Qualcomm HS-USB NMEA 250D (COM6) Driver

The Qualcomm HS-USB NMEA 250D (COM6) driver allows Windows to recognize the device’s USB-based serial interface, which can carry NMEA positioning data from compatible Qualcomm hardware to navigation or location-aware software. Listed under Qualcomm Atheros in the USB category, this interface needs the appropriate driver if it appears as an unknown device, shows a warning in Device Manager, or is unavailable to your application.

Key Features

• Enables communication between Windows and the Qualcomm HS-USB NMEA interface through a virtual COM port.
• Makes NMEA data accessible to compatible applications when the connected hardware supports positioning output.
• Supports installation on Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP when you select a package intended for your system and device.
• Helps Windows identify the interface correctly in Device Manager, making connection troubleshooting and port selection easier.

How to Install Qualcomm HS-USB NMEA 250D (COM6) Driver

1. Check your Windows version and whether it uses a 32-bit or 64-bit architecture. In Device Manager, open the device’s Properties and check its hardware IDs to confirm the package matches your hardware.
2. Choose a Qualcomm HS-USB NMEA 250D (COM6) driver download for Windows that explicitly supports your configuration. For a free download, prefer a trusted device-manufacturer source and check the package details before proceeding.
3. Extract the downloaded archive if necessary. If the package includes an installer, run it and follow its instructions, including any prompts about connecting the USB device.
4. If no installer is included, open Device Manager, right-click the relevant device, and choose Update driver or the equivalent option in your Windows version. Browse to the extracted driver folder and complete the installation.
5. Restart if prompted, then check that the interface appears without a warning under Ports (COM & LPT). Select its assigned COM port in your application; Windows may assign a port number other than COM6.

Keep the driver updated when your device manufacturer offers a compatible release that addresses connection issues or system changes. The latest version is not necessarily suitable for every device, so verify compatibility before you install an update. If you are comparing Windows 10/11 packages, note that Windows 11 is not among the supported systems listed here; confirm manufacturer support rather than assuming a Windows 10 driver will work.