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Do I need to upgrade firmware on my wireless adapter?

Intel is a supplier of laptop components and does not manufacture or sell complete laptop systems. The information provided here is for generic versions of the products. Each laptop computer original equipment manufacturer (OEM) may have altered the features, incorporated customizations, or made other changes. Please refer to your manufacturer for information specific to your laptop computer.

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Response:
Intel® PRO/Wireless Network Connections and the Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN do not require firmware upgrades. All necessary enhancements are applied when drivers are updated. As stated above, Intel recommends contacting your OEM for the latest software and drivers. Generic versions can be found for each
adapter at http://support.intel.com/support/wireless/wlan/.

This applies to:
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2100 Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection
Intel® PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
Intel® WiFi Link 5100
Intel® WiFi Link 5300
Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN

Solution ID: CS-025335
Date Created: 28-Dec-2006
Last Modified: 07-Jul-2008
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