Qualcomm® Atheros® AR3012 Bluetooth® Adapter Update (Windows 8 64bit)

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IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

This information is for the following models:

This utility updates the Qualcomm Atheros AR3012 Bluetooth Adapter software to provide the following benefits:

Resolves an issue where the user is unable to switch Bluetooth wireless on or off when a Bluetooth mouse and headset are paired to the computer
Corrects information provided in the Help file regarding Bluetooth
Improves computer start-up time

During the installation of this file, be sure that you are logged in as the Administrator or as a user with Administrative rights.
To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.

To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
Download the EP0000600715.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the EP0000600715.exe file to begin the installation.
At the "User Account Control" screen, click "Yes".
If the "Select Language" screen appears, select the language you wish to use, and then click "OK".
At the "Select Country" screen, select the country for this installation, and then click "Next".
At the "Qualcomm Atheros AR3012 Bluetooth® Adapter Update Ver. 8.0.0.218" screen, click "Next".
At the "License Agreement" dialog, read the agreement, then, if you agree, click "I Agree" to continue with the installation.
At the "Finish" screen, click "Finish".

The installation of the Qualcomm Atheros AR3012 Bluetooth Adapter Update is complete.