| Error Code | Meaning | Fix | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Protocol mismatch (Phone expects newer Sahara version). | Update QPST to latest version. | | Sahara 0x00000002 | Memory dump already in progress. | Disconnect battery, short test points, reconnect. | | Firehose 0x00000003 | Sectors cannot be read (Dead NAND). | Check eMMC/UFS for physical damage. Game over. | | Switch to Firehose failed | Programmer is for wrong chip. | Double check chipset (e.g., 660 vs 662). |

Understanding and Fixing QPST Sahara Memory Dump UPD Error (Qualcomm 9008)

: If the QPST Configuration tool is running when a crashed device is connected via USB, it will automatically detect the Sahara "Hello" packet and initiate the dump collection.

While the dump is in progress, the tab in QPST Configuration will display the phone status as "Sahara Memory Dump". This status remains active throughout the data transfer. Once the DUMP log capture completes, the device will automatically restart, indicating the process has finished.

: The QPST Configuration tool establishes a "Sahara Hello" handshake with the device.

This tool is located in your QPST installation folder (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\Qualcomm\QPST\bin\ ).