Windows 11: Ralink Rt3290 Bluetooth Driver

Direct driver references (filename example): sp64097.exe (HP SoftPaq for RT3290 combo card)

If you have a driver installer (Setup.exe) that refuses to run on Windows 11, you can trick it into thinking it is running on an older version of Windows.

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You can often find the driver on your laptop manufacturer's website (HP, Lenovo, etc.). However, if they don't list a Windows 11 version, download the Windows 10 version. Ralink Rt3290 Bluetooth Driver Windows 11

The honest answer: It depends on your needs.

For desktop users with a USB adapter: Stop fighting. Buy a cheap USB Bluetooth 5.0 dongle for $10. It will outperform the RT3290 in every way. Direct driver references (filename example): sp64097

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| OS | Native Support | Working Status | |----|----------------|------------------| | Windows 11 | ❌ No | Manual install required | | Windows 10 | ❌ No | Manual install required | | Windows 8.1 | ✅ Yes | Fully functional | | Windows 7 | ✅ Yes | Fully functional |

Hardware IDs (to confirm your device):

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If the file is a .exe, do not run it immediately. It might fail.

Since Windows 11 often confuses the Ralink RT3290, the best solution is to use a Windows 8 or Windows 10 driver package installed manually. You can often find the driver on your