However, this wireless technology is recommended to be used for transferring data between compatible devices within short ranges.Ī newer version can include support for later technology standards or add compatibility with other Bluetooth chipsets however, bear in mind that updating the driver might not improve your system at all. Installing the system's Bluetooth driver will allow it to connect with various devices such as mobile phones, tablets, headsets, gaming controllers, and more. Browse to the folder where you extracted the driver and click Ok About Bluetooth Drivers:

If you already have the driver installed and want to update to a newer version got to 'Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer'ħ. Choose to select the location of the new driver manually and browse to the folder where you extracted the driverĥ. Right click on the hardware device you wish to update and choose Update Driver SoftwareĤ. Go to Device Manager (right click on My Computer, choose Manage and then find Device Manager in the left panel), or right click on Start Menu for Windows 10 and select Device Managerģ. In order to manually update your driver, follow the steps below (the next steps):ġ. Take into consideration that is not recommended to install the driver on Operating Systems other than stated ones. If the driver is already installed on your system, updating (overwrite-installing) may fix various issues, add new functions, or just upgrade to the available version. This package provides the installation files for Qualcomm Atheros AR3012 Bluetooth 4.0 + HS Adapter Driver version 10.0.1.7.

Qualcomm atheros ar3012 bluetooth 4.0