Download and install Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver

Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller is a Network Adapters hardware device. This driver was developed by Realtek. PCI/VEN_10EC&DEV_8166 is the matching hardware id of this device.

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 is the download link for the driver version 10.053.1001.2021 dated 2021-10-01.
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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 enabled then you will have to accept of the driver and run the setup with administrative rights.
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5. Follow the driver setup wizard, which should be quite easy to follow. The driver setup wizard will analyze your PC for compatible devices and will install the driver.
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7. Restart your PC and enjoy the fresh driver, it is as simple as that.
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2. The easy way: using DriverMax to install Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver

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. How easy can you install a driver with DriverMax? Let's follow a few steps!

1. Open DriverMax and push on the yellow button that says ~SCAN FOR DRIVER UPDATES NOW~. Wait for DriverMax to scan and analyze each driver on your computer.
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3. Take a look at the list of detected driver updates. Search the list until you locate the Realtek Realtek R PCI e Ethernet Controller driver. Click the Update button.
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5. Finished installing the driver!
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