adb devices fastboot devices

These drivers typically support three distinct operational modes on Qualcomm-based hardware:

When a phone is booted into the Android OS or Fastboot mode, it identifies itself using standard IDs (VID: 18D1 for Google/Android generic, or 05C6 for Qualcomm). Windows usually recognizes these automatically or via generic drivers.

explores the architecture of the Qualcomm MSM chain-of-trust and how Fastboot interfaces can be exploited.

If the driver fails to install on Windows 10/11, you may need to temporarily disable Driver Signature Enforcement via the Advanced Startup menu. Further Exploration Learn how to use Qualcomm Docs