Reference number: CH000603

What versions of Windows support USB 2.0?

Question:

What versions of Windows support USB 2.0?

Answer:

Microsoft Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and all future versions of Windows support USB 2.0. Users running Microsoft Windows 2000 can find USB 2.0 support in Service Pack 4 and through the Windows update site. Microsoft Windows ME and Windows XP users can obtain USB 2.0 drivers and support by visiting the Windows update site.

Note: If USB 2.0 support is not detected on the computer the download option for the drivers will not be available. 

Additional information about updating your version of Microsoft Windows can also be found on document CH000545.

Additional information:

• Also see our USB dictionary definition for additional information about USB.
• Additional information about determining the version of USB can be found on document CH000602.