How to install new wifi driver windows 10

Installing a new WiFi driver on Windows 10 can be a bit tricky, but I'll guide you through the process. Here are the steps:

Method 1: Install from Device Manager

  1. Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager.
  2. In the Device Manager, expand the "Network Adapters" section.
  3. Right-click on the WiFi adapter (e.g., "Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+) Adapter") and select "Update driver".
  4. Click "Search automatically for updated driver software".
  5. Windows will search for and install the latest driver for your WiFi adapter.
  6. Restart your computer to complete the installation.

Method 2: Install from Manufacturer's Website

  1. Go to the website of your WiFi adapter's manufacturer (e.g., Intel, Realtek, etc.).
  2. Search for the driver download page for your specific WiFi adapter model.
  3. Download the latest driver package (usually a.zip or.exe file).
  4. Extract the downloaded file to a folder on your computer (e.g., "C:\Drivers").
  5. Open the Device Manager and expand the "Network Adapters" section.
  6. Right-click on the WiFi adapter and select "Update driver".
  7. Click "Browse my computer for driver software".
  8. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the driver files and select the.inf file.
  9. Follow the installation prompts to complete the installation.
  10. Restart your computer to complete the installation.

Method 3: Install using Windows Update

  1. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
  2. Click "Check for updates".
  3. If a WiFi driver update is available, it will be listed under "Optional updates".
  4. Click "Download and install now" to install the update.
  5. Restart your computer to complete the installation.

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