Microsoft USB Digital Media Keyboard (106/109) (IntelliType Pro) Driver

The Microsoft USB Digital Media Keyboard (106/109) (IntelliType Pro) driver helps Windows recognize this USB keyboard and enables supported media controls and customizable keys through IntelliType Pro software. It is useful if you are setting up the keyboard, restoring its extra functions after reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting shortcut buttons that no longer respond.

Key Features

• USB keyboard support: Provides device-specific support for the Microsoft keyboard alongside Windows’ standard keyboard functionality.
• Media key controls: Enables supported buttons for convenient access to volume and playback functions, depending on the software version and application.
• Customizable shortcuts: Compatible IntelliType Pro software lets you assign functions to supported keys for quicker access to frequently used commands.
• Keyboard settings: Offers configuration options for supported features beyond basic typing, with availability varying by Windows version.

How to Install Microsoft USB Digital Media Keyboard (106/109) (IntelliType Pro) Driver

1. Check your Windows version. Confirm your operating system and whether it uses a 32-bit or 64-bit architecture. Listed systems include Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, but individual packages may support only some of them. For Windows 10/11 systems, verify compatibility carefully; Windows 11 is not included in this device’s listed support.
2. Select a compatible package. Before starting your Microsoft USB Digital Media Keyboard (106/109) (IntelliType Pro) driver download for Windows, review the package’s supported systems and hardware details. Choose the latest version that explicitly supports your setup rather than assuming the newest package works on every Windows release.
3. Download from a trusted source. Use an official Microsoft source when available, or a reputable archive for legacy software. A free download should not require purchasing a separate driver-updater utility. Scan downloaded files before opening them.
4. Install the software. Connect the keyboard directly to a working USB port, run the compatible installer, and follow its prompts. Restart Windows if requested.
5. Test the keyboard. Check typing, media buttons, and any configurable shortcuts. If basic typing works but extra keys do not, review IntelliType Pro settings and confirm that your installed package supports those features.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible update addresses an issue or improves reliability. Check Windows Update and trusted Microsoft support resources, but avoid replacing a working legacy driver with an unsupported package simply because it is newer.