qualcomm atheros drivers - AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller

Looking for the right qualcomm atheros drivers for a quick and stable network connection? You’re in the right place. Below you’ll find a clean download, verified details, and simple install steps so you can get your Network Adapters working on Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo without hassle.

Driver details: Model - AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller; Version - 10.0.0.287; Source path - driver89919.zip.

Download - AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller qualcomm atheros drivers

Device Type: Network Adapters

Supported OS: Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo

Driver version: 10.0.0.287

File name: driver89919.zip

Date added: 2013-07-15

Notes: This package contains the latest stable qualcomm atheros drivers for Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo and supports the Network Adapters family for AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller.

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How to install

Troubleshooting common install issues

- Device not detected: In Device Manager, View → Show hidden devices. If unknown device exists, Update driver → Have Disk and select the Atheros INF. - Wrong bit version: Ensure you use the package for Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo that matches your system architecture. - Code 10 or Code 28 errors: Uninstall the current adapter in Device Manager (check “Delete the driver software for this device”), reboot, then reinstall. - Driver signature enforcement: On some systems, unsigned builds may fail. Use a signed package or boot into Advanced startup → Troubleshoot → Startup Settings → Disable driver signature enforcement, install, then reboot normally. - Drops or slow Wi‑Fi: In Device Manager → Adapter → Properties → Power Management, uncheck “Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power”. Also update your router firmware and set a fixed channel. - Clean network stack: Open elevated Command Prompt → run “netsh int ip reset” and “netsh winsock reset”, reboot, then reinstall the driver.

FAQ - qualcomm atheros drivers

Which chipsets are supported?
This package targets common Qualcomm Atheros network adapters used with AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller. Check your Hardware IDs in Device Manager → Properties → Details → Hardware Ids and confirm they match entries in the included INF files.

How do I confirm the installed driver version?
Device Manager → Network adapters → your Atheros device → Properties → Driver tab. The version should read 10.0.0.287 after successful install.

Can I use this on other Windows versions?
This build is intended for Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo. For Windows 10/11, look for a dedicated package of qualcomm atheros drivers from the device maker.

Why doesn’t the installer run?
Right‑click and choose Run as administrator. If it’s a ZIP, extract first and use the INF method. Temporarily disable third‑party antivirus if it blocks the installer, then re‑enable it.

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We provide clean, trusted packages with clear versioning and step‑by‑step guidance for qualcomm atheros drivers. Each download includes essential details - model AR8162/8166/8168 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller, device type Network Adapters, OS support Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo, and version 10.0.0.287 - so you install the right driver the first time.