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    Latest Atheros Drivers?

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Hungry Man, Jan 3, 2011.

  1. Hungry Man

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    Windows says I'm at 8.0.0.238 but I've seen a higher version for mine.

    AR9285. If there IS a higher version would someone post it? I'm having wifi problems and no other computer in the house is...
     
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    Are you having problems with the built-in Windows 7 (assuming you have W7, if not disregard) wireless drivers? I've found them to be quite good in terms of supporting various kinds of hardware instead of having to download newer drivers/software directly from the wireless card manufacturer.
     
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    I use these modded drivers to get all the options available on a Atheros. And I especially like disabling the scan, as Atheros has some issues with latency with that on.

    Atheros Chipset - LaptopVideo2Go Forums
     
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    Thank you very much Zetor and Ruckus.

    And yes usapatriot, I'm having problems with the drivers that came with it. I updated them and the problem was actually improved but still there.

    I'm buying a new router today I think so it'll be good to have these all in order.
     
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