HP ProBook 450 G2 Drivers for Windows 7, 8.1 & 10 (32-bit & 64-bit)
A practical driver guide for the HP ProBook 450 G2 Notebook PC, including Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit), Windows 8.1 (64-bit), and Windows 10 (64-bit).
HP ProBook 450 G2 Windows 7 Windows 8.1 Windows 10 Legacy Drivers
HP ProBook 450 G2 Driver Download Guide
The HP ProBook 450 G2 is a business-class notebook with multiple hardware configurations. That means the correct driver can depend on the exact wireless card, graphics configuration, processor platform, fingerprint sensor and other installed components.
This page is designed to make driver recovery easier after a clean Windows installation. Instead of treating every HP ProBook 450 G2 as identical, use the operating system selector below and then match the driver to the hardware actually installed in your laptop.
Common driver categories for this model include audio, chipset, graphics, webcam, touchpad, fingerprint, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet and card reader.
Official HP Support
HP still maintains a dedicated software and driver support page for the HP ProBook 450 G2. When a package is missing, unavailable or needs to be matched by product configuration, the official HP support page should be your first reference.
HP ProBook 450 G2 Drivers for Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit)
Audio and Chipset Drivers
Graphics and Camera Drivers
Touchpad and Fingerprint Drivers
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Network Drivers
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Broadcom 802.11b/g/n WLAN Driver | 6.223.215.21 Rev.A | Download |
| Bluetooth | Broadcom Bluetooth Software | 6.5 Rev.U | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver and Utility | 6.30.223.264 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Intel 7260/3160 Wireless LAN Driver | 17.16.2.1 Rev.P | Download |
| Bluetooth | Intel Bluetooth Driver for 7260/3160 WLAN | 17.1.1504.518 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Intel Wireless LAN Drivers | 19.10.1.2 Rev.P | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9000 Series WLAN Driver | 1.00 Rev.B | Download |
| LAN | Realtek Ethernet Controller Driver | 8.30.328.2014 G | Download |
Card Reader Driver
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Card Reader | Realtek USB and PCIe Media Card Reader Driver | 10.0.370.146 Rev.A | Download |
HP ProBook 450 G2 Drivers for Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
Audio and Graphics Drivers
Touchpad and Fingerprint Drivers
Network and Wireless Drivers
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Broadcom Bluetooth Driver | 12.0.1.160 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver | 7.35.344.0 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9000 Series Wireless LAN Driver | 10.0.0.318 Rev.B | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Realtek RTL8723BE 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN Driver | 2023.48.1130.2016 Rev.A | Download |
Card Reader Driver
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Card Reader | Realtek USB and PCIe Media Card Reader Driver | 10.0.370.119 Rev.A | Download |
HP ProBook 450 G2 Drivers for Windows 10 (64-bit)
Audio, Touchpad and Fingerprint Drivers
Bluetooth and Wireless LAN Drivers
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Broadcom Bluetooth Driver | 12.0.1.900 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver | 7.35.344.0 Rev.A | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Qualcomm Atheros QCA9000 Series Wireless LAN Driver | 10.0.0.318 Rev.B | Download |
| Wi-Fi | Realtek RTL8723BE 802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN Driver | 2023.48.1130.2016 Rev.A | Download |
Card Reader Driver
| Category | Driver | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| Card Reader | Realtek USB and PCIe Media Card Reader Driver | 10.0.370.146 Rev.A | Download |
How to Choose the Correct HP ProBook 450 G2 Driver
One of the most common causes of failed driver installation is choosing a package for the wrong hardware revision. The HP ProBook 450 G2 can be configured with different wireless modules, and fingerprint hardware is available only on selected configurations.
Method 1: Check Device Manager
- Press Windows + R.
- Type devmgmt.msc and press Enter.
- Locate the device with the missing driver or warning icon.
- Right-click the device and choose Properties.
- Open Details.
- Select Hardware Ids.
- Compare the hardware identifier with the required driver family.
Method 2: Confirm the HP Product Number
For the most accurate HP support lookup, identify the product number printed on the laptop label, inside the battery area, or through the system information screen. This is especially useful when two units share the same ProBook 450 G2 family name but contain different components.
Recommended Driver Installation Order
After a clean Windows installation, installing drivers in a logical order can reduce unknown-device and dependency problems.
- Chipset / platform-related drivers
- Graphics driver
- Audio driver
- LAN / Ethernet driver
- Wi-Fi driver
- Bluetooth driver
- Touchpad / input drivers
- Fingerprint driver if your unit has the sensor
- Card reader and remaining devices
Restart Windows when the installer requests it. After installation, open Device Manager again and verify that there are no remaining unknown devices or warning icons.
HP ProBook 450 G2 Driver Troubleshooting
Wi-Fi does not work
Do not install every wireless package at random. The 450 G2 can use different WLAN hardware. Identify the installed adapter first, then select the matching Broadcom, Intel or Qualcomm/Atheros package.
Bluetooth is missing
Bluetooth is often integrated with the wireless card. Confirm which WLAN/BT combo hardware is installed before choosing a Bluetooth driver.
Touchpad is working but gestures are missing
Windows may install a basic mouse driver automatically. Installing the correct Synaptics package can restore vendor-specific touchpad functions.
Fingerprint reader is not detected
Fingerprint hardware is available only on selected models. If there is no fingerprint device in Device Manager, your particular configuration may not include the reader.
Graphics driver will not install
Check whether the laptop uses Intel integrated graphics or an AMD discrete/hybrid configuration. Do not force an AMD driver onto a configuration that does not contain compatible AMD graphics hardware.
Installer says the operating system is unsupported
Confirm that you selected the correct Windows edition and system architecture. A 32-bit driver and a 64-bit driver are not interchangeable.
Clean Installation Checklist
- Back up personal files before reinstalling Windows.
- Record the HP product number before formatting the drive.
- Download the required network driver before removing the old OS.
- Install platform/chipset-related drivers first.
- Restart after major driver installations.
- Check Device Manager for unknown devices.
- Test audio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, webcam, touchpad and USB ports.
- Create a local backup of working driver packages for future repairs.
Why Some Older HP ProBook 450 G2 Packages Are Not Listed
Older business notebooks often have driver packages that remain documented but are no longer hosted at the original download location. For this reason, an old article should not display every historical link as if it were still an active download.
This guide prioritizes usable driver references and directs readers to the official HP support page when a legacy package is unavailable, removed or requires further hardware identification.
This approach is intended to keep the page useful rather than filling the article with duplicate or non-working download links.
HP ProBook 450 G2 Driver FAQ
Does every HP ProBook 450 G2 use the same Wi-Fi driver?
No. The model family can contain different wireless modules. Identify the adapter in Device Manager before choosing a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth package.
Can I install the Windows 7 64-bit driver on Windows 7 32-bit?
No. Use the driver build designed for the matching architecture. Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit are different driver environments.
Can I use a ProBook 450 G2 driver on another HP model?
A driver package should be treated as model-specific unless the manufacturer explicitly states otherwise. For another HP notebook, use that model's official support page.
Why does Windows show an Unknown Device after installation?
An Unknown Device usually means Windows does not have the appropriate driver for that particular hardware component. Check the Hardware Ids in Device Manager and compare them with the correct driver family.
Is Windows 7 still supported by Microsoft?
No. Windows 7 support ended on January 14, 2020. This driver collection is therefore intended for legacy installations rather than a modern supported operating system environment.
Where should I look when a download link is unavailable?
Use the official HP ProBook 450 G2 Software and Drivers page and enter the correct product information to locate packages that HP still provides for the selected operating system.
More Driver Resources
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Sources and Verification
Driver names and package references on this page are based on the historical HP ProBook 450 G2 driver set, while compatibility guidance is cross-checked against current HP support documentation and the HP ProBook 450 G2 maintenance documentation.
HP ProBook 450 G2 - Official Software and Driver Downloads
HP ProBook 450 G2 - Official Setup and User Guides
Last content review: October 4, 2026
Editorial note: Cloud Drivers provides an organized reference to manufacturer driver packages. Always verify the laptop model, product number, Windows edition and hardware configuration before installation.
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