Atheros AR8151 Driver

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The Atheros AR8151 is a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet controller that is designed to provide fast and reliable wired network connectivity for desktop and laptop computers. 

Manufactured by Atheros (later acquired by Qualcomm), this controller is widely used in various motherboards and network adapters, especially in devices where a stable and fast connection is essential for gaming, streaming, and data-intensive tasks. It supports Gigabit Ethernet speeds of up to 1000 Mbps.

In terms of performance, the AR8151 excels at providing smooth and consistent network speeds, making it ideal for both everyday users and those with more demanding needs. The controller is optimized to minimize network congestion, resulting in reduced packet loss and lower latency. 

Download the latest Atheros AR8151 drivers for Windows by browsing this page, and install them easily by following our short installation guide. 

Atheros AR8151 Driver

To download the most up-to-date Atheros AR8151 drivers, simply scroll down to the bottom of this page, fill in the Captcha, and click the Download button under the Captcha field. 

Once the download is complete, you will find a zipped folder containing the latest drivers for Windows. As of 2024, this model of ethernet controllers by Atheros is solely compatible with the Windows operating system, and as such, it does not come with drivers suitable for any other OS. 

Windows users will simply find an executable (exe) file in the dedicated folder. Running an executable file is very simple. To do so, just double-click on it, and follow any on-screen instructions that may appear.