Even with the correct driver, you may encounter issues:
Select Browse my computer for drivers .
Search for "Prolific PL2303 3.3.2.105 driver" from trusted driver repository sites. prolific 3.3.2.105
Use this version if you are experiencing "Code 10" errors or if your USB serial device disconnects frequently. Use the official latest drivers (v3.8+) only if you are certain your adapter contains a genuine Prolific chip.
If you are encountering the , I recommend attempting a driver rollback or manual driver update to version 3.3.2.105 to see if it solves the issue. Even with the correct driver, you may encounter
For further reading and resources, check out community-driven repositories like theAmberLion/Prolific on GitHub, which maintains these files for public use.
If it doesn't work, go to Device Manager, click "Update Driver" -> "Browse my computer" -> "Let me pick from a list". Select 3.3.2.105: Choose the entry from 2008/2009. Troubleshooting: Error Code 10 The most common issue with Prolific cables is Error 10 . "This device cannot start. (Code 10)" Use code with caution. Use the official latest drivers (v3
"Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port Version: 3.3.2.105 [10/27/2008]" Disable Updates : Many users find they must manually disable driver updates
The text you provided appears to be a software version number and descriptor:
: Newer official Prolific drivers often block older chipsets (like PL2303HXA or PL2303XA) or counterfeit chips, triggering a "This device cannot start (Code 10)" error in Device Manager.
This is where driver version 3.3.2.105 enters the picture and becomes a hero. As a version released in 2008, it was created Prolific implemented its counterfeit-detection logic. Consequently, it has no mechanism to identify or block clone chips. For any PL2303-based adapter—whether genuine or fake—this older driver will communicate without restrictions.