Driver Windows 11 [portable] | Wacom Bamboo Cth-470
Summary
- Wacom Bamboo CTH‑470 (legacy) is not officially supported by the newest legacy driver builds but can often work on Windows 11 using the last compatible Wacom driver or the Wacom Desktop Center; success varies by Windows 11 build and hardware.
- Best approach: install Wacom’s latest driver package that still lists legacy device support (Wacom Driver 6.x family), remove older drivers first, reboot, then connect tablet. If that fails, try the specific legacy driver available from Wacom or use Windows generic HID driver as fallback.
Where to get it safely:
- Option A (Recommended): Use the Wacom Bamboo Driver for Windows 10 found via the Microsoft Update Catalog (search for "Wacom Bamboo").
- Option B (Alternative): The driver file included with older Wacom Desktop Center installers.
Crucial Note: Do not download random EXE files from forum attachments. Only download from trusted tech communities (like Reddit’s r/wacom or the official Wacom legacy archive).
Step 3: Connect & Test
- Plug in the CTH-470 via USB (wireless may work, but USB is more reliable on Win11).
- Open Wacom Tablet Properties from the Start menu.
- You should see the tablet detected. Test pen pressure and touch (two-finger scroll, etc.).
Step-by-Step Installation Guide (Two Methods)
You have two options. Method 1 is the safest for most users. Method 2 is for advanced users who need full features. wacom bamboo cth-470 driver windows 11
Part 3: Step-by-Step Installation Guide for Windows 11
Follow these steps precisely. Do not skip the reboot steps. Summary
Issue 1: Pen works, but Touch (Fingers) does nothing.
Fix: Windows 11 disabled legacy touch drivers by default. Wacom Bamboo CTH‑470 (legacy) is not officially supported
- Go to Settings > Bluetooth & Devices > Touch (Note: Some builds hide this).
- Alternatively, open the Wacom Bamboo Preferences (found in Start Menu).
- Go to the "Touch" tab. Toggle "Touch On/Off" off and on again.
- Registry Fix: Open Regedit. Navigate to
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Wacom\Bamboo\Touch. SetTouchEnabledto1.
Final Verdict
✅ Yes, the Wacom Bamboo CTH-470 works on Windows 11 – but only with the legacy 5.3.5-3 driver or OpenTabletDriver.
If you need both pen and touch, stick with Wacom’s 5.3.5-3 driver. If you only need pen input, OpenTabletDriver offers better long-term compatibility.
3. Known issues on Windows 11
- Pen pressure may stop after sleep/hibernation.
- The Bamboo settings panel might not open.
- Tablet may disconnect randomly.
- No support for modern gestures or multiple displays properly.