Overview

Welcome to the User's Guide for Intel® Ethernet Adapters and devices. This guide covers hardware and software installation, setup procedures, and troubleshooting tips for Intel network adapters, connections, and other devices. 

To select a topic, click a link in the table of contents column to the left.

NOTE: Intel 10 Gigabit Server Adapters and devices do not support unattended driver installation.

Installing the Network Adapter

If you are installing a network adapter, follow this procedure. 
If you are upgrading the driver software, start with step 5.

  1. Make sure that you are installing the latest driver software for your adapter. For a list of supported devices, click here.

  2. Review system requirements.

  3. Insert the adapter(s) in the computer.

  4. Attach the copper or fiber network cable(s).

  5. Install the driver.

  6. For Windows systems, install the Intel® PROSet software.

If you have any problems with basic installation, see Troubleshooting.

You can now set up advanced features, if necessary. The available features and the configuration process varies with the adapter and your operating system.