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

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. The following steps will guide you on identifying and downloading a compatible driver version for your specific device:

1. Identify a Compatible Driver Version: Cross-reference driver support using the following resources:

   • NI Hardware and Operating System Compatibility
   • NI Driver and Development Software Compatibility
     • For LabVIEW 2022 Q3 and Prior: NI-488.2 and LabVIEW Version Compatibility
   • Supported Hardware section available in the Readme of NI-488.2 versions prior to 21.0 (NI-488.2 Release Notes).

2. Download the Driver: Once you’ve identified a compatible driver version, download it from the NI-488.2 Download page (you can still verify the supported operating system version by reviewing the Supported OS section on the site). This will lead to the installation via the NI Package Manager or to offline installers (accessible through the ‘Download Offline’ button) for the NI-488.2 driver and its associated dependencies.

3. For Older Versions: If you need to download NI-488.2 version 17.0 or earlier, refer to the guide on How to Download NI-488.2 Drivers Prior to 17.6 for additional information and next steps.