Intel I226 Ethernet Driver

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This package contains the Intel I226 Ethernet driver. The Ethernet network driver helps the system to connect to a wired Internet connection.
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Fixes & Enhancements

- Supports Microsoft Windows 11 operating system, version 22H2.
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Version

2.1.3.15, A00

Release date

05 Dec 2023

Download Type

Driver

Category

Network, Ethernet & Wireless

Importance

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Dell Technologies recommends applying this update during your next scheduled update cycle. The update contains changes to maintain overall system health. It ensures that the system software remains current and compatible with other system modules (firmware, BIOS, drivers, and software) and may include other new features.
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File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: Intel-I226-Ethernet-Driver_F16K2_WIN64_2.1.3.15_A00.EXE
File Size: 12.88 MB
This is a large file. Depending on your connection speed, it may take some time to download.
Format Description:
Dell Update Packages in native Microsoft Windows 64-bit format do not require that Microsoft WOW64 be installed on the Microsoft Windows Server.
To ensure the integrity of your download, please verify the checksum value.
MD5:
4dcb8d9b4468def3f8e0dbd5ba433bad
SHA1:
a14182e9b7851b9aa7d88a69f89c965dbf1aa238
SHA-256:
3027cb891a3ca57c1af0d65bfe481011e1a3dd1f166145250260cd71d5f576f9

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LAN drivers take no more than 3 minutes to be installed on your system. You can install the updates in the background while using the system.
Intel I2xx/825xx Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Dell Update Package Instructions

Note: Your system requires a restart after installing the driver. The restart can be deferred but must be completed to ensure that the update is installed.

Download
1. Click Download File.
2. When the File Download window is displayed, click Save to save the file to your hard drive.

Installation
1. Browse to the location where you downloaded the file and double-click the new file.
2. Read the information in the dialog window.
3. Download and install any prerequisites that are identified in the dialog window before proceeding.
4. Click the Install button.
5. Follow the remaining prompts to perform the update.

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