Can't install on Wemos D1 Mini

Issues
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Hey people,
in the past I already installed WLED on several Wemos D1 mini’s (ESP8266).
Now I want to realise a project for a friend and got some new boards, but can’t install on any of them.

The error message says: “Failed to execute ‘open’ on ‘SerialPort’: Failed to open serial port.”

I installed the newest drivers for the CH340G and the device gets recognized correctly in the Windows Device Manager. I also managed to install WLED on my ESP32, so my browser (Opera) shouldn’t be the problem. I also tried several COM ports, all with the same result (Hubs and direct ports).

If somebody encountered the same problem or knows a solution I would be very happy.
Best regards
McNik

PS: These are the boards I used: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0754W6Z2F?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
I am running Windows 11 with a Ryzen 7900 and 64GB DDR5.

2

Are you sure you are using a usb DATA cable and not one that only does power? Also make sure you reboot your pc after you install the ch340 driver.

3

Hey, I restarted the PC after the installation and was I able to flash other boards with the same cable. So that isn’t the cullprit :slight_smile:

4

Hi,

I have the same trouble with an ESP 32 MINI D1.
The drivers are ok.
Cable too.

Do you have any idea ?
Many thx for your help.