Download version 7.6 of our EasyLog USB software, compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7, 8 and 10. The latest build of the software includes support for the EL-USB-5+ Event and State data logger as well as improvements to the graphing module.
- Data Acquisition and Data Loggers > >
- For the DI-720/730/740, click Group 1, then 'USB.' Click 'Download device driver only,' save the file to disk, and unzip DI700.ZIP or DI720.ZIP to a floppy. In the Device Manager, right click on the device and select 'Update Driver.,' remove the CD-ROM, insert the floppy, and click Next.
- Download drivers to communicate with NI products or third-party instruments. NI-DAQmx provides support for customers using NI data acquisition and signal conditioning devices. Serial, USB, and other types of instruments. NI-488.2 provides support for customers using NI GPIB controllers and NI embedded controllers with GPIB.
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Symptoms
Cause
Resolution
Manually Install the drivers
Applies To
Symptoms
DI-720, DI-722, and DI-730 series USB drivers do not automatically install under Windows 7.
Cause
64-bit Windows 7 and 64-bit Windows Vista will not automatically install 'unsigned' drivers.
Resolution
To resolve this issue:
Manually Install the drivers
Dataq Software Suite
Download the Drivers
Download the 64-bit DI-720/730 USB drivers from DATAQ Instruments (please note - this is a dead link and no longer available for download - for the latest drivers please submit a support ticket).
Disable Driver Signature Enforcement
When installing a DI-720/730 series, USB instrument on a 64-bit Windows Vista/7 PC, begin by disabling driver signature enforcement.*
- Reboot your PC and press the F8 key before Windows loads to enter the “Advanced Boot Options” menu.
- From the “Advanced Boot Options” menu, select “Disable Driver Signature Enforcement,” and press Enter.
Note: You must disable driver signature enforcement each time you reboot your PC.
Install the Drivers
- Once Windows has finished loading, plug your DI-720/730 series instrument into an available USB port.
- With the DI-720/730 connected, navigate to the Windows Device Manager (Start>>Computer>>Device Manager). You'll find the unit listed under “Other Devices” as an “Unknown Device.”
- Right-click on the “Unknown Device” and choose “Update Driver Software…”
- Choose “Browse my Computer for driver software.” Navigate to the location of the driver and click “Next.”
- When notified that “Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software,” choose “Install this driver software anyway.”
- With the driver properly installed, your DI-720/730 series instrument will appear in the Windows Device Manager under “Universal Serial Bus controllers.”
Once the USB drivers are installed, you can install WinDaq Software.
Applies To
Dataq Windaq
DI-720, DI-722, and DI-730 series USB products using 64-bit Windows Vista and 64-bit Windows 7.
* Disabling driver signature enforcement is a temporary measure that will no longer be necessary once the DI-720/730 USB driver is digitally signed by Microsoft. We are currently in the process of getting the driver signed.
Find your product below.
Universal WinDaq Software Installation* |
Includes support for all contemporary data acquisition hardware products that support WinDaq software. Installs drivers and WinDaq recording and playback software. Also includes optional Add-on software with a valid installation key. Download the Drivers ONLY. |
* Not compatible with: Windows XP, Vista, or special Windows 10S (Secure) version. Submit a Support Ticket for options.
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