Atheros Client - what do you need it for?
The Atheros Client is a program for using hardware from the manufacturer of the same name. We will tell you whether you need the client and how you can reinstall it if you have any problems.
What is the Atheros Client and what do you need it for?
Atheros manufactures computer hardware. These mainly include WLAN, Bluetooth and Ethernet adapters.
- Function: The Atheros client ensures that the network adapter from the manufacturer Atheros can be used under Windows. So your computer is able to connect to the internet. The program is not absolutely necessary if the connection to the Internet currently works that way. However, the connection can be configured with this.
- Caution: Never uninstall the "Atheros Client Installation Program" or other programs that contain the name "Atheros". These are usually the drivers without which the hardware no longer works.
- Installed hardware: To check whether you have installed Atheros hardware, you have to open the Device Manager. Simultaneously press the "Windows" and "R" keys, enter "devmgmt.msc" and confirm your entry with "Enter". Under the item "Network adapter" you can now see whether Atheros hardware is installed (see picture). In this case, an Atheros Ethernet adapter is installed. With this an Internet connection can be established via a LAN cable.
- If you have uninstalled the program and are experiencing problems, read the next paragraph on how to reinstall the client.
Install or repair Atheros Client
Reinstalling the Atheros client can help with connection problems. The manufacturer unfortunately only offers information on the hardware on its website. You will not find the associated drivers here. However, this is usually still on your hard drive.
- If the program has not yet been uninstalled, read this practical tip on how this also works under your Windows version.
- The driver is hidden somewhere on your hard drive. You should find what you are looking for in a folder called "Driver". Look here for a folder called "Atheros", "LAN", "WLAN" or "Bluetooth".
- Once you have found the correct folder, you will find an installation file there. This is usually called "Setup.exe". Open this and follow the further instructions.
- After a restart you can start the Atheros Client and click on "New" under "Profile Management".
- Name the network and enter the IP address of the router in the "SSID" input field. This is usually below the device.
- It is best to select "WPA2" as encryption if your router supports this standard. Then click on "Configure" and "OK".
- Access to the internet should now work again.
You can read about how to find and uninstall old drivers in this practical tip.