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6. Select Install this driver software anyway.
☑ The installation will start.
☑ The "Found New Hardware - USB Serial Port
(COMx)" window will open.
7. Select [Close].
☑ Both drivers are installed.
5.3.3 Install Drivers in Windows 7
You will need to install drivers for 2 hardware components.
Procedure:
• Install driver for the USBPB
• Install driver for USB serial port
Windows Security
During the installation of a Window driver from SMA, you will receive a warning notice under
Windows stating that the manufacturer of the driver software could not be tested.
This warning notice appears when other providers' drivers are installed. It indicates that the
manufacturer's driver was not tested in the Microsoft "Windows Hardware Quality Labs
(WHQL)" laboratory.
SMA Solar Technology AG has checked the driver's function and approved the driver. You can
ignore Microsoft's recommendation that you stop installation and continue with the installation.
Install Driver for the USBPB
1. Insert the USB plug of the USB service interface in the laptop's USB connectors.
2. Select Start.
3. Right-click on Computer and select Properties.
4. Select Device Manager.
5. Select Other devices.
Installation Guide
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