Hold down the Windows key on your keyboard and press the letter C to open the Charm menu, then click the gear icon ( Settings).
We recommend you print them before you begin, or use a separate computer to follow along. You will need to restart your computer several times throughout the course of these instructions.
However, if you already have an Arduino, we recommend you pair each Arduino with a specific computer, eliminating the need to install the necessary drivers multiple times. Windows 8 will automatically install signed drivers when you plug in your Redboard, negating the need for the steps below.
If you do not yet have an Arduino, you may consider acquiring SparkFun’s Arduino-compatible RedBoard, as it uses FTDI drivers, which are signed. This is especially important to note for educators or anyone who wants to set up a lab.
Be aware that you will need to complete these steps for each Arduino board and each Windows 8 computer with which you intend to use the board. Because of this, unsigned drivers require extra steps for installation. Unlike previous versions of the Windows operating system, Windows 8 imposes strict limitations on driver signing. USB Bit Whacker - 18F2553 Development Boardĭisabling Signed Driver Enforcement on Windows 8 USB 32-Bit Whacker - PIC32MX795 Development Board Boards needing this procedure for Windows 8 Installation If you are using Windows 8 in conjunction with any of the boards depicted in the flame to the right, or listed below, you will likely need to follow the steps in this procedure. This tutorial will help guide you through the process of disabling signed driver enforcement on Windows 8. This is especially true when working with Arduino. However, in Windows 8, installing drivers, particularly unsigned drivers, can be a bit of a hassle. In past versions of the Windows operating system, installing drivers was a pretty straightforward task. Similarly, when you plug other devices into your computer, you may need to install a driver to get that device to function properly.
For instance, the mouse and keyboard you are using right now each have a driver that tells the computer how to interact with the device. Drivers are chunks of code that allow one device to "talk" to another.
When working with electronics, it is not rare to encounter software drivers. You should only install drivers that you trust!
This comes handy when you needed it most after all the frustration dealing with it and run it flawlessly and away with your task.Disabling method for Windows 7 64-bit:Permanent method:Go to Start Menu and go to 'All Programs', then 'Accessories', right click your mouse on 'Command Prompt' and 'Run as administrator', as shown below:-bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKSbcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING ONType the above codes and press 'Enter' after each command, as shown below:-Reboot your PC/LaptopNow Signing Enforcement is disable, in Test Mode as shown in the above imagery on the lower right-hand cornerTo 'Enable Driver Signature Enforcement' enter the following code:-bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions ENABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKSbcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING OFFTemporary method:During booting your PC/Laptop, press 'F8' key continously to access the 'Advanced Boot Options'Use the 'Down' arrow key to scroll down to “Disable Driver Signature Enforcement”Press 'Enter' to chooseIt will automatically reboot disabling the enforcement accordingly, as shown below:-Disabling method for Windows 8.1 & 10 64-bit:Permanent method:Press the Windows key + X and then click “Command Prompt (Admin)”, as shown below:-bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKSbcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING ONType the above codes and press 'Enter' after each command, as shown below:-Reboot your PC/LaptopNow Signing Enforcement is disable.To 'Enable Driver Signature Enforcement' enter the following code:-bcdedit.exe -set loadoptions ENABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKSbcdedit.exe -set TESTSIGNING OFFTemporary method:Simply find the Shutdown/Restart menu and hold down the SHIFT key while clicking on Restart.Once your PC/Laptop has rebooted you will need to choose the 'Troubleshoot' option, as shown below:-Choose Advanced options, as shown below:-Choose Startup Settings, as shown below:-Click the Restart button on the Startup Settings screen to reboot your PC/Laptop, as shown below:-After restarting in Startup Settings windows, press the F7 key on your keyboard to select “Disable driver signature enforcement“ as shown below:-Now your PC/Laptop will reboot.Caution: Disabling your operating system's device signature verification can put your operating system at risk.
Hei MIUI-ers,This is an handy write-up especially installing 'Unsigned Drivers' as Microsoft enforces a “Digital Signature Requirement” on all users of 64 bit version of Windows 7 and later.