If you searched “USB Redirector Client version 6.12,” you probably want to know what it is, how it works, and whether it’s still supported. I’ve been setting up remote USB access for years, and I still run into many of the same questions beginners have.
Here’s the simple truth: USB Redirector Client 6.12 is a stable, maintaned release that works with modern Windows systems. You install it on the PC that wants to access a USB device shared from another system. That other system runs the server edition of the software.
The client doesn’t magically detect devices on its own. It asks the server where the USB device is shared, connects to it, and then your PC sees that device locally — just as if you’d plugged it into your own USB port.
I’ve used it in office setups where a single scanner needed to be shared between several PCs. Installing the client on each machine worked fine, and version 6.12 didn’t complain even under heavy use.
How It Works — A Quick Walkthrough
Here’s a real‑world setup:
- Install USB Redirector Server on the machine with the USB device.
- Share the USB device inside the server tool (give it a name).
- On your other PC, install USB Redirector Client (6.12).
- Open the client, find the shared device on the network, and connect.
Once connected, your system lists that device in Device Manager. It behaves much like a locally plugged device.
That’s the part that trips people up at first. They expect the client to show devices without a server setup. It won’t — and the top search pages often don’t make this clear.
Common Problems & Simple Fixes
People often think the client has a bug when a shared device refuses to stay connected. In my experience, most issues come from:
- network timeouts
- mismatched drivers on server vs client
- RDP session quirks
- firewall blocking the port
For example, I once had a shared USB dongle keep dropping over RDP. The fix was as simple as allowing the USB port service through Windows Firewall on both ends.
Client vs Server — What’s the Difference?
Here’s something many new users miss: the client doesn’t share devices by itself. It only accesses devices shared by a server installation.
Think of it like a remote drive: the server opens the drive to the network, and the client mounts it. The same idea applies to USB devices.
Hidden Questions Professionals Ask
Some advanced users wonder things like:
Can I share multiple devices at once?
Yes, the client can connect to more than one shared device as long as the server has them available.
Is the client safe to use over the internet?
It can work over VPN or secured networks, but exposing USB sharing over public internet without protection isn’t a good idea.
Will version 6.12 run on Windows 11?
Yes. This client version works on modern Windows builds, including Windows 10 and 11.
1. What is the latest version of USB Redirector Client?
Answer: The latest stable release of USB Redirector Client is version 6.12. It’s the current official build you’ll find on the main downloads page.
You’ll still see the same number because this client version hasn’t been updated much recently, even though other parts (like server editions) have newer builds.
2. What does USB Redirector Client actually do?
Answer: It connects your computer to a USB device shared over a network. For example, if a printer or security key is plugged into another PC, USB Redirector Client lets your machine use it as if it were plugged in locally.
People often get stuck thinking it’s a standalone tool — it isn’t. The client talks to a USB Redirector server that shares the device.
3. Can I use USB Redirector Client with Remote Desktop (RDP)?
Answer: Yes. The client version 6.12 supports remote connections when paired with a compatible server edition, so you can use shared USB devices over RDP sessions.
This matters if you’re trying to access a dongle or scanner while connected to a remote desktop.
4. My USB device keeps disconnecting — is this a client issue?
Answer: Usually it’s a network or driver hiccup, not the client itself.
I’ve seen this happen when the connection drops or the remote device’s driver resets. Making sure both sides run the latest drivers and a stable network fixes most drops.
5. Do I need special drivers for USB Redirector Client?
Answer: The main requirement is standard Windows USB drivers. No extra separate driver is needed for the USB Redirector Client itself — though the device you share (like a camera or dongle) must have proper drivers installed on the server.
A missing device driver on the server can make the client show the device but not let you use it.