Download Bluetooth adapter for Windows 10

Download Bluetooth adapter for Windows 10

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Intel® Wireless Bluetooth® for Windows® 10 and Windows 11*

Introduction

Installs Intel® Wireless Bluetooth® version 22.170.0. Driver version varies depending on the wireless adapter installed.

Available Downloads

  • Windows 11*, Windows 10, 64-bit*, Windows 10, 32-bit*
  • Size: 50.2 MB
  • SHA1: 085C9A2895C7ABA1DEDC7A4FD1D3F9BE83D8FD98

Detailed Description

Important Notice

  • Driver package 22.170.0 has been validated to support Microsoft Windows 11*

Purpose

Intel® Wireless Bluetooth® is recommended for end-users, including home users and business customers with Intel Wireless Bluetooth® technology.

Intel® Wireless Bluetooth® Package version = 22.170.0

  • Driver version 22.170.0.2:
    For Windows® 10 64-bit or Windows 11* using AX411, AX211, AX210, AX203, AX201, AX200, AX101, 9560, 9462, 9461, 9260, 8265, 18265, 8260, 18260
    The drivers also work on Intel® Killer™ AX1690, AX1675, AX1650, 1550
  • Driver version 20.100.10.9: For Windows® 10 64-bit or Windows 11* using 7265, 17265, 3168, 3165
  • Driver version 20.100.9.7: For Windows® 10 32-bit using 7265, 17265, 3168, 3165

Intel® Wireless Bluetooth® 22.170.0 driver has been updated to include functional and security updates. Users should update to the latest version.

Note: When you update the wireless adapter software package, it might not update the wireless adapter driver if it includes the same driver as the previous release. For instructions, see Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software Version and the Driver Version.

What's new

See the release notes for what is new or fixed, known issues, installation instructions, and supported hardware.

Not sure what to download?

Confirm that you have Windows® 10 operating system before installing. Check if your operating system is 32-bit or 64-bit.

Note: Some products support only 64-bit version of Windows® 10. See Supported Windows Operating Systems for Intel® Wireless Products for details.

Ensure that your wireless adapter is supported by this download. List of supported wireless adapters available below.

Determine which wireless adapter is installed in your computer system:

  • Manually identify your Intel® Wireless Adapter and driver version number.

Which file to choose?

  • If you have Windows® 10 32-bit/ 64-bit, or Windows 11*: BT-22.170.0-32-64UWD-Win10-Win11.exe

How to install

  1. Download the file to a folder on your PC.
  2. Uninstall current version of Intel Wireless Bluetooth Software.
  3. Double-click the file to launch installation.

About Intel® software and 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.

See a list of computer manufacturer support websites.

This download is valid for the product(s) listed below.

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How do I add a Bluetooth adapter to Windows 10?

To install the new Bluetooth adapter on Windows 10, use these steps: Connect the new Bluetooth adapter to a free USB port on the computer. Allow Windows 10 to detect and install the driver automatically..
Open Settings..
Click on Devices..
Click on Bluetooth & other devices..

How do I install missing Bluetooth in Windows 10?

Click Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices. Under Related settings, click More Bluetooth Options. Select the Options tab and check Show the Bluetooth icon in the notification area. Click Apply > OK.

Why is the Bluetooth adapter is not showing in Windows 10?

If you don't see Bluetooth, select Expand to reveal Bluetooth, then select Bluetooth to turn it on. You'll see “Not connected” if your Windows 10 device isn't paired to any Bluetooth accessories. Check in Settings. Select Select the Start button, then select Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices .