Getting an error 577 when trying to "filter on device" and needing to disable driver signature [read this carefully if you have such error - SweetLow]

[Stenaven]

I am trying to "overclock" the polling of my GameCube Controller adapter (WUP-028) to 1000Hz.

The default is 125Hz (8 ms). The error I am getting when I activate the "filter on device" option for the adapter is “Error trying to test loading of filter service: 577”

In order for me to fix this error, I had to disable Driver Signature and disable Secure Boot in my BIOS by deleting "Platform Key" (PK). I also have to keep them disabled or my adapter won't function properly (of course, I can always revert all these changes, but that defeats the goal of using hidusbf).

Ultimately, is there a way to fix/bypass having to go through all of this just to edit my adapter?

The goal is to be able to play competitive Super Smash Bros. Melee, both on the Slippi Dolphin emulator and play online, without having inputs dropped/delayed from the default 125Hz polling rate of the adapter (stated by Arte's google doc and tweet).

By deleting the "Platform Key," disabling Secure Boot, and disabling Driver Signature, it gives me "security risks", and the corner of my desktop has "Test Mode" dialogue (pic below). I would like to avoid these issues and not have worry of "security risks" and whatnot.

I hope I can get help with this. I hope I explained everything well. Thank you for your time.

If it matters, I am on Windows 10 and have an ASUS motherboard/BIOS.

Below are sources to what steps I followed and the information I had.

[-] Overclocking the adapter https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cQ3pbKZm_yUtcLK9ZIXyPzVbTJkvnfxKIyvuFMwzWe0/edit#

[-] Disabling Secure Boot https://www.technorms.com/45538/disable-enable-secure-boot-asus-motherboard-uefi-bios-utility

[-] Disabling Driver Signature (Solution 2, recommended on page 7 of the linked google doc) https://www.wintips.org/how-to-fix-windows-cannot-verify-the-digital-signature-for-this-file-error-in-windows-8-7-vista/#solution-2

[-] Arte's Twitter post (the one who suggested using hidusbf for Melee and made the google doc) https://twitter.com/SSBM_Arte/status/1313616578571837440

[-] Info about the Official GameCube controller adapter https://wiki.dolphin-emu.org/index.php?title=How_to_use_the_Official_GameCube_Controller_Adapter_for_Wii_U_in_Dolphin

[-] The github for the Slippi-Dolphin emulator https://github.com/project-slippi/Ishiiruka

[-] My devices in hidusbf (if it helps/matters)

[-] The message displayed deleting the PK and disabling Secure Boot

[LordOfMice]

In order for me to fix this error, I had to disable Driver Signature and disable Secure Boot in my BIOS by deleting "Platform Key" (PK).

The first and only thing that you really need to do is to disable Secure Boot (or make some Registry setting equals to disabling Secure Boot). This is what readme recommends. And yes, I contacted Arte to made correction in his document.

Ultimately, is there a way to fix/bypass having to go through all of this just to edit my adapter?

Not now on modern versions of Windows 10 x64. You HAVE TO disable Secure Boot in this case. Probably we can get "better" sign in future: https://www.overclock.net/threads/digitally-signed-sweetlow-1000hz-mouse-driver.1597441/post-28629325 like we got some public sign in past: https://www.overclock.net/threads/help-me-track-down-sweetlow-the-writer-of-the-1000hz-mouse-drivers.1589095/

it gives me "security risks"

True. But that is reality - if you trust someone like me (or Microsoft - to be precise) then you have more risks. And I don't want to pay for signing of my FREE software by third entity. If you want - contact Alya and help he/she with some money.

[jrichbestballa]

Hey Lord Mice, I'm trying to overclock my xbox controller and keep getting this notification I was seeing what i can do to fix this problem

[LordOfMice]

Yes, it is exactly problem of this issue. But you have to read answer, i assume. Answer IS here!

[jrichbestballa]

Ok thanks is there a risk taking off the secure boot ? And do you have to play with it off everytime ?

[LordOfMice]

Once again, answer IS here. Yes, with Secure Boot off you (to say exactly - code on your computer with enought rights) can load drivers without Microsoft's signature (but not without any signature, of course). It is definitely more risks. And that is QUESTION of this issue starter. Try to read and understand.

And do you have to play with it off everytime ?

I don't have PC with Secure Boot right now, so it is definitely off forever for me.

[eduardo075]

the disabled drive subscription does not allow you to open fortnite

[LordOfMice]

We have money but need someone who can organize signing process. Current state (and problem): https://www.overclock.net/threads/digitally-signed-sweetlow-1000hz-mouse-driver.1597441/post-28818893

[LordOfMice]

Ok, as we have first right question about the option to load HIDUSBF with Secure Boot On and this option independently confirmed now: https://github.com/LordOfMice/hidusbf/issues/132

[suufferPNG]

I havent seen this brought up cause I know that you need secure boot off but an issue im having on windows 11 is I need it in order to valorant to run. I want to be able to turn my gamecube controller adapter up to 1000hz for slippi online but those two dont allow for the other to work.

[LordOfMice]

You have to read answers in this issue. More i can say - the answer to your question right above!

[JB0408]

I've stupidly clicked yes by accident on the error 577 now my ps4 controller won't switch on. Please HELP!!!!

[kingmarianoo]

I've stupidly clicked yes by accident on the error 577 now my ps4 controller won't switch on. Please HELP!!!!

Got to your computer settings, then devices and delete the controller and then plug back in. Same thing happened to me in the past and that's how I fixed it.

[JB0408]

I've stupidly clicked yes by accident on the error 577 now my ps4 controller won't switch on. Please HELP!!!!

Got to your computer settings, then devices and delete the controller and then plug back in. Same thing happened to me in the past and that's how I fixed it.

Tried this and it still won’t power up or register when plugged in. Thanks for reply though

[LordOfMice]

Tried this and it still won’t power up or register when plugged in

JFYI: https://github.com/LordOfMice/hidusbf/issues/190

[JB0408]

Tried this and it still won’t power up or register when plugged in

JFYI: #190

Sorry I’m absolutely useless when it comes to anything on pc as only just got into it. I’ve read what you linked but still don’t understand what I should do. Thanks

[LordOfMice]

don’t understand what I should do

Show me the [CopyIDs] result.

[LordOfMice]

More recent version of drivers signed by third party certificate: https://www.overclock.net/threads/usb-mouse-hard-overclocking-2000-hz.1589644/post-29088655 N.B. - some AVs definitely do NOT like this certificate

[thirdeye188]

Yo I need help trying to uses hidusbf like it don't let me use my controller it turns red when I put the files on and I put 8000 for the ps5 controller I need help if u can help me I'll send my discord so I can screen share

[hanspeter123187]

So i deleted hidusbf.sys from System32, then i realised it aint worth it to damage my pc for an overclock. How can i get the original hidusbf.sys file back?

[LordOfMice]

The latest version of drivers are signed by Microsoft Attestattion Signing. Thanks to Battle Beaver Customs http://www.battlebeavercustoms.com/