Please start the Windows command prompt (keyboard shortcut Windows + R and cmd.exe)
And run the following command:
netsh wlan show drivers
The output then looks like this:
Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.10041]
(c) 2015 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Microsoft Windows [Version 6.1.7601]
Copyright (c) 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
C:\Users\Nenad>netsh wlan show drivers
Interface name: Drahtlosnetzwerkverbindung
Driver : D-Link DWA-140 RangeBooster N USB Adapter (rev.B
2)
Vendor : D-Link Corporation
Provider : Microsoft
Date : 26.02.2009
Version : 3.0.0.61
INF file : C:\Windows\INF\netr28ux.inf
Files : 2 total
C:\Windows\system32\DRIVERS\netr28ux.sys
C:\Windows\system32\drivers\vwifibus.sys
Type : Native Wi-Fi Driver
Radio types supported : 802.11b 802.11g 802.11n
FIPS 140-2 mode supported : Yes
Hosted network supported : Yes
Authentication and cipher supported in infrastructure mode:
Open None
Open WEP-40bit
Open WEP-104bit
Open WEP
Shared WEP-40bit
Shared WEP-104bit
Shared WEP
WPA-Enterprise TKIP
WPA-Enterprise CCMP
WPA-Personal TKIP
WPA-Personal CCMP
WPA2-Enterprise TKIP
WPA2-Enterprise CCMP
WPA2-Personal TKIP
WPA2-Personal CCMP
Authentication and cipher supported in ad-hoc mode:
Open None
Open WEP-40bit
Open WEP-104bit
Open WEP
WPA2-Personal CCMP
C:\Users\Nenad>
The output provides information such as the driver name, vendor, release date, version, and path to the INF file. This information can be useful for diagnosing problems with Wi-Fi connections or checking if drivers are up to date.
This example to read Wi-Fi driver information on Windows is suitable for: Windows 11, 10 Pro, Enterprise, Home, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows-Server 2019, 2016, 2012, Windows 7 Basic, Professional, Starter, Ultimate
2.) More tips and information about WLAN / Wi-Fi on Windows!
Fortunately, under modern Windows 11 and 10 operating systems from Microsoft, drivers and WLAN problems have become less common, but still not impossible!
There are different reasons why a driver doesn't work. Or the WiFi or WLAN is causing problems, here you will find further helpful tips on this topic that may be able to help.
3.) What if no WLAN driver information is displayed?
If the WiFi driver information is not displayed, there may be various reasons. Here are some possible causes and solutions:
1. Missing WiFi drivers:
Your system may not have WiFi drivers installed or the drivers may not be working properly. In this case, you should make sure that the WLAN drivers are installed correctly and up to date. You can download and install the drivers from your WiFi adapter manufacturer's website.
2. Problems with Netsh Command:
There is a possibility that there is a problem with the Netsh command itself. Try opening Command Prompt as administrator and running the command again. To do this, type “cmd” in the Start menu search box, right-click “Command Prompt” and select “Run as administrator.”
3. Command input errors:
Make sure you entered the command “netsh wlan show drivers” correctly, without typos or extra spaces. Check your spelling and try again.
4. Limited user rights:
If you have limited user rights, this may affect the display of driver information. Make sure you have sufficient permissions to run the command. To do this, open the command prompt as administrator, as described in the second point.
5. Faulty WiFi Device:
There is a possibility that there is a physical problem with your WiFi device that is preventing it from displaying driver information. In this case, you should check the WiFi device and make sure it is working properly.
If you continue to have problems viewing WiFi driver information despite following these steps, it may be wise to seek professional help, especially if it is a hardware malfunction or you are unsure how to troubleshoot driver issues.
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In console CMD.EXE, or PowerShell to output or display the date, there is no expert knowledge required, here are short example how to do it For the CMD,
Drivers are one of the most important software installed on a Windows PC. No matter if its Windows 11, 10, 8.1, or the old Windows 7 + MS Server OS Improperly
Where can I find more details and properties of the WLAN adapter, is there a command to read it out?
With WLAN, simply determine the details of the adapter using the command line?
Read out WLAN adapter details Command cmd in the command prompt to recognize all information about the WLAN adapter? Get installed driver, model information from WLAN adapter?
Search description for WLAN adapter to read the correct name?
Can I read properties from the WLAN adapter, i.e. all data at a glance?
Recognize the manufacturer and the version of the WLAN adapter?
Determining the properties of the WLAN adapter on any Windows PC or notebook?
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