: Run the downloaded .exe autoloader file on your PC. Connection
| Error | Likely Cause | Fix | |-------|--------------|-----| | Device not found | Wrong driver or not in 9008 mode | Reinstall Qualcomm drivers (use USBDeview to remove old ones) | | Sahara fail | USB cable or port issue | Try USB 2.0 port, short cable, disable USB selective suspend | | Firehose error | Corrupt download or wrong model | Re-download from trusted source, verify SHA hash | | Autoloader crashes immediately | Windows Defender / antivirus blocking | Temporarily disable real-time protection | Blackberry Leap Str100-1 Autoloader Download
Unlike a simple factory reset (which keeps the OS core intact), an Autoloader: : Run the downloaded