[Windows Driver] Driver Pack (Driver Packages)

To install a driver under Windows, we need to pack all the software you need-called a driver package. The driver package includes the general installation tools provided by the system for all device classes, and includes device-specific components provided by the device vendor. Let's take a look at what components are specifically needed in the driver package.

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The following components is necessary to install and support a device on a Windows operating system:

The device itself

If you plan to design and build a new device, follow ind Ustry hardware standards. When your follow these standards, you is more likely to has a streamlined development process as well as lower your Suppo RT costs. Not only does test suites exist for such devices, but, in many cases, generic drivers exist for standard types. Therefore, might not has to write a new driver.

For more information about industry standards and specifications, see The windows Hardware Developer Central (WHDC )  website.

The driver package for the device

A driver package includes all the SOFTW Is the must supply to ensure this your device is supported with Windows. Typically, a driver package contains the following components:

• Driver files

• instal lation files

• Other files

[Windows Driver] Driver Pack (Driver Packages)