Winkhaus BCP-NG USB (COM5) Driver

The Winkhaus BCP-NG USB (COM5) driver helps Windows recognize the device and provides the USB-to-COM connection needed for compatible software to communicate with it. It is intended for users setting up Winkhaus hardware from Aug. Winkhaus GmbH & Co KG, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting a missing or unrecognized COM port.

Key Features

• USB communication support: Enables compatible applications to access the connected Winkhaus BCP-NG device through its assigned COM port.
• Device recognition: Helps Windows identify the hardware correctly rather than leaving it listed as an unknown device.
• Legacy Windows compatibility: Listed supported systems include Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP. Check the individual package for operating system and architecture requirements.
• COM-port configuration: Allows you to check the assigned port in Device Manager so your application can use the correct connection. The port number may differ from COM5 on another computer.

How to Install Winkhaus BCP-NG USB (COM5) Driver

1. Check your system and device. Confirm your Windows version and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. In Device Manager, verify the device name and, if available, compare its hardware IDs with those supported by the package.
2. Choose a matching package. Before starting a Winkhaus BCP-NG USB (COM5) driver download for Windows, review the compatibility information. Select the latest version that explicitly supports your hardware and operating system. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 11 is not included in the listed support information.
3. Download and extract the files. Use a trusted source for any free download, and extract the archive if necessary. Avoid packages that require unrelated software or ask you to disable Windows security protections.
4. Install the driver. Follow the included setup instructions. If no installer is provided, open Device Manager, right-click the device, select Update driver, and browse to the extracted driver folder.
5. Verify the connection. Restart if prompted, then reconnect the device. Check Device Manager for warning icons and confirm the assigned COM port. Select that same port in your compatible Winkhaus application.

Keep the driver updated when a verified release addresses compatibility or connection issues relevant to your setup. Before you install an update, review its requirements and retain a copy of your working driver so you can restore it if needed.