Module 1.9.7 - Usb Redirector Customer

USB Redirector Customer Module 1.9.7: The Ultimate Guide to Seamless USB Redirection in Virtual Environments

Future Outlook: What Comes After Version 1.9.7?

Eltima continues to develop USB Redirector. As of 2025, the current version is 2.0+, but many enterprises stick with 1.9.7 due to its stability. Newer versions add:

• ARM64 support (for Windows on ARM devices).
• Web-based management dashboard.
• Integration with Microsoft Intune for policy management.

However, if you need a proven, battle-hardened client module with no subscription fees, 1.9.7 remains a wise choice.

Installation & Setup Guide

To install USB Redirector Customer Module 1.9.7:

1. Download: Obtain the usb-redirector-client-1.9.7.exe installer package.
2. Administrator Privileges: Right-click the installer and select "Run as Administrator." The software installs a network service and a virtual bus driver, requiring elevated permissions.
3. Configuration: Unlike the server module, the Customer Module usually runs in the background.
   • Open the USB Redirector interface on the server machine.
   • Ensure the client machine (where v1.9.7 is installed) has network connectivity to the server.
   • On the server interface, find the client IP in the network neighborhood and connect to the required USB port.
4. Device Recognition: Once connected, Windows on the client machine will detect "New Hardware" and install standard drivers for the remote device (e.g., if a remote printer is redirected, the client will ask for the printer driver).

3. Silent Installation & Configuration Flags

For system administrators, this version added robust command-line switches:

• /verysilent – Zero-interaction installation.
• /norestart – Suppresses automatic reboots.
• /config="server.conf" – Pre-load connection settings.

1. Likely: Changelog / What's New in 1.9.7

Based on typical release patterns for USB Redirector (by IncentivesPro), version 1.9.7 of the Customer Module would likely include:

• Stability improvements for USB device redirection over LAN/Internet.
• Fixes for Windows 10/11 updates affecting driver signatures.
• Improved reconnection logic when the USB device is temporarily disconnected.
• Security updates for the data stream encryption between client and server.
• Minor UI fixes in the tray menu or device list refresh.

Note: If you need the exact official changelog, check %ProgramFiles%\USB Redirector\History.txt or the vendor’s website, as 1.9.x releases are mature stable versions.

Known Limitations & Troubleshooting

No software is perfect. Here are the quirks of version 1.9.7:

• Windows Only: This is strictly a Windows module (Windows 7 SP1 to Windows 11). For Linux or Mac clients, you need the "USB Redirector for Linux" product.
• USB Hubs: If you try to redirect a USB hub that has 5 devices attached, you might experience bandwidth saturation. Redirect individual devices instead.
• Power Management: Ensure the host server has "USB Selective Suspend" disabled in Power Options, or the remote device will vanish after 20 minutes of idle time.

Should You Upgrade?

Yes, if:

• You are on version 1.8.x or lower.
• You frequently see "Device disconnected" errors.
• You recently updated to Windows 11 23H2 or 24H2.
• You need faster performance over the internet.

No, if:

• Your current setup is a LAN-only environment with zero disconnects.
• You are using a legacy Windows XP embedded system (stick with 1.8.x for compatibility).