Bluetooth enables wireless communication with other portable devices. With the help of technology, you can transfer files to other devices, connect to a wireless headset or speakers. For Bluetooth to work on a netbook, you need to install a driver and configure the inclusion of data exchange in the laptop options.
It is necessary
bluetooth driver
Instructions
Step 1
The vast majority of netbooks support this data transfer standard. Nevertheless, the presence of a Bluetooth module is optional for the most inexpensive models.
Step 2
To find out if your device supports wireless data transmission, visit the official website of the netbook manufacturer. Find your device using the model catalog. Check out the technical specifications of the machine. The presence of the Bluetooth module will be indicated in the official documentation for your device.
Step 3
If you purchased a netbook with an already preinstalled operating system, you will not need to install additional drivers and you can go directly to using the device. As a rule, the manufacturer also installs a program for data exchange via Bluetooth. However, if such an application is not installed on your computer, you can still connect to other devices using the technology using standard Windows tools.
Step 4
If you reinstalled the system yourself, you will need to download a driver package from the official website of your netbook manufacturer. Go to the "Support" or "Drivers" section of the company website and find your device model. Download the driver named bluetooth. Run the resulting file and install the software according to the instructions on the screen. After that, restart your computer to apply the changes.
Step 5
To enable Bluetooth, press the Fn key combination and the button with the Bluetooth icon on your laptop (for example, F3 or F5). The Bluetooth button differs depending on the model and manufacturer of the device. The key can be located separately from the others. As soon as you turn on Bluetooth, you will see a corresponding notification on the device screen.
Step 6
Setting up the netbook for data transfer is complete and you can start using the module. To search for new devices and start working with the Bluetooth menu, right-click on the file that you want to send and click on “Send” - Bluetooth in the context menu that appears.
