This page contains the list of device drivers for Sony VAIO. To download the proper driver, first choose your operating system, then find your device name and click the download button. Intel Wireless LAN Driver (Windows 7 32bit) Download. This utility will install the originally shipped version of the Intel® Proset/Wireless WiFi Software for the Sony VAIO® computers listed below. IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. Download And Installation Instructions.
This utility installs an updated version of the BCM43142 Wireless Network Adapter software to resolve an issue where the computer cannot connect to certain access points using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button or PBC (Push Button Configuration) method. This update also improves Wireless LAN connectivity.If it has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix problems, add new functions, or expand existing ones. Even though other OSes might be compatible as well, we do not recommend applying this release on platforms other than the ones specified.
To install this package please do the following:
- Make sure that all system requirements are met.
- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Locate and double-click on the newly-downloaded file.
- Allow Windows to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User License Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect.
- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Locate and double-click on the newly-downloaded file.
- Allow Windows to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User License Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect.
About Wireless LAN Drivers:
Windows OSes usually apply a generic driver that allows systems to recognize the wireless component. However, in order to use all available features of this hardware, you must install the appropriate drivers.
Enabling the wireless card allows systems to read chipset information and manufacturer name, as well as connect to a network without using an Ethernet cable.
Updating the driver version can resolve different compatibility issues, fix related errors spotted throughout the product's usage, add support for new operating systems, improve transfer speed, as well as bring various other changes.
As for applying this release, the installation steps should not pose to much of a challenge since each producer intends to make the procedure as easy as possible: just download the package, run the setup, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Bear in mind that we do not recommend you install this release on OSes other than the specified ones even though other platforms might also be suitable. Also, when the update has finished, do perform a restart to ensure that all changes take effect properly.
Therefore, if you wish to apply this package, click the download button, and setup the wireless card on your system. Moreover, if you want to stay “updated one minute ago,” check with our website as often as possible.
Enabling the wireless card allows systems to read chipset information and manufacturer name, as well as connect to a network without using an Ethernet cable.
Updating the driver version can resolve different compatibility issues, fix related errors spotted throughout the product's usage, add support for new operating systems, improve transfer speed, as well as bring various other changes.
As for applying this release, the installation steps should not pose to much of a challenge since each producer intends to make the procedure as easy as possible: just download the package, run the setup, and follow the on-screen instructions.
Bear in mind that we do not recommend you install this release on OSes other than the specified ones even though other platforms might also be suitable. Also, when the update has finished, do perform a restart to ensure that all changes take effect properly.
Therefore, if you wish to apply this package, click the download button, and setup the wireless card on your system. Moreover, if you want to stay “updated one minute ago,” check with our website as often as possible.
This page lists all versions of Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software and drivers for currently supported Intel® Wireless Adapters.
To update the Wi-Fi driver for your Intel Wireless Adapter:
- Use the Intel® Driver & Support Assistant (Recommended).
Or
- Select your operating system from the drop down menu below, then select your version to download and manually install.
Package Version1 | Supported Adapters |
21.40.2 (Latest) | Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX2012 Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX2002 Intel® Wireless-AC 95602 Intel® Wireless-AC 94622 Intel® Wireless-AC 94612 Intel® Wireless-AC 92602 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 82652 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 82602 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 Intel® Wireless 7265 (Rev D) Family Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 |
2Support only 64-Bit of the OS.
Package Version1 | Supported Adapters |
(Latest) | Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 82652 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 82602 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 Intel® Wireless 7265 (Rev D) Family Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 |
Each package contains different versions of the driver for different adapters.
Please refer to the following link for latest available drivers for the Intel® Wireless 7265 Family (Rev.C), Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160 and Intel® Wireless 7260 Family adapters.
2Support only 64-Bit of the OS.
Package Version1 | Supported Adapters |
(Latest) | Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 Intel® Wireless 7265 (Rev D) Family Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 |
Note | Contact your system manufacturer prior to installing software or drivers, or requesting technical support from Intel. They may provide software or drivers specifically configured for your system. |
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