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Aug 21, 2020. We don't have any change log information yet for version 15.8.0 XP of Intel PRO/Wireless and WiFi Link Drivers XP 64-bit. Sometimes publishers take a little while to make this information available, so please check back in a few days to see if it has been updated. Wifi driver for laptop free download - My WiFi Router, WiFi Sharing Manager, Wireless Wizard, and many more programs.

Here's how you can update your wireless (WiFi) driver on your PC running Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10:

  1. Determine the wireless driver that you're running on your PC, along with the date and version. Open the command prompt (Win key + R, type 'cmd') and enter the following command:

You should get a screen like the one below:

  1. If the driver is more than one year old, we suggest you update it. Copy the driver name from the command prompt screen and do a Google search.
  1. Download the latest available driver for your wireless (WiFi) adapter from the manufacturer's website. In the example above, go to the Download Center for Intel and choose the driver for the Windows version you are running. If you're unsure of what version you're running, just check the 'System type' information in the System properties screen (Win key + Break). (We suggest downloading the file to your Desktop).
  1. Install the driver by running the installer. If the driver doesn't have an installer:
    1. Open the Device Manager (You can do this by pressing the Windows but and typing it out)
    2. Right click on your wireless adapter and choose Update Driver Software.
    3. Choose the option to Browse and locate the drivers you downloaded. Windows will then install the drivers.
  2. Reboot your PC after installing the updated drivers.


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Notes

Here are the driver update websites for some frequently used wireless (WiFi) cards:

  • Intel: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product/59485/Wireless-Networking
  • Qualcomm / Atheros: https://www.ath-drivers.eu/atheros-wireless-drivers.html

Notice:

From the Wi-Fi release 21.90.X package onwards, there will be one INF file as part of the installation package that will support two different Wi-Fi drivers. The INF file (Netwtw08.INF) will provide installation support for two drivers (Netwtw08.sys and Netwtw10.sys). Additional information available here.

Purpose

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This package version includes fixes for random installation errors of the Windows® 10 Wi-Fi Drivers for Intel® Wireless Adapters when using specific platform configurations and the End User installer package version 21.110 or 21.120.1 (exe installation package).

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This download is recommended for IT administrators, large corporations, universities, and medical centers. Smaller organizations may also find the installation and deployment features useful.

If you are seeking any additional downloads of the Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software or if you are looking for Wi-Fi drivers for end users please visit Download Center.

Not sure what to download?

The driver version of some products may not update. Learn more about Intel® Wireless Adapter driver versions.

To determine which wireless adapter is installed in your computer system:

  • Automatically detect and update your drivers and software with the Intel® Driver & Support Assistant.
  • Manually identify your Intel® Wireless Adapter and driver version number.

Which file should you download?

This download consists of three types of files:

  • All files: This file includes all zip files for both Drivers only and Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software package (includes drivers) in this download.
    • WiFi_21.120.0_all.zip
  • Drivers only: This is a compressed package that includes all files required to install the wireless adapter drivers only. The zip package allows you to extract the drivers for installation on multiple systems.
    • Windows® 10 32-bit: WiFi_21.120.2_Driver32_Win10.zip
    • Windows® 10 64-bit: WiFi_21.120.2_Driver64_Win10.zip
    • Windows 8.1* 32-bit: WiFi_21.40.5_Driver32_Win8.1.zip
    • Windows 8.1* 64-bit: WiFi_21.40.5_Driver64_Win8.1.zip
    • Windows 7* 32-bit: WiFi_21.40.5_Driver32_Win7.zip
    • Windows 7* 64-bit: WiFi_21.40.5_Driver64_Win7.zip
  • Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software (includes drivers): This is a compressed package that includes all files required to install the wireless adapter drivers and Intel PROSet/Wireless Software. The ZIP package allows you to extract the drivers and software for customized or silent installation on multiple systems.
    • Windows 8.1* and Windows 7* 32-Bit: WiFi_21.40.5_PROSet32.zip
    • Windows 8.1* and Windows 7* 64-Bit: WiFi_21.40.5_PROSet64.zip

Note: This Software Release version does not include new drivers for the Intel® Wireless 7265 Family (Rev.C), Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 and Intel® Wireless 7260 Family adapters. Please refer to the following link for latest available drivers here.

The following products are supported with this software and driver package

Some products support only 64-bit version of Windows*. See Supported Operating Systems for Intel® Wireless Products for details.

  • Intel® Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) Desktop Kit
  • Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201
  • Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX200
  • Intel® Wireless-AC 9560
  • Intel® Wireless-AC 9461
  • Intel® Wireless-AC 9462
  • Intel® Wireless-AC 9260
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Desktop Kit
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 (Rev D)
  • Intel® Dual Band Wireless-N 7265(Rev D)
  • Intel® Wireless-N 7265 (Rev D)
  • Intel® Tri-Band Wireless-AC 17265
  • Intel® Tri-Band Wireless-AC 18260
  • Intel® Tri-Band Wireless-AC 18265

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How to install

  1. Download the file to a folder on your PC.
  2. Use a third-party unzip application to open the file and unzip the contents.
  3. Review information for IT administrators on installation options including silent install.

What's new

See the release notes for supported hardware, what is new, bug fixes, and known issues.

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Get support

  • The Wireless Support Community Forum is a monitored peer-to-peer exchange for Intel's wireless community.
  • For Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software support, chat with a support agent.

About Intel® drivers

The driver or software for your Intel® component might have been changed or replaced by the computer manufacturer. We recommend you work with your computer manufacturer before installing our driver so you don’t lose features or customizations.

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See list of manufacturers’ support websites.