Intel Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V how to download and install the driver

Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V is a Network Adapters device. This driver was developed by Intel. PCI/VEN_8086&DEV_1559 is the matching hardware id of this device.

1. Manually install Intel Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V driver

1. Download the setup file for Intel Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V driver from the link below. This is the download link for the driver version 12.12.80.1920 released on 2014-11-25.
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3. Start the driver setup file from a Windows account with the highest privileges (rights). If your UAC (User Access Control) is enabled then you will have to confirm the installation of the driver and run the setup with administrative rights.
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5. Go through the driver setup wizard, which should be pretty straightforward. The driver setup wizard will scan your PC for compatible devices and will install the driver.
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7. Restart your computer and enjoy the updated driver, it is as simple as that.
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This driver was not digitally signed.

This driver was rated with an average of 3.8 stars by 64669 users.

2. How to install Intel Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V driver using DriverMax

The advantage of using DriverMax is that it will install the driver for you in just a few seconds and it will keep each driver up to date, not just this one. How easy can you install a driver with DriverMax? Let's follow a few steps!

1. Open DriverMax and push on the yellow button named ~SCAN FOR DRIVER UPDATES NOW~. Wait for DriverMax to scan and analyze each driver on your PC.
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3. Take a look at the list of available driver updates. Search the list until you locate the Intel Intel R Ethernet Connection I218-V driver. Click on Update.
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5. Finished installing the driver!
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