Below is a verified installation process. Assume you have downloaded a genuine package. If you only have a .exe installer, follow its prompts. For manual .inf packages:
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Control Panel → System → Advanced System Settings → Hardware → Device Installation Settings → Never install driver software from Windows Update.
The filter driver’s power management can fail. Go to Device Manager → Bluetooth Filter Driver → Power Management → Uncheck “Allow the computer to turn off this device.”
