| Problem | Likely Solution |
|--------|----------------|
| High CPU usage | Disable USB selective suspend in Power Options |
| Crash on wake from sleep | Update driver from Plugable’s site |
| Cannot uninstall | Use Microsoft’s "wushowhide.diagcab" to block reinstallation |
| File not found after uninstall | Run sfc /scannow in Command Prompt (Admin) to verify system files |
Older versions (from 2017–2019) are known for memory leaks. Here’s how to get the latest signed driver: qc1110-x64.exe windows 10
Alternatively, let Windows Update handle it: | Problem | Likely Solution | |--------|----------------| |
It is safe, provided it is located in the correct folder. Alternatively, let Windows Update handle it: It is
However, malware can disguise itself with similar names. If qc1110-x64.exe is running from C:\Users\YourName\AppData\Local\Temp or a folder like C:\Windows\Temp, run a Windows Defender scan immediately.
If the installer refuses to run even in compatibility mode, the self-extracting archive might be blocked. You can attempt to extract the files manually:
Sometimes, Windows 10 will automatically install a generic driver that conflicts with the specific driver you are trying to load.