Realtek USB GBE Ethernet Controller Driver
Restart required Installed This file was automatically installed as part of a recent update. If you are experiencing any issues, you can manually download and reinstall.This package contains the Realtek USB GBE Ethernet Controller driver for Dell TB16, WD15, DS1000, TB18DC, WD19, WD22TB4, HD22Q series, WD25, and SD25 docks. The Ethernet network driver helps the system to connect to a wired Internet connection.
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Fixes & Enhancements
- Supports the Windows 11 2025 Operating System.
- Added support for the Dell Pro 7-in-1 USB-C Travel Hub DA326.
Read More- Added support for the Dell Pro 7-in-1 USB-C Travel Hub DA326.
Version
1156.19.20.603, A32
Release date
18 Dec 2025
Download Type
Driver
Category
Docks/Stands
Importance
CriticalDell 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 View Important Information
File Format: Update Package for MS Windows 64-Bit.
File Name: Realtek-USB-GBE-Ethernet-Controller-Driver_NW6K3_WIN64_1156.19.20.603_A32_01.EXE
File Size: 10.52 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:
f953acd7d4d7fac8143011b506334c6a
SHA1:
887a92831449f105793b85a7d63d8ee487fbff97
SHA-256:
570276bcd68e1df5ae35cb999e6a9d6d43b01b593af0bfd43da1f54c78ce8b2d
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Important Information
- After you update the package, the driver version that is displayed in Device Manager for each operating system is as follows:
Windows 10 - 10.65.20.0603
Windows 11 - 1156.19.20.0603 and 1153.20.20.0805
Windows 10 - 10.65.20.0603
Windows 11 - 1156.19.20.0603 and 1153.20.20.0805
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019
Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
Windows 10 CMIT Government Edition
Windows 11 SE - Standard
Windows 11
Windows 10, 64-bit
Windows 10S 64-bit
Applies to
Dell 27 Video Conferencing Monitor
Dell 34 Video Conferencing Curved Monitor
Dell P2425HE Monitor
Dell P2725HE Monitor
Dell U3421WE Monitor
Dell U4021QW Monitor
Realtek USB Ethernet Controller
Installation instructions
Dell Update Package Instructions
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.
For Thin Client systems
Note: If the driver size is more than 900 MB, ensure to increase the RAM Disk Size to 1000 MB before installing the driver. If RAM Disk is not available, follow the below steps.
1. Log in to the Administrator account on the Thin Client.
2. Disable the Write Filter (WF) by double-clicking the WF Disable icon on the desktop.
The system auto reboots.
3. Log in to the Administrator account on the Thin Client.
4. Click Download File.
5. Double-click the EXE/MSI file and follow the on-screen instructions.
6. Enable the Write Filter by double-clicking WF Enable icon on the desktop.
The system auto reboots.
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.
For Thin Client systems
Note: If the driver size is more than 900 MB, ensure to increase the RAM Disk Size to 1000 MB before installing the driver. If RAM Disk is not available, follow the below steps.
1. Log in to the Administrator account on the Thin Client.
2. Disable the Write Filter (WF) by double-clicking the WF Disable icon on the desktop.
The system auto reboots.
3. Log in to the Administrator account on the Thin Client.
4. Click Download File.
5. Double-click the EXE/MSI file and follow the on-screen instructions.
6. Enable the Write Filter by double-clicking WF Enable icon on the desktop.
The system auto reboots.
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