ZTE GPS Port FFED (COM17) Driver

The ZTE GPS Port FFED (COM17) driver helps Windows recognize the GPS-related serial interface exposed by compatible ZTE USB hardware, allowing supported software to communicate with it through a COM port. You may need this driver if the device appears as an unknown USB device, shows a warning in Device Manager, or is unavailable to your GPS application.

Key Features

• USB-to-serial communication: Provides access to the device’s GPS port so compatible applications can communicate with the connected ZTE hardware.
• Device recognition: Helps Windows identify the interface correctly rather than leaving it listed as an unrecognized device.
• COM port access: Makes the interface available through a Windows COM port. Although this device is labeled COM17, Windows may assign a different number after installation or when you change USB connections.
• Support for older Windows systems: Intended for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, and XP, subject to the compatibility of the specific driver package and your system architecture.

How to Install ZTE GPS Port FFED (COM17) Driver

1. Check your system and device. Confirm your Windows version and whether it is 32-bit or 64-bit. In Device Manager, check the device’s Hardware IDs under Properties > Details to help verify that the package matches your hardware.
2. Choose a compatible package. Before starting your ZTE GPS Port FFED (COM17) driver download for Windows, review the supported operating systems and source. If a package is offered as a free download, verify its authenticity and avoid unrelated installer bundles.
3. Extract and install. Unzip the downloaded files if needed. Run the included installer, or open Device Manager, right-click the affected device, select Update driver, and browse to the extracted driver folder.
4. Reconnect and verify. Follow any restart instructions, reconnect the ZTE device, and check that its GPS port appears without a warning icon. Note the assigned COM number and select it in your compatible application.
5. Check compatibility if installation fails. For Windows 10/11 systems, do not assume both versions are supported: Windows 11 is not included in the listed OS support. Use only a package explicitly compatible with your system, and do not bypass driver-signature protections.

Keep the driver updated when a compatible release addresses connection problems or improves stability. Before you update, compare the installed driver with the latest version available from a trusted source; a higher version number alone does not guarantee a better match for your ZTE hardware.