Gobi Wireless Modem (QDL mode)

USB ID 413c:8171 · Dell Computer Corp.

VendorDell Computer Corp.
Vendor ID413c
Device ID8171
Windows hardware IDUSB\VID_413C&PID_8171
Linux modaliasusb:v413Cp8171
Linux driverqcserial

Frequently asked questions

Which device has USB ID 413c:8171?

USB ID 413c:8171 is “Gobi Wireless Modem (QDL mode)” made by Dell Computer Corp. (vendor ID 413c, device ID 8171).

Which Linux driver supports Gobi Wireless Modem (QDL mode)?

In Linux kernel 6.12 the device is bound to the driver qcserial (source under drivers/usb/serial). The driver is normally loaded automatically when the device is detected.

How do I check whether Gobi Wireless Modem (QDL mode) is in my computer?

On Linux, lsusb -d 413c:8171 shows the device if it is present. On Windows, open Device Manager, then Properties → Details → Hardware Ids; it appears as USB\VID_413C&PID_8171.

How do I see which driver is currently in use?

lsusb -t prints the device tree with the bound driver (Driver=…) for each interface.

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