How To Install USB 3.0 Driver on Windows 11.

USB 3.0, known for its faster data transfer speeds, is a pivotal component in modern computing. If your USB 3.0 ports are performing poorly on Windows 11, it might be due to missing or outdated drivers. In this guide, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of installing USB 3.0 drivers on your Windows 11 system, ensuring you harness the full potential of your USB connections.

Install USB 3.0 Driver on Windows 11.

Before proceeding, it's crucial to know the model of your USB 3.0 controller. You can find this information in the Device Manager.

Step 1. Open the Start Menu and search for "Device Manager" from the menu.

Step 2. In the Device Manager window, expand the "Universal Serial Bus Controllers" section. Look for entries related to USB 3.0, such as "USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller."

Step 3. Right-click on the USB 3.0 controller entry, choose "Properties," and navigate to the "Driver" tab. Ensure the driver is either up to date or note down the controller model for manual installation.

Step 4. Right-click on the USB 3.0 controller in Device Manager and select "Update driver." 

Step 5. Choose "Search automatically for updated driver software" and follow the on-screen instructions. Your driver is updated now and hopefully, it will fix the issue.

Install USB 3.0 Driver Manually on Windows 11.

You can also download and install the USB driver manually from the official website.

Step 1: Visit the official website of your computer's manufacturer or the motherboard manufacturer.

Step 2: Locate the support or drivers section and search for the USB 3.0 drivers compatible with your system.

Step 3: If you downloaded the driver package, extract it to a location on your computer.

Step 4: Return to Device Manager, right-click on the USB 3.0 controller, and choose "Update driver."

Step 5: Select "Browse my computer for drivers" and navigate to the folder where you extracted the driver files.