Downloading the Correct Driver for the GPIB-USB-HS(+)

Updated Aug 6, 2026

Reported In

Hardware

  • GPIB-USB-HS
  • GPIB-USB-HS+

Driver

  • NI-488.2

Issue Details

I am using the GPIB-USB-HS or GPIB-USB-HS+. Which driver do I need for the device, and where can I find it?

Solution

The NI GPIB hardware devices require the NI-488.2 driver. Use the following steps to identify and download a compatible driver version for the device:

  1. Identify a compatible driver version.

  1. After identifying a compatible version, download it from the NI-488.2 Download page. Verify operating system support in the Supported OS section before installation. Use NI Package Manager to install the driver, or select Download Offline when an offline installer is required.