Essential for downloading compiled runtime files from your PC to the HMI.
Windows may block unsigned drivers. You may need to restart Windows in "Disable Driver Signature Enforcement" mode to install the driver.
| Method | Hardware Needed | Setup Difficulty | Speed | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | RJ45 cable, switch | Medium (set IP addresses) | Very Fast | | RS-232 Serial | DB9 null-modem cable, USB-to-serial adapter | Low | Slow (115200 baud) | | SD Card | SD card (FAT32 format) | Very Low (offline transfer) | N/A | mcgs hmi usb driver
: When you install the software on Windows 10 or 11, the USB driver should install automatically. If the HMI isn't recognized, you may need to manually point the Windows "Update Driver" prompt to the
| HMI Model Series | USB Port Type | Driver Required | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | TPC 7xxx Series | USB Type B | MCGS USB Driver v1.2+ | Most common | | TPC 12xx Series | USB Type B | MCGS USB Driver v2.0+ | Windows 10 compatible | | McgsPro Series | USB Type B / USB-C | McgsPro USB Driver | Newer driver, not backward compatible | | Older TPC 7062K | Mini-USB | MCGS Driver v1.0 | May require Windows 7 | Essential for downloading compiled runtime files from your
If USB drivers remain problematic, most MCGS/Weinview HMIs support (RJ45 port). Set the HMI IP (e.g., 192.168.1.100) and PC IP (e.g., 192.168.1.50), then select Ethernet in the download dialog. No driver needed.
Find the HMI listed under "Other Devices" (often marked with a yellow exclamation point). Right-click and select Update Driver , then choose Browse my computer for driver software | Method | Hardware Needed | Setup Difficulty
Many industrial HMIs prefer . If using a modern laptop, try a USB 2.0 hub between the PC and HMI. Cable Quality