Stuck on "checking bootloader status"

Hi everyone. I am stuck on the “checking bootloader status” screen in the installer. I tried a bunch of different tips for troubleshooting it and nothing seems to work. I have tried to install on windows installer, manual install windows, manual install wsl, and even tried to install a different OS using a mac. None of it works. I have used different cables as well. The fairphone just stays on the bootloader screen with any installation attempt. i was eventually able to do fastboot flashing unlock on my mac so the phone is now wiped and unlocked, but when I attempt to install anything the phone can’t be found. Any advice?

Fairphone 5 - windows 11 predominantly.
Android 14
USB cables are fine (have tried multiple)
Windows drivers - none are available to be updated (hence why I tried through wsl and mac)

Any other ideas?

Thanks!