Microsoft Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect Driver Download
The Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect is a game controller manufactured by Microsoft. If your game doesn't run smoothly, crashes or glitches or there is a lag time with your controller, try updating the driver. This driver - "SETUPAPI.zip" - has been downloaded 2,786 times and is rated 4 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 1.1 MB.
Supported Models
Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP, Windows XP (64 bit), Windows 98SE, Windows 95
File Name
Versions
Version 1.0 (15-Jun-1986)
Additional Notes
This is initially for Win95-98. To use on WinXP, make a folder to unzip to and run Program Compatibility Wizzard. Run the DOS file and then close. Then run Setup. Works on most standard SoundCards such as SB Live etc. Ensure SoundCard is fully operational first. Good luck.
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SCOEE (DG Member) on 16-May-2006
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| CNTYCODE.DOS | 915 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| COMMON.IN_ | 5.3 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.DE_ | 3.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.EN_ | 3.1 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.ES_ | 3.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.EX_ | 98.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.FR_ | 3.7 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.INF | 165 bytes | 16 May 2006 |
| DSETUP.IT_ | 3.3 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| DSETUP.LAN | 93 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| EXPAND.EXE | 16.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| INFO.TXT | 5.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| INFO.WRI | 7.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LEAME.TXT | 5.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LEAME.WRI | 7.7 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LEGGIMI.TXT | 5.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LEGGIMI.WRI | 7.7 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LISEZMOI.TXT | 5.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| LISEZMOI.WRI | 7.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MIDAS.MS_ | 2.2 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSCOMSTF.DL_ | 38.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSCUISTF.DL_ | 22.1 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSDETECT.IN_ | 3.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSDETSTF.DL_ | 15.7 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSINSSTF.DL_ | 40.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSSHLSTF.DL_ | 9.9 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| MSUILSTF.DL_ | 5.6 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| NTFILE.EX_ | 16.9 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSS.EN_ | 53.3 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSSTOC.EN_ | 11.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSSTOC.FR_ | 7.0 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSSTOC.GE_ | 7.8 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSSTOC.IT_ | 7.1 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| PSSTOC.SP_ | 8.0 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| README.TXT | 8.0 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.ENG | 877 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.EXE | 57.9 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.FRN | 896 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.GER | 883 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.INI | 149 bytes | 19 Apr 2006 |
| SETUP.IN_ | 1.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.ITA | 914 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUP.SPA | 896 bytes | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SETUPAPI.IN_ | 9.3 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.EN_ | 129.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.FR_ | 131.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.GE_ | 128.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.IT_ | 125.5 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.SP_ | 129.8 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| SIDEWNDR.VX_ | 5.3 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| STRING.EN_ | 11.0 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| STRING.FR_ | 11.9 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| STRING.GE_ | 12.1 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| STRING.IT_ | 11.2 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| STRING.SP_ | 11.9 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| UNINSTAL.EX_ | 19.2 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
| _MSTEST.EX_ | 55.4 KB | 4 Aug 1995 |
How to Update Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Microsoft Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Microsoft Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Microsoft website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
Once you have downloaded your new driver, you'll need to install it. In Windows, use a built-in utility called Device Manager, which allows you to see all of the devices recognized by your system, and the drivers associated with them.
How to Open Device Manager
In Windows 11, Windows 10 & Windows 8.1, right-click the Start menu and select Device Manager
In Windows 8, swipe up from the bottom, or right-click anywhere on the desktop and choose "All Apps" -> swipe or scroll right and choose "Control Panel" (under Windows System section) -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows 7, click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Device Manager
In Windows Vista, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Device Manager
In Windows XP, click Start -> Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware tab -> Device Manager button
How to Install a driver from Device Manager
Locate the device and model that is having the issue and double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
Select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button and follow the instructions.
In most cases, you will need to reboot your computer in order for the driver update to take effect.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.