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Bcmwl5.sys BSOD Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver files such as bcmwl5.sys utilize the SYS file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Driver) file, and was first created by 3DP for the Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver software package.

The first version of bcmwl5.sys for WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 4.80.28.7 was seen on 06/25/2006 in Windows 10. The most recent version [file version 6.30.223.228] was introduced on 12/03/2018 for 3DP Net 18.12.

Please continue reading to find your correct bcmwl5.sys file version download (free), detailed file information, and SYS file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	bcmwl5.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
Object File Type:	Driver
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Broadcom Corporation
Software Program:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
Legal Copyright:	1998-2012, Broadcom Corp. All Rights Rsvd

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x5c543e
Code Size:	1618176

View Other bcmwl5.sys Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	5.8 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:11 15:14:05+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:02:06 02:25:49+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	1618176
Initialized Data Size:	4476800
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x5c543e
OS Version:	6.1
Image Version:	6.1
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Native
File Version Number:	6.30.223.228
Product Version Number:	6.30.223.228
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Driver
File Subtype:	6
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Broadcom Corporation
File Description:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
File Version:	6.30.223.228
Internal Name:	bcmwl5.sys
Legal Copyright:	1998-2012, Broadcom Corp. All Rights Rsvd
Product Name:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
Product Version:	6.30.223.228

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What are bcmwl5.sys Error Messages?

bcmwl5.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with bcmwl5.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of bcmwl5.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. 3DP Net update) issues. Some of these errors include:

bcmwl5.sys could not be found.
bcmwl5.sys failed to load.
The file bcmwl5.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - bcmwl5.sys.

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: bcmwl5.sys.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (bcmwl5.sys).

STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (bcmwl5.sys) STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (bcmwl5.sys) STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (bcmwl5.sys) STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (bcmwl5.sys) STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (bcmwl5.sys) STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (bcmwl5.sys)

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter bcmwl5.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (3DP Net), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to bcmwl5.sys Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a bcmwl5.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix bcmwl5.sys Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your bcmwl5.sys issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the bcmwl5.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed 3DP Net (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling 3DP Net software.

You can uninstall 3DP Net software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for 3DP Net 18.12 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall 3DP Net software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

3DP Net 18.12

3DP

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many bcmwl5.sys error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the bcmwl5.sys error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your bcmwl5.sys File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate bcmwl5.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free bcmwl5.sys files for every applicable version of 3DP Net. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download bcmwl5.sys Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate 3DP Net folder location:

Windows 10: C:\3DP\Net\Broadcom\Wireless\xp\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Broadcom\WirelessBCM MIMO\Driver\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve bcmwl5.sys problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download bcmwl5.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying bcmwl5.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. 3DP typically does not release 3DP Net SYS files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing bcmwl5.sys and all other SYS files for 3DP Net. An incorrectly installed SYS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

3DP Net 18.12

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

bcmwl5.sys

6.30.223.228

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
Software Version:	6.30.223.228
File Version:	6.30.223.228
File Size:	6096128
File Date:	11/11/2019
MD5 Checksum:	e2a75f7da8b053202f49bae2fecb70cb
SHA1 Checksum:	c1b66c07abcbb32e2206fca3ca7c98ed1d612e60
SHA256 Checksum:	eebfe1226a70ffc0424b2720a469088606372a5645e1368fb05f326ce6fb31ca
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\3DP\Net\Broadcom\Wireless\xp\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	4476800
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	11/11/2019

WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 4.80.28.7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

bcmwl5.sys

4.80.28.7

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Broadcom 802.11 Network Adapter wireless driver
Software Version:	4.80.28.7
File Version:	4.80.28.7
File Size:	564224
File Date:	10/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	3003c21e5e1f04ba84fc8e705a65db2b
SHA1 Checksum:	30a14e7070a94b8b74d173b9f8a4835a9894a083
SHA256 Checksum:	dcaa70c8ef9a2bcc6bfac81d9577439bad0b5700324e0f3e269ea5521fadff83
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\drivers\ C:\Program Files (x86)\Broadcom\WirelessBCM MI ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	198016
Linker Version:	7.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	10/29/2019

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