If you bought a USB fingerprint dongle with no logo, look for the sticker on the physical device. Search for the model number (e.g., "FX2000") not the VID/PID. The driver is often labeled "Foxlink FPR Driver" or "Biometric USB Driver."
The first step in any driver investigation is the USB Vendor ID (VID). The VID_1F3A is registered to a relatively obscure player in the silicon world: Foxlink Image Technology Co., Ltd.
Foxlink is not a consumer brand like Logitech or Samsung. They are an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). They build the internal components for larger companies. Specifically, Foxlink specializes in:
Given the PID_EFE8 (Product ID) and the REV_02 (Revision 2), we can narrow the field significantly. This is not a disk drive. This combination almost exclusively points to a capacitive fingerprint sensor or a touchpad with an integrated fingerprint reader (FPR) .
Most developers use a bundled driver set usually found within tools like PhoenixSuit or LiveSuit. However, you can often install just the driver manually.
If you want a specific artifact (email, udev rule, Windows INF steps, or libusb sample), tell me which and which OS you’re using; otherwise I can assume Linux and provide an example.
The hardware ID USB\VID_1F3A&PID_EFE8 identifies a device in , a low-level subroutine used by Allwinner Technology
processors for firmware flashing and recovery. This mode is commonly triggered on Android tablets, TV boxes, and development boards (like the Cubieboard) to unbrick or update the device's operating system. DeviceHunt Identifying the Device Vendor ID (VID) 1F3A: Allwinner Technology. Product ID (PID) EFE8: Represents the sunxi SoC OTG connector specifically when it is in "FEL" or "flashing" mode. Revision 02 3:
Likely refers to a specific hardware or protocol revision of the Allwinner chip's bootloader. DeviceHunt Necessary Drivers & Tools usb vid 1f3a&pid efe8&rev 02 3 driver
To interact with a device in this state, you typically need a specific utility and its associated drivers rather than a standard "plug-and-play" driver. PhoenixSuit / LiveSuit:
These are the primary official Windows tools used to flash firmware onto Allwinner devices. PhoenixSuit:
Includes the required drivers in its installation directory (usually C:\Program Files\AllWinnertech\PhoenixSuit\Drivers An older alternative for legacy Allwinner-based tablets. Allwinner USB Drivers:
If you only need the driver, you can often find them on sites like Driver Scape DriverIdentifier Installation Steps If your device appears as an "Unknown Device" in Windows Device Manager Download and extract PhoenixSuit tool Right-click the "Unknown Device" in Device Manager and select Update driver Browse my computer for drivers and point to the folder within the PhoenixSuit directory.
If prompted with a security warning about "unverified drivers," select Install this driver software anyway Common Issues Device stays in FEL mode:
This usually happens if the firmware is corrupted or the device is being forced into recovery (e.g., by holding a "FEL" or "Volume" button while plugging it in). Not recognized by ADB: FEL mode is not ADB mode
. You cannot use standard Android Debug Bridge commands while the device is in this recovery state. Ask Ubuntu Allwinner Technology — USB Vendor 1F3A - DeviceHunt
This hardware ID (VID 1F3A & PID EFE8) identifies a device in Allwinner FEL Mode. This is a low-level recovery state used by Allwinner-based devices (like Onda tablets, Orange Pi, or Android TV boxes) for flashing firmware or unbricking. 🛠️ How to Install the Driver If you bought a USB fingerprint dongle with
If your computer sees this ID, it means the device is ready to be flashed but lacks the bridge to communicate with your PC. Method 1: Using Zadig (Recommended)
This is the standard way to install a generic USB driver for FEL mode. Download and run Zadig. Go to Options > List All Devices. Select USB Device(VID_1f3a_PID_efe8) from the dropdown. Choose WinUSB as the driver. Click Replace Driver or Install Driver. Method 2: Manufacturer Tools
If you are trying to flash a specific tablet or TV box, the driver is often bundled with the official flashing software:
PhoenixSuit / LiveSuit: Commonly used for Allwinner tablets (like Onda) and contains the necessary drivers in its installation folder.
Sunxi-tools: Used by developers on Linux/Windows for low-level access. ⚠️ Important Context
FEL Mode isn't "Normal": Your device only shows this ID when it is in a special boot state (often triggered by holding a "UBOOT" or recovery button while plugging it in). No Windows Update:
You likely won't find this driver through Windows Update because it is a specialized tool for developers and repair. Common Devices: You'll see this ID on
tablets, X96Q TV boxes, and various Orange Pi or Banana Pi boards during the initial setup. What is your end goal for this device? Are you trying to unbrick a tablet that won't turn on? Given the PID_EFE8 (Product ID) and the REV_02
Are you trying to install a new OS (like Armbian or Android)?
Did the device enter this mode by accident, and you just want it to boot normally?
I can give you the specific flashing steps if you share the model name. Booting into Allwinner FEL mode - OpenCentauri
Title: [SOLVED] Identifying and Installing Drivers for USB Device VID_1F3A&PID_EFE8
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If you have found an unknown device in your Device Manager with the Hardware ID USB\VID_1F3A&PID_EFE8&REV_02, you are likely working with a device based on the Allwinner architecture. Specifically, this ID is almost exclusively associated with Allwinner A-series SoCs (like the A33 or A13) entering FEL Mode.
Here is a breakdown of what this device is and how to get it working.
Encountering an unknown device in Device Manager with the hardware ID USB\VID_1F3A&PID_EFE8&REV_02.3 is rarely a sign of broken hardware. More often, it is a cry for software help. This guide will decode exactly what this device is, why Windows doesn't recognize it, and how to safely install the correct driver.
Since this device is in FEL mode, you cannot simply "use" it like a USB drive. You need specific software to interact with it:
ZTE does not always offer direct consumer downloads, but their generic "ZTE USB Modem Driver" package (often version 2.0.0.8 or higher) supports the 1F3A vendor ID.