Oppo R11s (r11s) Test Point (EDL Point 9008) Unbrick & Flashing Guide

When a Oppo R11s stops responding normally — boot loop, FRP wall, or corrupted firmware — this is usually the quickest path back to a working phone. Since the test point method is what most technicians reach for before opening up ISP/JTAG territory. This guide covers the exact test point location for the Oppo R11s (r11s) and walks through the full process step by step.

The Oppo R11s (r11s) is built around a Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660, which means Qualcomm EDL 9008 (HS-USB QDLoader) is the mode you'll need to trigger. Once the device responds in this mode, tools such as UnlockTool / Chimera / Miracle Box / QFIL can pick it up and handle FRP resets, firmware flashing, or IMEI repair.

Before you start: Before anything else, double-check that Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader Driver is sitting installed on your PC. Skip this and even a perfect test point connection goes unnoticed by Windows.

Device Information

Model Number	Oppo R11s (r11s)
Device Name	Oppo R11s
Chipset	Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660
Test Point Mode	Qualcomm EDL 9008 (HS-USB QDLoader)
Android Version	Android 7.1.1 (Nougat) / ColorOS 3.2
Test Point Type	Hardware shorting (motherboard)

What You Need Before Starting

DriverQualcomm HS-USB QDLoader Driver

Flash ToolUnlockTool / Chimera / Miracle Box / QFIL

HardwareFine-tip metal tweezers or thin wire

CableOriginal or good quality USB data cable

PCWindows 7 / 10 / 11 (64-bit recommended)

OptionalPlastic pry tool, heat gun for back cover

Oppo R11s (r11s) Test Point Location

The Oppo R11s (r11s)'s test point is just two tiny gold pads on the board. Short them and connect USB at the same time, and the phone forces itself into Qualcomm EDL 9008 (HS-USB QDLoader).

Oppo R11s Oppo R11s (r11s) — Test point location on motherboard

Important: Short only the correct test point pads shown above. Wrong contact can permanently damage the device.

How to Enter Test Point Mode (Step-by-Step)

Note: This process involves opening the device physically. Proceed carefully — hardware damage is not reversible.

1. 1Power off the device. Shut the device down entirely. Holding power and tapping restart won't cut it; you need a true power-off before going further.
2. 2Remove the back cover. Carefully pry the back cover loose with a plastic tool along the seams. For glued covers, warm the edges for about 20-30 seconds first — makes it come off without cracking anything.
3. 3Disconnect the battery. Disconnect the battery connector from the board — a plastic spudger works well for this. This is a safety step, so don't skip it before you start shorting anything.
4. 4Locate the test point pads. Match the pinout image above to the actual board and find the two gold test point pads.
5. 5Short the test points. Bridge both pads simultaneously with metal tweezers, keeping a firm, steady grip throughout.
6. 6Connect USB cable to PC. Without breaking that contact, plug the USB cable into your PC. The device should drop into Qualcomm EDL 9008 on its own.
7. 7Verify in Device Manager. Glance at Device Manager for "Qualcomm EDL 9008" under Ports. That entry appearing means it worked.
8. 8Release the tweezers once confirmed. The device stays in this mode as long as connected via USB.
9. 9Open your flash tool and proceed. The device should be detected automatically. Proceed with FRP reset, flashing, or IMEI repair as needed.

 Tip: If Device Manager shows "Unknown Device", reinstall Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader Driver and repeat the process. Use a rear USB port, not a hub.

Flash Tools Supporting Oppo R11s (r11s)

Once in test point mode, the following tools support the Oppo R11s (r11s) for various operations:

• UnlockTool — FRP reset / MDM remove
• Chimera Tool — FRP / IMEI repair
• Miracle Box — EDL flashing / FRP
• UMT Pro — FRP reset / firmware flash
• QFIL — Full firmware flash via firehose

Frequently Asked Questions

Check these in order — Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader Driver installation (uninstall, restart, reinstall as admin), pad cleanliness (isopropyl alcohol helps a lot), and your USB cable (charging-only cables won't work; use a data cable on a rear port, not a hub).

Yes, if you disconnect the battery first and short only the correct pads shown in the pinout image. Risk comes from touching wrong components or using excessive force near delicate SMD parts.

Simply entering this mode does not erase data. However, any FRP reset or firmware flash operation performed afterward will erase user data. Always inform the customer before proceeding.

Disconnect the USB cable and reconnect the battery. If it still does not boot, flash the official stock ROM using your flash tool while in this mode to restore the firmware.

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