Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Driver
Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.This package contains the Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth driver. Wireless and Bluetooth drivers help your operating system to communicate with Wireless and Bluetooth devices.
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Fixes & Enhancements
Fixes:
- Fixed the issue where the network disconnects unexpectedly in enterprise network environments.
Enhancements:
- Improved the connectivity in environments with both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points.
- This release contains certified drivers for Windows 11 October 2021 Update, Windows 11 22H2 Update, Windows 11 23H2 Update, Windows 11 24H2 Update, and Windows 11 25H2 Update.
Read More- Fixed the issue where the network disconnects unexpectedly in enterprise network environments.
Enhancements:
- Improved the connectivity in environments with both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz access points.
- This release contains certified drivers for Windows 11 October 2021 Update, Windows 11 22H2 Update, Windows 11 23H2 Update, Windows 11 24H2 Update, and Windows 11 25H2 Update.
Version
6001.15.161.201, A23
Release date
13 Feb 2026
Download Type
Driver
Category
Network, Ethernet & Wireless
Importance
RecommendedDell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
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File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: Realtek-RTL8852BE-Wi-Fi-and-Bluetooth-Driver_RHMT5_WIN64_6001.15.161.201_A23_01.EXE
File Size: 11.83 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages in native Microsoft Windows 64-bit format do not require that Microsoft WOW64 be installed on the Microsoft Windows Server.
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MD5:
a4a817fbd7a56ed3c943d563fc6258d5
SHA1:
0790580b473e16081c61bd0291f0aef3af12cd99
SHA-256:
7756767f3cbe34d82e674e389e988ec06ecb7338a4ee5695246f9aced062905c
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Important Information
- After you install this update, the Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi version that is displayed in Device Manager is 6001.15.161.201.
- After you install this update, the Realtek RTL8852BE Bluetooth version that is displayed in Device Manager is 18.4032.2502.405.
- WLAN and Bluetooth combo drivers take no more than 1 minute to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
- After you install this update, the Realtek RTL8852BE Bluetooth version that is displayed in Device Manager is 18.4032.2502.405.
- WLAN and Bluetooth combo drivers take no more than 1 minute to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
Windows 11 S-Mode
Windows 11
Applies to
Realtek 8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless adapte
Realtek 8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless adapter
Realtek 8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless card
Realtek RTL 8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Driver
Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Adapter
Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Driver
Realtek RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless adapter
Realtek RTL8852BE WiFi and Bluetooth Driver
Realtek-RTL8852BE-Wi-Fi-and-Bluetooth-Driver
RTL8852BE Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Driver
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions
Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.
Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.
Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.
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