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Recommended for IT administrators. The download includes Intel Wireless Bluetooth version 21.00.0 distribution packages.

Intel Wireless Bluetooth for IT administrators package is recommended for large corporations, universities, and medical centers. Smaller organizations may also find the installation and deployment features useful.

Changes:

- Bluetooth LE mouse may appear as "USB unknown device" in Device Manager after the OS is rebooted
- No sound on Skype calls when using Apple Airpods Windows 10
- Bluetooth LE mouse may start lagging during Skype calls if the Bluetooth Headset is connected to the PC
- Bluetooth connection between PC and Bluetooth device may fail after power off/power on cycle.
- General stability improvements and optimizations including a fix for a rare Windows System Error.

This download is valid for the products listed below:

- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3160
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 for Desktop
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Desktop Kit
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7260
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-N 7265
- Intel Tri-Band Wireless-AC 17265
- Intel Tri-Band Wireless-AC 18260
- Intel Tri-Band Wireless-AC 18265
- Intel Wireless-AC 9260
- Intel Wireless-AC 9461
- Intel Wireless-AC 9462
- Intel Wireless-AC 9560
- Intel Wireless-N 7260
- Intel Wireless-N 7265

To install this package please do the following:

- Make sure that all system requirements are met.
- Save the downloadable package on an accessible location (such as your desktop).
- Locate and double-click on the newly-downloaded file.
- Allow Windows to run the file (if necessary).
- Read EULA (End User Licence Agreement) and agree to proceed with the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Close the wizard and perform a system reboot to allow changes to take effect. 

About Bluetooth Drivers:

Installing the system's Bluetooth driver will allow it to connect with various devices such as mobile phones, tablets, headsets, gaming controllers, and more. However, this wireless technology is recommended to be used for transferring data between compatible devices within short ranges.

A newer version can include support for later technology standards or add compatibility with other Bluetooth chipsets; however, bear in mind that updating the driver might not improve your system at all.

When it comes to applying the driver, the method is obvious and the steps quite easy: simply extract the compressed package (if necessary), run the setup, and follow the given instructions for a complete installation.

That being said, if you intend to apply this release, make sure the package is compatible with your system's OS and Bluetooth chip, hit the download button, and enable this technology on your device. Moreover, don't forget to regularly check with our website so that you don't miss any updates.