Parallels/WinXP not recognizing USB key

Discussion in 'Windows Virtual Machine' started by newbie21, Jun 5, 2015.

  1. newbie21

    newbie21 Junior Member

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    Environment
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    Macbook Pro OS X 10.9.5
    Parallels 10.2.1 (most recent patch level)
    Windows XP SP3

    I have an old version of Graphisoft ArchiCAD 10 I just installed installed in my XP VM (first time I'm using this app in years - I used to use it on a dedicated HP laptop).
    ArchiCAD uses a USB hardware key to validate the license for the software. Without a recognized USB key, the software only runs in demo mode.
    When I plug the USB ket into a USB port, neither the XP instance or the Mac recognize that the USB key is there.
    The key comes from a company called WIBU.
    I think the WIBU driver is correctly installed in XP, but I'm not 100% sure.

    Any hints on any Parallels configuration I can try to get the USB key recognized out are appreciated.
     
  2. Manoj@Parallels

    Manoj@Parallels Parallels Support Parallels Support

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    Hi Newbie,
    Please follow the steps suggested at http://kb.parallels.com/111725 and check how it works.
    Note : This article applies for Parallels Desktop 10.
     

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