Datakey Series III Programmer Driver Download Page
Q: Are the drivers for Datakey Series III programmers (e.g. SlimLink III, KeyLink III, etc.) available for download?
A: Yes! See below for the latest drivers for the Datakey Series III programmers.
Note: For maximum compatibility with Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11 security features, be sure to download the WinUSB driver files below.
| Operating System | Processor Architecture | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10, Windows 11 | x64 (64-bit) | WinUSB Driver Files |
Instructions:
- Download the ZIP file.
- Extract the files to a known location.
- Follow the installation instructions as documented in the Series III Programmer Installation Manual (Rev. D 8/24).
To download the legacy kernel-mode drivers, see the table below. These drivers were provided with Datakey Series III programmers prior to October of 2024.
Here are some things to keep in mind with the legacy, kernel-mode drivers:
- All of the current drivers are digitally signed.
- Each download includes both 64-bit and 32-bit drivers.
| Operating System | Processor Architecture | Driver Digitally Signed? | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 10, Windows 11 | x64 (64-bit) and x86 (32-bit) | Yes | Win10-11 |
| Windows 7, Windows 8 | x64 (64-bit) and x86 (32-bit) | Yes | Win7-8 |
| Windows XP | x64 (64-bit) and x86 (32-bit) | Yes* | WinXP |
*While the XP drivers are digitally signed, XP will display a message stating that the drivers have not passed Windows Logo testing.
Press the "Continue Anyway" button.
Instructions:
- Download the ZIP file.
- Extract the files to a known location.
- Follow the installation instructions as documented in the Series III Programmer Installation Manual (Rev A 4/18).
For questions on which driver to download, or for questions on how to install the drivers, please contact Datakey Customer Care for support.