Intel PROSet/Wireless Driver/Software 20.0.2 for Windows 8.1 64-bit Download

Posted at December 22, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

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Device Name	Intel PROSet/Wireless Driver/Software 20.0.2 for Windows 8.1 64-bit
Category	Network Card
Manufacturer	INTEL
File Size	89.7 MB
Supported OS	Windows 8.1 64 bit

Intel PROSet/Wireless Driver/Software 20.0.2 for Windows 8.1 64-bit Description

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

Issues Fixed and Changes

- When connecting to a different wireless access point after resume from sleep, in some instances the WIFI icon in the taskbar may show “No Internet access” and the wireless networks list might be empty.
- Mobile hotspot fails to start if the “Network band” is set to 5 GHz while the host PC is connected to an access point on 2.4 GHz band.
- In some instances, the PC may disconnect from the access point on 2.4 GHz when hosting mobile hotspot on 5 GHz.
- Windows stop error (BSOD) may occur during system restart.
- Random loss of wireless connectivity while roaming.
- Wi-Fi Protected Access II (WPA2) handshake traffic can be manipulated to induce nonce and session key reuse.
- Cannot connect to specific access point that is configured for non-broadcast SSID and 802.11b only.
- After resume from sleep, WIFI icon in taskbar may show a red “X” and the wireless networks list is empty.
- Cannot connect to certain access points after resume from sleep.
- Windows stop error (BSOD) may occur while connected to a wireless network.

Intel PROSet/Wireless WiFi Software version = 20.0.2

- Driver version = 19.10.9.2 for Windows 8.1 for 18265, 8265, 3168, 18260, 8260, 17265, and 3165.
- Driver version = 18.33.9.3 for Windows 8.1 for 7265, 7260, and 3160.

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 PROSet/Wireless Software
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
- Intel Wireless-N 7260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7265
- Intel Tri-Band Wireless-AC 17265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160
- Intel Tri-Band Wireless-AC 18260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
- Intel Wireless-N 7265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168

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.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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