Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, and Windows 10 (both 32-bit and 64-bit).
You must temporarily disable Driver Signature Enforcement.
In Device Manager, right-click the BCM2035B device and select . Go to the Details tab. Select Hardware Ids from the drop-down menu. Look for a string like USB\VID_0A5C&PID_2035 . bcm2035b usb bluetooth driver
The most common Hardware IDs for BCM2035-based devices are and USB\VID_0A5C&PID_2035 . The 0A5C prefix is the vendor ID for Broadcom.
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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the BCM2035B hardware, driver identification, and step-by-step installation instructions for various versions of Windows. Understanding the BCM2035B Hardware Go to the Details tab
The Broadcom BCM2035B USB Bluetooth adapter, a legacy 1.1/1.2 device, often requires manual installation methods to function on modern operating systems. While Windows Update may detect the device, users often need to source drivers from specialized repositories or older laptop manufacturer support pages. For the official, though limited, resources, visit the Broadcom support page .
The BCM2035B's age is the main source of the driver problem. While Windows XP Service Pack 2 and later have native drivers for some Broadcom chips (like the BCM2033 and BCM2045), the in the Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL) driver catalog in the same way. This means Windows won't find a driver for it on its own. Consequently, the device often appears in Device Manager as an "Unknown Device" or with a yellow exclamation mark.