Download and install Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver

Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller is a Network Adapters device. This driver was developed by Realtek. The hardware id of this driver is PCI/VEN_10EC&DEV_8161; this string has to match your hardware.

1. Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller - install the driver manually

1. Download the driver setup file for Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver from the link below. This download link is for the driver version 10.068.0815.2023 released on 2023-08-15.
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3. Run the driver setup file from a Windows account with the highest privileges (rights). If your User Access Control (UAC) is started then you will have to confirm the installation of the driver and run the setup with administrative rights.
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5. Follow 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 PC 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 42167 users.

2. Using DriverMax to install Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver

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

1. Start DriverMax and push on the yellow button named ~SCAN FOR DRIVER UPDATES NOW~. Wait for DriverMax to analyze each driver on your computer.
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3. Take a look at the list of driver updates. Scroll the list down until you locate the Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver. Click the Update button.
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5. That's it, you installed your first driver!
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