The official driver package solves several specific issues:
This card was factory-installed in many Dell laptops from 2013–2016, including models like the . It is a budget-friendly, power-efficient solution, but it is notoriously picky about drivers – especially on Windows 7.
Extract the driver .exe file to a folder on your desktop using a tool like 7-Zip (instead of running it).
: This 305.26 MB package explicitly mentions fixing the "0x9F" Bluetooth disable/enable error.
Look for the file labeled: or Qualcomm Atheros QCA9565 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Driver . The official driver package solves several specific issues:
Before diving into driver details, it's helpful to understand exactly what hardware you're dealing with. The Dell Wireless 1707, often referred to as the DW1707, is a combination (combo) network card that provides both wireless internet (WiFi) and Bluetooth connectivity. Here are its key specifications:
Dell-Wireless-1707-Card-Driver_96N6K_WIN_10.0.0.301_A01.EXE Driver Version: 10.0.0.301 Supported Systems: Latitude 3450, 3550. Step-by-Step Installation Guide
: For Bluetooth functionality, ensure the device you're trying to pair with is in discoverable mode and within range.
If you cannot access the Dell website directly (because you have no internet on the target machine), you can download the driver from these well-known driver repositories: : This 305
Expand the category (or check under Other Devices if missing drivers display a yellow exclamation mark).
If Dell's site is slow or the file is unavailable, specialized driver sites can offer the same A07 or A08 release packages. Installation Guide for Windows 7 Follow these steps to update your driver successfully:
Search for Qualcomm_Atheros_WiFi_10.0.0.355_W7x64 from reputable driver backup sites (e.g., Station-Drivers).
✅ The AR9565 is not a fast card, but with driver v10.0.0.355, it is stable on Windows 7. The Dell Wireless 1707, often referred to as
Click . Windows 7 will scan the folder, locate the appropriate .inf configuration file, and install the driver.
Verifying Driver Integrity & Security
This combination offers the lowest latency, the most reliable reconnection after sleep, and zero BSODs (Blue Screen of Death).