Article ID: 000059092 Content Type: Install & Setup Last Reviewed: 05/08/2023

How to Install Intel Ethernet Drivers on Windows® 10?

Environment

Windows® 10 family

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Summary

Ethernet driver installation on Windows® 10.

Description

Can not find the steps to install drivers on Intel ethernet controllers.

Resolution

Steps to install drivers:

  • Confirm the ethernet product model.
  • Check if it uses inbox drivers or regular driver by going to Supported Operating Systems for Intel® Ethernet Controllers (LOM).
  • If it uses inbox drivers the operating system will install them itself but if it support regular drivers follow the steps below.
  • Go to Download Center
  • On search bar type the product model.
  • Look for Intel® Network Adapter Driver for Windows® 10.
  • Download Wired_driver_26.2_x64.zip or Wired_driver_26.2_32.zip depending on OS (Operating System) architecture 32 or 64 bits.
  • Extract the files and and run application/.exe file (Wired_driver_26.2_x64 or x32) depending on OS architecture.
  • After running the .exe file follow the wizard installation and it will be completed.
  • In order to assure a successfully driver installation, run Intel® System Support Utility for Windows* and check networking information; the driver will be shown under the ethernet device.
    Note

    Installation of Intel® PROSet is optional.

  • If you would like to install Intel® PROSet make sure to install the drivers first then you can Install Intel® PROSet.