To check the driver in use:
lspci -nn | grep Atheros You should see: Atheros Communications Inc. AR9462 Wireless Network Adapter (rev 01) atheros ar5b22 driver
lsmod | grep ath9k Bluetooth requires the ath3k module. If it isn't loading automatically: To check the driver in use: lspci -nn
Have a unique issue with your Atheros card? Check the Event Viewer logs for specific athrx errors, or drop your hardware ID ( lspci -n on Linux; Hardware IDs in Device Manager on Windows) into a search engine. Check the Event Viewer logs for specific athrx
Whether you are running Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux, or macOS (Hackintosh), finding the correct driver can be a nightmare of blue screens, broken Bluetooth, or 2.4GHz-only connections. This article provides an exhaustive guide to understanding, installing, updating, and troubleshooting the driver for this versatile but finicky wireless adapter. Before diving into drivers, you must understand what you are working with. The Atheros AR5B22 is often mislabeled. When you buy this card, the sticker says "AR5B22," but your operating system will likely detect it as a Qualcomm Atheros AR9462 .