Sony Ericsson Device 0017 USB WMC Device Management (COM11) Driver

The Sony Ericsson Device 0017 USB WMC Device Management (COM11) driver helps Windows recognize the USB device-management interface of a compatible Sony Ericsson phone. You may need it when connecting an older handset for use with compatible management software, reinstalling Windows, or troubleshooting an unrecognized device in Device Manager.

Key Features

• Enables Windows to identify the phone’s USB WMC device-management interface and make it available to compatible software.
• Supports communication through a virtual COM port. COM11 is the assigned port shown in this device name; the number may differ on another computer.
• Helps resolve missing-driver issues or warning icons when the correct package matches the connected hardware.
• Provides a component of the phone’s USB connection setup; other phone functions may require separate Sony Ericsson drivers or software.

How to Install Sony Ericsson Device 0017 USB WMC Device Management (COM11) Driver

1. Check your Windows version and system type before choosing a package. Listed operating systems include Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, but individual packages may support only some versions or architectures. For Windows 10/11 systems, verify compatibility carefully: Windows 11 is not included in this device’s listed support.
2. Select the Sony Ericsson Device 0017 USB WMC Device Management (COM11) driver download for Windows that matches your hardware and operating system. If several packages are available, choose the latest version explicitly compatible with your setup. Check the source and package details before using a free download.
3. Extract the downloaded archive if necessary. If it includes an installer, follow its instructions, including when to connect or disconnect the phone. Use a USB cable capable of data transfer.
4. For a manual installation, open Device Manager and locate the device, which may appear under Ports (COM & LPT) or Other devices. Right-click it, select Update driver, and browse to the extracted driver folder. Allow Windows to select a matching driver rather than forcing an incompatible one.
5. Restart Windows if prompted, reconnect the phone, and confirm that the device appears without a warning icon. Test the connection using compatible phone-management software.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible update addresses connection problems or improves reliability. If your existing connection works correctly, avoid replacing the driver solely because another package is newer. Before you install a replacement, retain the working package or create a restore point so you can recover if needed.