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realtek pcie gbe family controller driver - Card Reader(0159)




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realtek pcie gbe family controller driver - Card Reader(0159)

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 Card Reader(0159) with a clean, direct file and clear instructions so you can get your network back online fast.

Download - Card Reader(0159) for Realtek PCIe GBE

Device type: USB

Supported OS: Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo

Driver version: 5.398.0812.2004

File name: driver42323.zip

Date added: 2014-01-02

Model: Card Reader(0159)

To begin, Click on the download link.

How to install

ZIP package method

This method applies if your download is a .zip archive.

driver42323.zip

  • Right‑click the ZIP and choose Extract All, then open the extracted folder.
  • Look for Setup.exe or an INF folder.
  • If Setup.exe exists, run it as Administrator and follow prompts.
  • If only INF files are present: open Device Manager → Network adapters → Right‑click Realtek controller → Update driver → Install from a specific location → Have Disk → Browse to the INF folder → select the INF → Next.
  • Reboot to complete installation.

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 USB and the correct model Card Reader(0159).
  • 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 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo, 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 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo. 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 Card Reader(0159)?
Yes. The package is tailored for USB using the Realtek PCIe GBE chipset under the Card Reader(0159) 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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We provide curated, malware‑scanned packages with clean filenames and clear metadata, so you can install the realtek pcie gbe family controller driver confidently. Each listing includes USB, supported Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo, model Card Reader(0159), file details like driver42323.zip, and version 5.398.0812.2004 to match your system precisely.

This page contains drivers for Card Reader(0159) manufactured by RealTek™. Please note we are carefully scanning all the content on our website for viruses and trojans.

Driver file data
Vendor: RealTek™
Device: Card Reader(0159)
Type: USB
Operating Systems: Windows 10 32 & 64bit, Windows 8.1 32 & 64bit, Windows 7 32 & 64bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64bit, Windo
Version: 6.3.9600.30174
File name: driver42323.zip
File size: 12173968 bytes
Date added: 2014-01-02
Download counter: 432

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