SideWinder Precision 2
USB ID 045e:0038 · Microsoft Corp.
| Vendor | Microsoft Corp. |
|---|---|
| Vendor ID | 045e |
| Device ID | 0038 |
| Windows hardware ID | USB\VID_045E&PID_0038 |
| Linux modalias | usb:v045Ep0038 |
| Linux driver | no driver with exact ID |
Frequently asked questions
Which device has USB ID 045e:0038?
USB ID 045e:0038 is “SideWinder Precision 2” made by Microsoft Corp. (vendor ID 045e, device ID 0038).
Which Linux driver supports SideWinder Precision 2?
Linux kernel 6.12 lists no driver for this exact ID. Most USB devices (keyboards, mice, storage, webcams, audio) still work through generic class drivers such as usbhid, usb-storage, uvcvideo or snd-usb-audio. Overview of device classes and their drivers
How do I check whether SideWinder Precision 2 is in my computer?
On Linux, lsusb -d 045e:0038 shows the device if it is present. On Windows, open Device Manager, then Properties → Details → Hardware Ids; it appears as USB\VID_045E&PID_0038.
How do I see which driver is currently in use?
lsusb -t prints the device tree with the bound driver (Driver=…) for each interface.
Nearby entries
- 0029 – IntelliMouse Optical
- 002b – Internet Keyboard Pro
- 002d – Internet Keyboard
- 002f – Integrated Hub
- 0033 – Sidewinder Strategic Commander
- 0034 – SideWinder Force Feedback Wheel
- 0039 – IntelliMouse Optical
- 003b – SideWinder Game Voice
- 003c – SideWinder Joystick
- 0040 – Wheel Mouse Optical
- 0047 – IntelliMouse Explorer 3.0
- 0048 – Office Keyboard 1.0A