I have tried EVERYTHING to get my Windows 8.1 to connect to this device? First my laptop just never found the device. Then after installing a ton of Intel drivers and software, it finally paired with the device. But the connection always fails. What do I need to do/download?! I have tried EVERYTHING to get my Windows 8.1 to connect to this device? First my laptop just never found the device. Then after installing a ton of Intel drivers and software, it finally... » Read More I have tried EVERYTHING to get my Windows 8.1 to connect to this device? First my laptop just never found the device. Then after installing a ton of Intel drivers and software, it finally paired with the device. But the connection always fails. What do I need to do/download?! « Show Less
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I had no problems connecting to this device with my laptop using Windows 8.1. Pretty easy actually. I just had to set it as a display device in Windows and it connected great.
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It was already built into my windows 8.1 - you may need to download latest intel driver here: http://supportkb.intel.com/wireless/wireless-display/templates/selfservice/intelwidi/#portal/1026/article/16168
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Yes. Wi-Fi IS a problem. I did a fresh install of Windows 8.1 and could not get the Wi-Fi to connect. I continued to download drivers etc. It was frustrating but I eventually got around the problem. I wish I could elaborate but I set up the laptop months ago. Once you get it to work I haven't experienced any of the "spotty" problems. It connects on startup and doesn't lose it. If you're fine with the typical bloatwear that comes with a laptop I don't think you'll have a problem.
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You may have to load the device driver from the disk that is included, although I did not have to with the two windows 7 computers I used it on. Both of those computers were connected to the internet and could just download the driver from the internet without using the disk.
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Nevermind, I got it! The manufacturer is "Pro Ebiz LLC". You have to download their Windows Update from there apparently.. But that didn't really help. I just had to select to "manually install the driver", then point the install to C:\. You will get a security warning about installing the driver, but go ahead and do it. The device works great!!! Thanks a lot!
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It should be compatible USB is generic and it is USB 2.0 so windows 8.1 will be compatible because USB drivers will be generic hope i helped
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Gina: I got this for my wife. She loves it, B U T we were unable to upgrade to 8.1. We went through all the updates for Windows 8, then it asked and still asks to update to 8.1. Unfortunately when we updated to 8.1 it took over 4 hours to download the files, then after they were installed and the machine re-started the radio in the tablet for the Wi-Fi would not work (no Wi-Fi connection), soooo I backed it back to version 8 and the radio worked for Wi-Fi. I did get the extended warranty so I plan on filing a claim and send it back to asus. Are you having the same experience?
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I had no problem using the small disc on my 1 yr old laptop but am having problems with the driver. Waiting on an answer to my question now. Running win 8.1 and the com port is not recognized. Suspect serial to usb driver issue since all usb devices except this badge works.
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Carlos,I connected this device to a Windows 7 computer. Don't have an answer for your Windows 8 question. Sorry for not being able to help.BTW, the device works perfectly with my machine. Could not be happier.
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I haven't used this device since I switched to Windows 8 and the device didn't support that platform. I tried to contact for updates but gave up. Probably has the updates now. Thanks for reminding me. I will pull this out and see.
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It doesn't require any drivers, or at least none that you personally have to install or download or worry about. It connects via Bluetooth. So, you just need to have Windows search for Bluetooth devices, and, Voila!, there you go.
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I didn't download it , I plugged into my hP laptop Windows 8.1 Plug and play maybe you using the wrong Windows
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it's going to need a driver for win8.0 or 8.1, otherwise any devices u plug in won't be recognized until after windows completes boot process. for example, kb and mouse are checked during post process which is before windows loads.Win 7 comes with the correct driver, so I would believe ver 8 and 8.1 do also. But, you haven't anything to lose....buy it and if you are unhappy, return it. I did that to get a usb3 external ports...good luck
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I have no problem with mine using Win7 just plugin and let Windows download the driver.Have you tried different USB port? I suggest using USB 2.0 ports instead of 3.0. I Have the same problem with Windows 7 and found out I've installed too many USB devices to my system and there's a lot of drivers tied to my usb port that causing the issue using a different port works for me.
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This is the Intel site where you can download the driver. You select the OS and click the blue .exe hotlink to the right and it will download. You will need another computer to do this and then move it to your computer via flash/thumb drive or cd. If you need any more assistance, please repost to this forum. http://www.intel.com/support/network/sb/CS-006120.htmPosted by CompTIA A+ Net+, Sec+ certified instructor.
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I am using mine (the orange version) with Windows 8.1 and it works very well. Instantly found it when paring and connects right away when turned on. No noticeable lag after it sitting for a while either.
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I have Vista and had no problem with it finding the correct driver. Might try searching for a driver that will work with 8.1. Or try contacting the company??
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I'm using Windows 8.0 and it seems to (sort of) work. While I am currently using this adapter while writing this (and it seems to be working ok), I have lots of connectivity issues when downloading anything it seems like. Whether this is a Windows 8 compatability issue, out of date drivers, or just a faulty adapter - I have no idea. At seemingly random times, the download speed will start to decrease rapidly until it loses signal completely. Unplugging it and plugging it back in is the only fix I've found so far, and that's just a temporary fix until it decides to lose the signal again. UPDATE: My computer has since updated to Windows 8.1 and the adapter no longer works at all. It can't find ANY available wifi networks to connect to (I live in an apartment complex, so typically like 20 different potential networks would show up). Also, I feel it's worth mentioning that I have a chromebook which has never had a problem connecting to my internet, so I know it's a problem with the adapter and not something else.