SymptomsA Bluetooth Driver is a software program that allows your operating system to communicate with a Bluetooth device and conversely. Bluetooth drivers are operating system and device specific. For example, a Bluetooth adapter requires specific drivers based on the operating system that is installed on the computer such as Windows 10, Windows 8 (8.1), or Windows 7. Show Bluetooth drivers, also known as Bluetooth stack is essential for the Bluetooth adapter on a computer to communicate with a Bluetooth enabled devices such as mobile phones, Bluetooth-enabled printers, keyboard, mouse, and so on. CauseAn incorrect, corrupt, or missing driver can affect the performance of the Bluetooth-enabled devices such as unable to recognize or identify, unable to pair, intermittent connectivity with Bluetooth-enabled devices. ResolutionDell Technologies recommends that you download the drivers for your Dell computer, printer, tablet, and other Dell devices from the Dell Drivers & Downloads website. WARNING: Downloading and installing Dell-developed drivers or software from third-party or unknown sources can cause the computer or device not to work correctly, cause the computer to crash or not boot into the operating system, or in some rare instances infect the computer with virus, trojan, or other malicious software. NOTE: Drivers for third-party or non-Dell products such as non-Dell branded printers, docking stations, webcams, scanners, monitors, and so on, must be downloaded from the device manufacturer's website. To download and install the Bluetooth drivers on a Dell computer, follow the steps that are mentioned below.
How to install Bluetooth drivers in Windows 10
Duration: 01:32 NOTE: On certain Dell computers, the Bluetooth drivers may be part of the WiFi (wireless or WLAN) driver package. The reference to Driver Series #5 Wireless Driver that is mentioned in the above video is to download and install the WiFi (wireless or WLAN) drivers using the video that is listed below. Additional InformationHow to Connect Bluetooth Device to Your Personal Computer in Windows 11Duration: 02:09 How To Run Bluetooth TroubleshooterDuration: 00:35 NOTE: Offers are only available for US, Canada, UK, France, Germany, China, and Japan personal computer customers. Server and Storage not applicable. How do I install Bluetooth on my laptop Windows 7?On your PC, select Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices > Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth. Choose the device and follow additional instructions if they appear, then select Done.
Why can't I find Bluetooth on Windows 7?If Bluetooth is not turned on it may not show up in control panel or device manager. Enable the Bluetooth radio first. Press the key or button to enable the wireless adapter. This key may be F8 or Fn+F5 (or F5).
Can I install Bluetooth on my laptop?Getting a Bluetooth adapter for your PC is the easiest way to add this functionality to a desktop or laptop. You don't need to worry about opening your computer case, installing a Bluetooth card, or anything like that. Bluetooth dongles use USB, so they plug into the outside of your computer via an open USB port.
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