Updating Windows itself can sometimes fix problematic issues that just won't seem to go away. The latest Windows service packs and updates can fix a myriad of issues, as they're continually improved and tweaked by Microsoft.

How to Change Windows 10 USB Power Settings

If none of the above fixes sorted out your particular problem with USB 3.0 on Windows 10, you can try changing Windows' power settings, as they may be interfering with the USB ports and connected devices.

1. Search for Device Manager using the Windows 10 search bar, and select the corresponding result.

2. Select Universal Serial Bus controllers to expand the section and then right-click (or tap and hold) USB Root Hub (USB 3.0). Select Properties.

3. Choose the Power Management tab and select Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power to disable it.

4. Select OK. If prompted, restart your device.

Why Isn't USB 3.0 Driver on Windows 10 Working?

Like wired and wireless networking drivers, USB 3.0 drivers are a staple of any Windows 10 installation and should be present and correct when you switch to the operating system for the first time. However, upgrades to Windows 10 from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, as well as updates to the latest version of Windows, can sometimes cause conflicts with drivers and cause USB 3.0 devices to stop working as they should.

FAQ

• How do I update drivers on Windows 11?

  Use Windows Update to update drivers in Windows 11. Go to Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates. Expand Driver updates, select the drivers shown, and select Download & Install.

• How do I install motherboard drivers with USB?

  To install motherboard drivers via USB media, go to your motherboard manufacturer's website and download the drivers directly to your USB flash drive. Connect the USB drive to your Windows PC, open the driver files, and follow the prompts to install the drivers.

• How do I uninstall USB drivers?

  To uninstall USB drivers, open Device Manager and select View. Next, turn on Show Hidden Devices. Choose the type of device you want to uninstall drivers from, expand the menu, and right-click your specific device > select Uninstall > Delete the driver software for this device > OK.

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