realtek pcie gbe family controller driver - RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81

If your Ethernet isn’t working or you’re setting up a fresh Windows install, you likely need the realtek pcie gbe family controller driver. This page gives you the correct package for RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81 with a clean, direct file and clear instructions so you can get your network back online fast.

Download - RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81 for Realtek PCIe GBE

Device type: Network Adapters

Supported OS: Windows XP

Driver version: 5.398.0812.2004

File name: driver74455.zip

Date added: 2007-10-02

Model: RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81

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How to install

Troubleshooting common install issues

• Device not detected: Ensure the Ethernet adapter is enabled in BIOS and properly seated. Try a different PCIe slot if available.
• Code 10 or yellow exclamation: Uninstall the device in Device Manager, check Delete the driver software for this device, reboot, then reinstall the realtek pcie gbe family controller driver.
• Wrong driver message: Verify you’re installing for Network Adapters and the correct model RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
  RTL81.
• No network after install: Disable power management on the adapter (Device Manager → Properties → Power Management → uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power).
• Legacy Windows INF signing: On older OS like Windows XP, ignore unsigned prompts or use the Have Disk method.
• Rollback needed: In Device Manager → Adapter → Properties → Driver → Roll Back Driver if a newer package caused issues.

FAQ

Which operating systems does this package support?
It supports Windows XP. For newer Windows versions, use the latest manufacturer release.

How can I confirm the driver installed correctly?
Open Device Manager → Network adapters. You should see Realtek PCIe GBE without warnings. The Driver tab should show version 5.398.0812.2004 (or the version you installed).

Is this the right file for RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81?
Yes. The package is tailored for Network Adapters using the Realtek PCIe GBE chipset under the RTL8168/8111 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC
RTL81 model name.

Do I need to uninstall old drivers first?
Recommended. In Device Manager, uninstall the adapter and check Delete the driver software, then install the new realtek pcie gbe family controller driver.

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RTL81, file details like driver74455.zip, and version 5.398.0812.2004 to match your system precisely.