GemProx-PU Contactless Smart Card Reader
USB ID 08e6:5501 · Gemalto (was Gemplus)
| Vendor | Gemalto (was Gemplus) |
|---|---|
| Vendor ID | 08e6 |
| Device ID | 5501 |
| Windows hardware ID | USB\VID_08E6&PID_5501 |
| Linux modalias | usb:v08E6p5501 |
| Linux driver | cp210x |
Frequently asked questions
Which device has USB ID 08e6:5501?
USB ID 08e6:5501 is “GemProx-PU Contactless Smart Card Reader” made by Gemalto (was Gemplus) (vendor ID 08e6, device ID 5501).
Which Linux driver supports GemProx-PU Contactless Smart Card Reader?
In Linux kernel 6.12 the device is bound to the driver cp210x (source under drivers/usb/serial). The driver is normally loaded automatically when the device is detected.
How do I check whether GemProx-PU Contactless Smart Card Reader is in my computer?
On Linux, lsusb -d 08e6:5501 shows the device if it is present. On Windows, open Device Manager, then Properties → Details → Hardware Ids; it appears as USB\VID_08E6&PID_5501.
How do I see which driver is currently in use?
lsusb -t prints the device tree with the bound driver (Driver=…) for each interface.