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Independent driver archive

Realtek Drivers for Windows

Find Realtek audio, Ethernet, USB and other device drivers by hardware family, Windows version or hardware ID.

Looking for an older driver?

Browse archived Realtek packages for legacy Windows systems and older hardware that may be difficult to locate today.

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.

Featured Driver Families

Examples of the hardware families visitors commonly search for.

Driver family
Windows
Type
Realtek High Definition Audio
ALC series codecs
10 / 11
Audio
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Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller
RTL8111 / RTL8168 family
10 / 11
Network
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Realtek USB Ethernet
RTL8152 / RTL8153 / RTL8156
10 / 11
USB
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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. Realtek notes that its generic audio drivers may not include manufacturer-specific customizations.

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. Realtek specifically notes this for its generic audio drivers.