SteelSeries Engine 3 Driver/Utility 3.17.0 - Description

Hassle-free updates

- Our latest update makes getting all your future Engine updates much easier! As we release new features in Engine, you will be automatically updated to get access to the latest functionality with no friction. Of course we don’t want to interrupt your gaming sessions, so you’ll only get updates when your monitor is sleeping.

New Engine Features

- The Apex 7 and Pro line of keyboards now allow unlimited static lighting colors in Base and Idle mode without affecting the number of running effects
- We’ve also fixed several issues, listed below the cut.
 

Bug Fixes

- Arctis 3: Fixed a fatal error on configuration changes under certain conditions
 - Arctis 3: The Arctis 3 software services have been temporarily disabled to prevent unwanted UAC prompts

Firmware Updates

- Sensei Ten: Firmware update to fix an issue whereby CPI would change under a situation that only one user on Discord could ever replicate outside a lab
- Apex 7, Apex Pro, Apex 7 TKL, Apex Pro TKL: Firmware update to support the new lighting feature mentioned above
 
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To install this package please do the following:

- Make sure that all system requirements are met.
- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Locate and double-click on the newly-downloaded file.
- Allow your OS to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User Licence Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect.

About Headset Drivers:

When headsets are connected, the operating system usually installs a generic driver that helps the computer to recognize the newly attached device and to use its basic functions.

Naturally, if you want to have all developed features accessible, proper software must be applied. This task also allows computers to properly recognize all headset characteristics such as manufacturer, model, connection type, and others.

Updating the driver version might improve sound quality, resolve different issues encountered throughout the headset’s usage period, provide you with new configuration options, and make various changes that enhance the unit’s stability and compatibility.

About Mouse Packages:

If an appropriate mouse software is applied, systems will have the ability to properly recognize and make use of all the available features. This will also allow users to configure any additional buttons.

In case you want to apply this software, all you have to do is to make sure all computer characteristics are compatible (such as operating system and bit architecture), get the package, and extract it if necessary. Afterwards, run the available setup, and follow the on-screen instructions for a complete and successful installation.

About Touch Panel Packages:

Every operating system installs a generic driver in order to properly recognize the component, which allows users to benefit from basic touch functions. To use advanced touch-panel features, additional software needs to be applied.

If you wish to install this version, know that it can enhance overall performance and stability, add different touch-related fixes, improve existing gestures, or even include support for new ones.

When it comes to the installation steps, first check that that all system characteristics are supported; even though other platforms might also be compatible, we do not recommend you apply the software on OSes other than the specified ones.

It might always be necessary, but it's best if you take into account a system restart as well, to make sure all available features can be properly used.

With this in mind, if you consider applying the present version, download and install the package. Also check with our website as often as possible so that you don't miss a single new release.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.