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8085 – CP2102 USB UART Board (mini)/en

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Documentation notice: This technical documentation was independently rewritten from an archived supplier source. Check technical details and commands against the product version and manufacturer documentation before use.

Summary

Compact Waveshare module featuring the CP2102 USB-to-UART bridge chip and a mini-USB connector. The module provides serial communication via a virtual COM port interface.

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Technical overview

  • The module is based on the Silicon Labs CP2102 chip, a USB 2.0-compliant UART bridge with 0 digital I/O pins [3].
  • Connector type: USB mini plug; the module is categorized under “Modules, USB”.
  • Operating as a virtual COM port requires the CP210x VCP drivers from Silicon Labs [1].
  • Drivers are available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android [1].
  • Linux 3.x/4.x driver versions are maintained in the current kernel tree at www.kernel.org [1].
  • When using the Manufacturing DLL or Runtime DLL, the CP210x Windows VCP Driver version 6.0 or later must be used [1].
  • Legacy operating systems can be covered by the Legacy OS Software if an older 5.x driver is needed [1].
  • Additional technical documentation includes schematics and datasheets available in the Resources section.
  • Product designation: Waveshare CP2102 USB UART Board (mini), part numbers 8085 / WSAL8085.

Notes and version constraints

  • The driver link provided in the source text points to an outdated URL (silabs.com/products/mcu/Pages/USBtoUARTBridgeVCPDrivers.aspx). The current official download area is located at silabs.com/software-and-tools/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers [1].
  • No specific commands or configuration instructions are present in the source document; all operational steps require human confirmation.
  • The exact firmware version of the module is not specified; in case of incompatibility between driver and hardware versions, the manufacturer should be contacted.
  • No information on power supply values, dimensions, or certifications is included in the source document.

Source and revision record

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