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What's New in This Release:

- Linux support for VXLAN Overlay on Intel Ethernet Controller X552-based devices
- Support for the Intel Ethernet Connection X552/X557-AT 10GBASE-T
- As of this release, tools such as the Intel Ethernet Flash Firmware Utility (BootUtil) and Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager no longer support boot image file formats prior to software release 17.1.
- Support for Microsoft Windows 10
- The prefix for Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager ANS teams has changed from "TEAM : " to "TEAM: ". Please update your scripts accordingly.

This download is valid for the products listed below:

- Intel 82579 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
- Intel 82599 10 Gigabit Ethernet Controller
- Intel Ethernet Connection I217-LM
- Intel Ethernet Connection I217-V
- Intel Ethernet Connection I218-LM
- Intel Ethernet Connection I218-V
- Intel Ethernet Controller I210 Series
- Intel Ethernet Controller I211 Series
- Intel Ethernet Controller I350
- Intel Ethernet Controller X540-AT2
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I210-T1
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-T2
- Intel Ethernet Server Adapter I350-T4

About Ethernet Drivers:

Windows platforms generally apply a generic driver that allows motherboards to recognize the Ethernet component.

However, in order to make use of all network card (adapter) features, you must install a proper LAN driver that enables the hardware. This task enables systems to connect to a network, as well as collect all component characteristics such as manufacturer and chipset.

If you intend to update the driver version, know that this process can add support for new OSes, fix different compatibility problems, resolve related errors encountered during the product’s lifetime, as well as include various other changes.

When it comes to the actual installation procedure, we should note that most producers try to make it as easy as possible, so following the steps should be a breeze: just get the downloadable package, run the setup, and follow the on-screen instructions.

There is a chance that other OSes could also be suitable, but it is not advisable that you install this release on platforms other than the specified ones. Remember to perform a system reboot once done, to allow all changes to take effect properly.

Therefore, if you wish to apply this version, click on the download button and enable your network card. To stay up to speed with the latest updates, check back with our website as often as possible.