qualcomm atheros drivers - AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter
qualcomm atheros drivers - AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter
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 32bit without hassle.
Driver details: Model - AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter; Version - 10.0.0.287; Source path - driver32184.zip.
Download - AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter qualcomm atheros drivers
Device Type: Network Adapters
Supported OS: Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32bit
Driver version: 10.0.0.287
File name: driver32184.zip
Date added: 2013-07-14
Notes: This package contains the latest stable qualcomm atheros drivers for Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32bit and supports the Network Adapters family for AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter.
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How to install
ZIP package install
driver32184.zip
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- Save the ZIP to your PC and extract it to a known folder.
- If the folder contains Setup.exe, right‑click it and choose Run as administrator.
- If there’s no installer, open Device Manager → Network adapters → your Atheros device → Update driver → Browse my computer → Let me pick → Have Disk → point to the extracted INF folder → Next.
- Restart Windows to finalize the driver.
Troubleshooting common install issues
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- 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 32bit 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 AR9485 802.11b/g/n WiFi Adapter. 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 32bit. 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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