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Intel provides software and drivers as well as technical support information for Intel® wireless products.
Before you update your driver
Intel provides generic versions of Wi-Fi drivers for general purposes. Your computer manufacturer may have altered the features, incorporated customizations, or made other changes to your adapter software. Intel recommends you contact your computer manufacturer for the latest system specific updates and technical support information.
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Updating Driver and Software
The following methods can be used to update your Intel® Wi-Fi driver:
- Intel® Driver Update Utility
The easiest way to update your Intel Wi-Fi driver and software is to run the Intel Driver Update Utility tool. This tool identifies your adapter and updates your computer with the latest version, if necessary.
- Manually update the driver
Download your driver through Download Center. You need to know your adapter name and operating system to locate the driver. After you have the software or driver on your hard drive, simply double-click the executable. The install wizard walks you through the installation process.
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Information specific to Intel® WiMAX adapters
- Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiMAX Connection Utility 1.1.2.0 is required to access the Clear* network when using Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5350 and Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150 products.
- Ensure you update the Intel® PROSet/Wireless WiFi Connection Utility to the latest version if you are using the Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5350 or Intel® WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150 for Wi-Fi connectivity.
- WiMAX subscription service using Intel wireless adapters is only available in the United States at this time. Please visit WiMAX Technology for details and updates.
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Find technical support information
Technical support for your product is available at www.intel.com/support/wireless.
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Find drivers for Linux*
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Linux drivers are not provided for all Intel wireless products. Installation instructions are available on the web sites containing the drivers. Refer to the links below. | |
Wi-Fi*
WiMAX*
- Only email support is available
- Support is provided on installation issues only
- Support is provided only when used with kernels 2.6.18 or greater
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1 WiMAX connectivity requires a WiMAX-enabled device and subscription to a WiMAX broadband service. WiMAX connectivity may require you to purchase additional software or hardware at extra cost. Availability of WiMAX is limited; check with your carrier for details on availability and network limitations. Broadband performance and results may vary due to environmental factors and other variables. See WiMAX Technology for more information.
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