ASUS A43E Drivers for Windows 7 and Windows 8 (32-bit/64-bit)
Updated: October 14, 2026
This guide organizes the legacy driver packages supplied for the ASUS A43E into operating-system sections and expandable categories. It includes graphics, audio, LAN, card reader, touchpad, wireless networking, Bluetooth, USB 3.0, chipset and ASUS utilities, with the version and file size shown where provided by the source list.
Driver availability and compatibility can vary by the exact A43E hardware configuration. Several Wi-Fi and Bluetooth packages are alternatives for different adapters, while some files in the source's Windows 8 (32-bit) section have filenames that indicate 64-bit packages. Review the warnings and match each package to your installed Windows architecture and hardware before downloading.
Before downloading
- Confirm Windows architecture: open System Properties and check whether Windows is 32-bit or 64-bit.
- Identify the wireless adapter: open Device Manager and expand Network adapters. Choose Intel, Atheros, Azurewave or another package only when it matches the adapter in your laptop.
- Do not install every alternative: several WLAN and Bluetooth listings target different hardware configurations, not simultaneous requirements.
- Keep a restore point: create one before installing legacy drivers, particularly graphics and chipset packages.
Choose your operating system
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Windows 7 (32-bit) Driver Downloads
Packages below were listed for Windows 7 (32-bit) in the supplied legacy driver list. Choose only the package that matches the hardware installed in your ASUS A43E.
Graphics 1 package
Intel Graphics Driver
DownloadAudio 1 package
Realtek Audio Driver
DownloadLAN 1 package
Atheros LAN Driver
DownloadCard Reader 1 package
Alcor Multi-Card Reader Driver
DownloadTouchpad 2 packages
Utilities 4 packages
Wireless 4 packages
USB 1 package
AsMedia USB3.0 Driver
DownloadWindows 7 (64-bit) Driver Downloads
Packages below were listed for Windows 7 (64-bit) in the supplied legacy driver list. Choose only the package that matches the hardware installed in your ASUS A43E.
Graphics 1 package
Intel Graphics Driver
DownloadAudio 1 package
Realtek Audio Driver
DownloadLAN 1 package
Atheros LAN Driver
DownloadCard Reader 1 package
Alcor Multi-Card Reader Driver
DownloadTouchpad 2 packages
Utilities 4 packages
Wireless 4 packages
USB 1 package
AsMedia USB3.0 Driver
DownloadChipset 1 package
Intel INF Update Driver
DownloadWindows 8 (32-bit) Driver Downloads
Packages below were listed for Windows 8 (32-bit) in the supplied legacy driver list. Choose only the package that matches the hardware installed in your ASUS A43E.
Win8_64. They are marked individually. The original source's section labels and file names do not always agree, so confirm each package on the official ASUS support page before installing it.Graphics 1 package
Intel Graphics Driver
DownloadAudio 1 package
Realtek Audio Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
LAN 1 package
Atheros LAN Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Card Reader 1 package
Alcor Multi-Card Reader Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Touchpad 2 packages
Synaptics Touchpad driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Elantech Touchpad driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Utilities 3 packages
ASUS Wireless Switch (Wireless Console3) Utility
DownloadASUS Splendid Video Enhancement Technology
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
ATKACPI driver and hotkey-related utilities
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Wireless 4 packages
Intel WiMAX Wireless LAN Driver
DownloadIntel WiFi Wireless LAN Driver
DownloadFoxconn WiFi Wireless LAN Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Atheros Wireless Lan Driver and Application
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
USB 1 package
AsMedia USB3.0 Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Chipset 1 package
Intel INF Update Driver
Verify compatibility: the supplied file name contains Win8_64, although this entry is listed under Windows 8 (32-bit) in the source. Do not install a 64-bit package on 32-bit Windows.
Windows 8 (64-bit) Driver Downloads
Packages below were listed for Windows 8 (64-bit) in the supplied legacy driver list. Choose only the package that matches the hardware installed in your ASUS A43E.
Graphics 1 package
Intel Graphics Driver
DownloadAudio 1 package
Realtek Audio Driver
DownloadLAN 1 package
Atheros LAN Driver
DownloadCard Reader 1 package
Alcor Multi-Card Reader Driver
DownloadTouchpad 2 packages
Utilities 3 packages
Wireless 4 packages
USB 1 package
AsMedia USB3.0 Driver
DownloadChipset 1 package
Intel INF Update Driver
DownloadRecommended installation order
- Install the Intel chipset / INF package if one is listed for your selected Windows version.
- Install the appropriate Intel graphics driver.
- Install LAN and the wireless driver that matches your network adapter.
- Install the Realtek audio driver, card reader and the correct touchpad package.
- Install Bluetooth and USB 3.0 support only if the listed package matches your hardware and OS.
- Install ASUS hotkey and utility software only if you need the function keys or utility feature.
- Restart Windows and check Device Manager for missing or incorrectly installed devices.
Common driver problems
- The installer says the device is not supported: check the exact hardware model, Windows version and 32-bit/64-bit architecture. A similarly named package may target another adapter.
- Wi-Fi is still missing: try to identify the hardware ID in Device Manager before selecting a different Intel, Atheros, Azurewave or Foxconn package.
- Touchpad gestures are unavailable: the source contains both Elantech and Synaptics packages. Install only the driver matching your touchpad hardware.
- A download link fails: legacy links may have been moved or removed. Search for the ASUS A43E model and the driver name on the official support page rather than using unrelated third-party mirrors.
ASUS A43E driver FAQ
Can I install a 64-bit driver on Windows 8 32-bit?
No. A 64-bit driver package should not be installed on 32-bit Windows. Some supplied Windows 8 (32-bit) source links have filenames containing Win8_64; those entries are explicitly marked for verification.
Why are there several wireless and Bluetooth downloads?
The A43E family may use different wireless or Bluetooth adapters depending on configuration. These listings are alternatives. Match the vendor and device model shown in Device Manager, then install the appropriate package.
Do I need both Elantech and Synaptics touchpad drivers?
No. These are different touchpad-driver alternatives. Install only the package that matches the hardware in your laptop.
Are all legacy ASUS download URLs guaranteed to work?
No. The links were retained from the supplied source list and old packages may be moved or removed. Check the official ASUS A43E support page for available downloads and compatibility notes.
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