Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates
If you are using a laptop or desktop with the Realtek 8723DU on Windows 11, this feature transforms the device from a "legacy headache" into a reliable workhorse. You get the modern, sleek interface of Windows 11 with the proven stability of older 802.11n technology, eliminating driver crashes and maintaining consistent throughput for streaming and browsing. Realtek 8723DU Wireless LAN 802
: Search the Microsoft Update Catalog for "8723DU." Look for version 1030.52.731.2025 or later, which explicitly supports Windows 11. Device Manager → Network adapters → Realtek 8723DU
If Windows does not automatically detect the driver, follow these manual steps: Microsoft Update Catalog : Search the Microsoft Update
If you have a (not RTL8723BU or RTL8723DE), this will work. Check your device ID in Device Manager → Details → Hardware IDs. If you see USB\VID_0BDA&PID_D723 or similar, you have the correct chipset.