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add data cable warning to meshtastic flasher

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Install Meshtastic Flasher by either [downloading the executable file](https://github.com/meshtastic/Meshtastic-gui-installer/releases) or installing using `pip`. The following operating systems are: Windows, Mac, and Ubuntu.
### Check Data Cable
Plug your device into your computer using a USB cable and then do the following:
:::important
You may need to install a driver from Silicon Labs for the [CP210X USB to UART bridge](https://www.silabs.com/products/development-tools/software/usb-to-uart-bridge-vcp-drivers)
Some newer boards may require the drivers for the [CH9102 Windows](http://www.wch.cn/downloads/CH343SER_ZIP.html) or [Direct Download](https://github.com/Xinyuan-LilyGO/CH9102_Driver) for Windows 7. For [CH9102 Mac](http://www.wch.cn/downloads/CH34XSER_MAC_ZIP.html). Click the big blue button with the down arrow. Be sure to open up the application and click "Install" after the package is installed. Also, reboot.
:::
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groupId="operating-system"
defaultValue="linux"
values={[
{label: 'Linux', value: 'linux'},
{label: 'macOS', value: 'macos'},
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]}>
<TabItem value="linux">
Connect your Meshtastic device to your USB port, open a `Terminal` and enter the following command:
```bash
lsusb
```
You should see something like: `ID 10c4:ea60 Silicon Labs CP210x UART Bridge` for CP210X or `ID 1a86:55d4 QinHeng Electronics USB Single Serial` for CH9102
</TabItem>
<TabItem value="macos">
Navigate to `Apple Menu  > About This Mac > System Report... > Hardware > USB`. You should see something like `CP210X USB to UART Bridge Controller`. If not download the appropriate drivers
</TabItem>
<TabItem value="windows">
Navigate to `Device Manager > Ports (COM & LPT)`. You should see something like `Silicon Labs CP210X USB to UART Bridge (COM5)`. If not download the appropriate drivers
</TabItem>
</Tabs>
### Install using `pip`
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groupId="operating-system"