You have followed every step. The driver installs, but the Wi-Fi still drops every 10 minutes. Here is the reality:
Drivers for Windows 8.1 often remain compatible with Windows 10. You can download the last known stable version (v15.17.0.1 or similar) from manufacturer archives: You have followed every step
The Windows 8.1 driver is the most compatible version for Windows 10. You can download the last known stable version (v15
If the installer fails, extract the files and use Device Manager to "Update Driver" by pointing it to the extracted folder. Method B: Microsoft Update Catalog This reverts the card to older 802
: If you experience frequent dropouts, a common fix is to disable 802.11n mode in the adapter's advanced settings. This reverts the card to older 802.11g speeds but significantly improves connection stability with modern routers. Comparison Table: 1030 vs. 6230 on Windows 10 Wireless-N 1030 Advanced-N 6230 Bands Single-band (2.4 GHz) Dual-band (2.4 & 5 GHz) Windows 10 Support Not supported Legacy (Inbox driver often works) Stability Poor; high failure rate Moderate; better on clean installs Workaround Manual install of v15.11.0.9 Disable 802.11n mode for stability How to Install Drivers Manually