Microsoft Chicony USB Keyboard Driver Download
The Chicony USB Keyboard is a type of keyboard manufactured by Microsoft. If you have problems with unresponsive keys, unreliable connection or backlighting or power issues then updating this driver can help. This update version is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 9,176 downloads and 44 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows 7 and Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 53.1 KB.
Supported Models
PS/2 Keyboard (83-Key)
ALPS USB Keyboard
API Ergo USB K/B
API Generic USB K/B
AT&T 302 PS/2 Keyboard
BTC USB Keyboard
Cherry GmbH USB Keyboard
Chicony USB Keyboard
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP
File Name
Versions
5.1.2600.2180 (7-Jan-2001)
5.1.2600.2180 (2001-07-01) via .inf
Additional Notes
This driver is the XP-SP2 version of the standard keyboard driver.
It can be used for troubleshooting if there should be any problems with your current driver. Does not require XP-SP2 to be installed. Can also be used with notebook keyboards as far as i know.
Might work on Windows 2000 (not tested)
Uploaded By
Rudz (DG Member) on 7-Jun-2006
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Device Hardware IDs
HID\HID_KEYBOARD&COL02\2&38DDAE47&0&0001
HID\HPQ0006&COL02\3&563A312&0&0001
Compatible IDs
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Driver Contents File List
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| i8042prt.sys | 52.7 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| kbdclass.sys | 24.6 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
| kbdhid.sys | 14.8 KB | 3 Aug 2004 |
| keyboard.inf | 31.3 KB | 4 Aug 2004 |
How to Update Chicony USB Keyboard Device Drivers Quickly & Easily
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the Chicony USB Keyboard 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 Chicony USB Keyboard 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.