Someone noted that Device Manager’s Devices by Connection view has some of the functionality of Microsoft USB View utility.
Notable exceptions are many antivirus programs. Most programs designed for the 32-bit version of Windows will work on the 64-bit version of Windows. The 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system. The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer’s processor (also called a CPU) handles information. In fact, according to Microsoft’s 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions: As such, I wouldn’t think that there would be any problems specifically related the bit version of the operating system. USB View is a standalone executable file that doesn’t patch into the operating system in any functional way other than to reveal the details of the system’s USB hardware. In fact, the system on which I ran USB View for my tests and screen captures is running Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit on an AMD 64-bit Dual Core Processor, and I had no problems whatsoever. (I no longer have a 64-bit version of Windows XP, so I can’t vouch for that, but it runs fine in 32-bit Windows XP.) However, there is only one version of the USB View utility, and it runs fine on both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 7. I know that a lot of utilities, such as Nirsoft USBDeview, come in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. Some of you expressed concern about Microsoft USB View working in the 64-bit versions of Windows 7. Oh, and before I get started, I’m not joking. I thought that with so much interest in the topic, I would write a follow-up article and expand on my answers, share additional information, and clear up any potential confusion.
While I posted answers and suggestions in the discussion area, I found myself wanting to write more than just a brief comment. Very soon after my recent blog post, “Map and Troubleshoot Your USB Ports with Microsoft USB View,” was published, the associated discussion took off with all sorts of comments, concerns, questions, and suggestions for additional USB utilities, as well as a couple of wiseacre remarks. Greg Shultz takes a closer look at USB troubleshooting and answers questions raised by readers. More troubleshooting with Microsoft USB View and other USB utilities
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