Intel PROSet/Wireless Driver/Software 21.120.2 for Windows 10 64-bit

Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software is recommended for end users, including home users and business customers who do not need advanced IT administrator tools.

Key Issues Fixed and Changes:

- 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).
- Windows Stop Errors (BSOD) caused by the Intel Wireless driver occurs.
- Windows Stop Errors (BSOD) may occur while playing online video and turning on Windows 10 mobile hotspot.
- Windows Stop Errors (BSOD) may occur when rebooting the system.
- Under some circumstances, a system may fail to automatically reconnect to the Access Point after returning into the RF range.
- Wake on Wireless LAN may fail on a system with wireless AMT (Intel Active Management Technology).
- With certain HW/SW configurations, random network disconnection may occur and require reconnecting manually.
- Data transfer performance might be reduced when PC to cellphone connection shifts from Wi-Fi Direct to 2.4 GHz Access Point.
- When resuming from Sleep mode on systems with Modern Standby, Windows Stop Errors (BSOD) caused by the Intel Wireless Driver might occur.
- Windows Stop Errors (BSOD) might occur on systems with Modern Standby, along with WiFi driver Event ID 5010 in Event Viewer.
- After resuming from Sleep mode on systems with Modern Standby, throughput performance might be reduced.
- A network disconnection might occur after the system is sitting idle.
- A network disconnection might occur, along with Wi-Fi driver Event ID 5005, while streaming online videos at 2.4 GHz.
- Wireless connection problems may occur with Cisco AnyConnect software.
- Intel Wireless adapters might not connect to access points with TKIP encryption.
- Intel PROSet/Wireless Software 21.120.2 has been updated to include functional and security updates. Users should update to the latest version.

The 21.120.2 Hot Fix package installs the Windows 10 Wi-Fi drivers for the following Intel Wireless Adapters:

- 21.120.2.1 for AX201/AX200/9560/9260/9462/9461 (Only available in 64-bit version)
- 20.70.18.1 for 8265/8260 (Only available in 64-bit version)
- 19.51.30.1 for 7265(Rev. D)/3165/3168

How to install:

- Download the file to a folder on your PC.
- Double click on the file to launch installation.

This download is valid for the products listed below:

- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Desktop Kit
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7265
- Intel Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) Desktop Kit
- Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 (Gig+)
- Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (Gig+)
- Intel Wireless-AC 9260
- Intel Wireless-AC 9461
- Intel Wireless-AC 9462
- Intel Wireless-AC 9560
- Intel Wireless-N 7265

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.