Driver 20 | Zebex Z6170

Zebex Z6170 Driver 20 — Overview and Context

Key features of the Z-6170 include:

1. Keyboard Wedge Mode: Accept that your scanner types like a keyboard. Use a software wedge (e.g., ComPortEmulator) to capture keystrokes and redirect them to a virtual COM port.
2. OPOS Drivers: If you are using a POS system (like NCR Counterpoint or Toshiba TCx), search for Zebex OPOS drivers instead of the raw Virtual COM driver.
3. Hardware Change: Purchase a $15 USB-to-TTL Serial adapter that outputs to a physical COM port, bypassing Zebex’s software entirely.

Issue 5: The driver installer freezes at 99%

• No Linux/macOS native package: Driver 20 is Windows-only. For Linux, use generic CDC ACM driver or USB HID mode.
• Deprecated for new installations: As of 2025, Zebex recommends checking for driver 21.x or later for Windows 11 24H2 and ARM64 devices.
• Legacy hardware caution: Driver 20 may not support the Z6170 Bluetooth variant (Z6170-BT) — use separate BlueSoleil or Zebex BT drivers instead.

Here is a comprehensive guide on how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Zebex Z6170 scanner driver (specifically addressing the context of "Driver 20").