Microsoft Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect Driver Download

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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 2,791 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.


22 Ratings (see all reviews)
2,791 Downloads

Supported Models

Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect

Manufacturers

Microsoft

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

Most Helpful Reviews

 
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Tomate
Tested on Windows XP
10 Apr 2007
 

Installation: 3 out of 5
Stability: 3 out of 5
Compatibility: 3 out of 5
 
"Good is the solution. Thanks"
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
Pete
Tested on Windows 2000 Professional
21 Mar 2007
 

Installation: 4 out of 5
Stability: 4 out of 5
Compatibility: 5 out of 5
 
"Worked fine for me."
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How to Update Sidewinder 3D Pro G/Port connect Device Drivers

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

After downloading the new driver, proceed with installation. On Windows, use the built-in Device Manager utility to manage your system's devices and drivers. To access it:

  1. Right-click the Start button

  2. Select "Device Manager" from the menu

  3. Locate the device needing the update

  4. Right-click the device and choose "Update driver"

  5. Follow the on-screen prompts to install

Once complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is fully implemented and functioning properly.

This process helps maintain your system's performance and compatibility with various hardware components.

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.

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
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