Realtek Driver Categories

Start with the type of hardware you need to support.

A

Audio

High Definition Audio codecs, AC'97 and related Realtek sound hardware.

E

Ethernet

PCI, PCIe and USB Realtek network controller drivers.

U

USB

USB Ethernet and other Realtek USB interface drivers.

L

Legacy

Older Windows drivers for hardware no longer actively supported.

How to Install a Realtek Driver

  1. Download the driver that matches your hardware and Windows version.
  2. Extract the package if it is supplied as a ZIP file.
  3. Run the included setup program, or install the INF through Device Manager.
  4. Restart Windows and verify the device in Device Manager.

Find Your Realtek Hardware

If you do not know which driver you need, open Device Manager, right-click the unknown device and select Properties → Details → Hardware Ids.

Search the vendor ID VEN_10EC together with the device ID to identify many Realtek PCI devices.

Important Realtek-driver.com is an independent driver archive and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Realtek Semiconductor Corp. For current hardware, check the computer or motherboard manufacturer's driver package as well as the official Realtek downloads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Realtek drivers.

Where can I download Realtek drivers?

Drivers may be available from Realtek, the computer or motherboard manufacturer, Windows Update, or an independent archive for older packages.

How do I install a Realtek driver in Windows 11?

Download the package for the correct hardware, run its installer, follow the prompts and restart Windows if requested.

How do I identify a Realtek device?

Check Device Manager for the Hardware Ids. Many PCI Realtek devices use vendor ID VEN_10EC.

Should I use the Realtek driver or my PC manufacturer's driver?

For current systems, the computer or motherboard manufacturer may provide a customized package.