Samsung Galaxy Book laptops use Intel Wireless chipsets that include both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on the same hardware module. The Samsung Bluetooth driver package installs and configures the Bluetooth stack for these Intel wireless modules — enabling pairing with Galaxy Buds, Samsung Galaxy Watch, keyboards, mice, and other Bluetooth devices from within Windows.

Symptoms that indicate a missing or outdated Bluetooth driver: Bluetooth toggle missing from Windows Settings, Bluetooth devices fail to pair even when detected, Galaxy Buds disconnect immediately after pairing on the first attempt, or the Bluetooth icon is absent from the Windows system tray. Reinstalling the Samsung Bluetooth driver package resolves all of these issues.

The Bluetooth driver package available here is the Samsung-tested version of the Intel Bluetooth driver, certified for specific Galaxy Book models. It may differ in version number from the generic Intel Bluetooth driver available directly from Intel's website — the Samsung version is recommended for Galaxy Book devices as it has been validated for the specific wireless module configuration used in each laptop model.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Samsung Bluetooth Drivers

How do I fix Galaxy Buds disconnecting frequently from a Samsung laptop?

Install the latest Samsung Bluetooth driver package, open Windows Device Manager > Bluetooth, locate your Intel Wireless Bluetooth adapter, open Properties > Power Management, uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power", and ensure Samsung Galaxy Buds app is updated.

What should I do if the Bluetooth toggle disappears in Windows on a Samsung laptop?

A missing Bluetooth toggle indicates that the controller encountered a hardware bus timeout. Shut down the laptop completely, disconnect the charger, hold the power button for 30 seconds to discharge residual capacitance, and restart. If unresolved, reinstall the Samsung Bluetooth driver.

How do I fix Windows Device Manager "This device cannot start (Code 10)" for Samsung Bluetooth?

Code 10 indicates that the Intel Wireless Bluetooth firmware crashed or failed to initialize from power state D3. To resolve: 1) Download the verified Samsung Bluetooth driver package, 2) In Device Manager, right-click the Bluetooth adapter and select Uninstall, 3) Perform a hard power cycle by holding the laptop power button for 20 seconds, and 4) Run the verified driver setup and reboot.

Does the verified Samsung Bluetooth driver support Galaxy Buds Auto Switch on Windows?

Yes. When paired with the Samsung Bluetooth driver and the Galaxy Buds app from the Microsoft Store, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Buds FE, and Buds 3 support seamless Auto Switch between your Galaxy smartphone and Galaxy Book laptop when audio playback starts.

Does the driver support Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio and Auracast on Windows 11?

Yes. On compatible Galaxy Book models running Windows 11 version 22H2 or newer, the verified Samsung Bluetooth driver enables the LC3 high-efficiency codec and Auracast broadcast audio, delivering lower transmission latency and enhanced battery life for wireless audio gear.