OBID RFID Reader with USB/CDC interface (COM8) Driver

The OBID RFID Reader with USB/CDC interface (COM8) driver enables Windows to communicate with this Feig Electronic USB RFID reader through a virtual serial port. It is needed by users setting up RFID applications that access the reader over a COM connection, or troubleshooting a device that Windows does not recognize correctly.

Key Features

• USB-to-serial communication: Provides the USB/CDC connection required for compatible software to communicate with the RFID reader through a COM port.
• RFID application connectivity: Allows applications configured for serial communication to connect to the reader when the correct port and communication settings are selected.
• Windows compatibility: Supports Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, subject to the requirements of the specific driver package.
• Device identification: Helps Windows identify the connected reader so you can locate its assigned port in Device Manager. Although the device name includes COM8, Windows may assign a different port on another computer.

How to Install OBID RFID Reader with USB/CDC interface (COM8) Driver

1. Check your system and reader. Confirm your Windows version, whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit, and the reader’s exact model. For Windows 10/11 systems, note that Windows 10 is listed as supported, but Windows 11 compatibility requires separate confirmation.
2. Select a compatible package. Before starting an OBID RFID Reader with USB/CDC interface (COM8) driver download for Windows, verify that the package matches your hardware and operating system. Choose the latest version that explicitly supports your setup; a free download label alone does not confirm compatibility.
3. Install the driver. Extract the downloaded files if necessary, then follow the included instructions. Run the installer if provided, or use Device Manager’s “Update driver” option to browse to the extracted driver folder.
4. Connect and verify the reader. Follow any instructions about when to attach the USB cable. Check Device Manager for the reader and confirm that no warning icon appears.
5. Configure your RFID software. Select the COM port shown in Device Manager, which may be COM8 or another number. Apply the communication settings specified in the reader documentation, then test the connection.

Keep the driver updated when Feig Electronic provides a compatible release that addresses your needs. Before you update, review the package notes and retain the working installer so you can restore your previous setup if necessary.