Intel Ethernet Connections CD 20.6 Download

Posted at December 22, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

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Device Name	Intel Ethernet Connections CD 20.6
Category	Network Card
Manufacturer	INTEL
File Size	252.6 MB
Supported OS	OS Independent

Intel Ethernet Connections CD 20.6 Description

This Zip file contains all of the Intel Ethernet network drivers and software for currently supported versions of Windows, Linux and FreeBSD for most Intel Ethernet adapters as found on the CD that accompanies Intel Ethernet adapters.

Notes:

- Huge file size.
- Download smaller files for your operating system if you do not need software for every OS.
- For users who need all files from Intel Network Connections CD.
- Not all Intel Ethernet adapters and Intel Ethernet Controllers are supported under every version of Windows, Linux or FreeBSD.

What's New in This Release:

- Support for the Intel Ethernet Controller X550
- Support for the Intel X550 Virtual Function
- Support for the Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X550-T2
- Support for the Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X550-T1
- Linux support for VXLAN Overlay on Intel Ethernet Controller X550-based devices
- Support for iSCSI Crash Dump Configuration has been moved to Microsoft Windows PowerShell.
- The prefix for Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager ANS teams has changed from "TEAM : " to "TEAM: ". Please update your scripts accordingly.
- Teams and VLANs are not supported on Microsoft Windows 10

This download is valid for the products listed below:

- Intel PRO/1000 PF Dual Port Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PF Quad Port Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PF Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PM Network Connection
- Intel PRO/1000 PT Desktop Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PT Dual Port Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PT Quad Port Low Profile Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PT Quad Port Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 PT Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 T Desktop Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 T Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 XF Server Adapter
- Intel PRO/1000 XT Low Profile Server Adapter
- Sun Dual 10GbE PCIe 2.0 FEM
- Intel 82579V Gigabit Ethernet PHY
- Intel Ethernet Controller I350-AM4
- Intel Ethernet Controller I350-BT2
- Intel Ethernet Controller I350-AM2
- Intel 82577LC Gigabit Ethernet PHY
- Intel 82577LM Gigabit Ethernet PHY
- Intel 82578DC Gigabit Ethernet PHY
- Intel 82578DM Gigabit Ethernet PHY
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X540-T1
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X540-T2
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-T2
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-T4
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-F2
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-F4
- Intel Ethernet Connection I217-LM
- Intel Ethernet Controller X540-AT2
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210-AT
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210-IS
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210-IT
- Intel Ethernet Controller I211-AT
- Intel 82599EN 10 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I210-T1
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520-DA1
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520-DA4
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520-QDA1
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X520-T2
- Intel Ethernet Connection I217-V
- Intel Ethernet Connection I218-V
- Intel Ethernet Connection I218-LM
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210-AS
- Intel Ethernet Controller X710-AM2
- Intel Ethernet Controller XL710-AM1
- Intel Ethernet Controller XL710-AM2
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710-DA2
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter X710-DA4
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-QDA1
- Intel Ethernet Converged Network Adapter XL710-QDA2
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210-CS

About Ethernet Drivers:

Windows platforms generally apply a generic driver that allows motherboards to recognize the Ethernet component.

However, in order to make use of all network card (adapter) features, you must install a proper LAN driver that enables the hardware. This task enables systems to connect to a network, as well as collect all component characteristics such as manufacturer and chipset.

If you intend to update the driver version, know that this process can add support for new OSes, fix different compatibility problems, resolve related errors encountered during the product’s lifetime, as well as include various other changes.

When it comes to the actual installation procedure, we should note that most producers try to make it as easy as possible, so following the steps should be a breeze: just get the downloadable package, run the setup, and follow the on-screen instructions.

There is a chance that other OSes could also be suitable, but it is not advisable that you install this release on platforms other than the specified ones. Remember to perform a system reboot once done, to allow all changes to take effect properly.

Therefore, if you wish to apply this version, click on the download button and enable your network card. To stay up to speed with the latest updates, check back with our website as often as possible. 

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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