Broadcom NetXtreme II Family of Adapters, v.2.6, A03

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Windows 2000 base and intermediate (teaming) driver for the Broadcom NetXtreme II devices, Family Driver Version 2.6.
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IMPORTANT! To install this driver set you must first uninstall all Broadcom Network Device Drivers and Applications, then install this release via the installation program provided. Updating without first uninstalling existing Broadcom Network software may fail.

This package is an update to a newer driver that fixes some issues that could result in system halts or posible corrupt data. It is strongly suggested that you update to this new driver if you are using the Broadcom NetXtreme II network interfaces and the 2.6 family of drivers (2.6.14 would be the driver version shown by Windows.)
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Version

2.6, A03

Release date

21 Dec 2006

Download Type

Driver

Category

Network, Ethernet & Wireless

Importance

Urgent
Dell Technologies highly recommends applying this important update as soon as possible. The update contains critical bug fixes and changes to improve functionality, reliability, and stability of your Dell system. It may also include security fixes and other feature enhancements.
Available formats
File Format: Extracts files directly to local disk
File Name: Bcom_LAN_NX2_26_W2K_A03.exe
File Size: 10.4 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
This file format consists of an archive of files that may be decompressed to a directory on the hard drive. The installation can then be done from that directory.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
bdfa7a46a995a181e349f21dff4f2ead
SHA1:
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SHA-256:
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Custom Instructions for Bcom_LAN_NX2_26_W2K_A03.exe:

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1. Click the "Download Now" link to download the file.
2. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click the "I agree" link to accept the agreement.
3. When the File Download window appears, click "Save" to save the file to your hard drive.

Extract Files
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file to unzip the download package.
2. Specify the location to upzip the files.
3. Click on the unzip button to extract files.

Using the Files
1. To install the drivers, run the SETUP.EXE from the directory where the files were unzipped and follow the on screen instructions.
2. Download the HTML User's Guide (file
Bcom_LAN_NX2_26_Manual_A00.exe) for detailed instructions on installation.

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