Ethernet-Controller


Device driver details
Category: Networks and modem
Manufacturer: Broadcom
Caution Level: Intermediate
Download File Size: 398 KB
Operating System: Windows 95, 98(SE), ME, 2000, NT, XP, Server 2003
Latest Version / Release Date: 1.7 / 21 Mar 2004
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Windows device driver information for Ethernet-Controller

Ethernet-controllers are the ultimate solution for designs of PCI board LAN and they are made from an enhanced architecture that facilitates the through put in maximum quantities and also reduces overhead of the host processor. Since they use the same software drivers set, there is flexibility in design to enable a system production spectrum. An Ethernet-controller is ideal for use in NICs (Network Interface Cards), PC Local Access network On Mother Board embedded systems ,designs and networking systems type of products. The small package and low power of the controller gives it a power boost and accommodates it in constrained space environments. It supports power management 1.20A of the Power Interface-ACPI, an advanced configuration, manageable System management Bus-SMB, which is also advanced and a 2.0 Wired for Management–WFW compliance. In addition, Ethernet controller has a feature to assist IP checksum.

The Ethernet-controller implements an advanced PCI interface that is express. There are many types of the Ethernet-controllers such as 82541ER, 82547GI, 82551QM/82551ER, 82563EB, 82564EB and 82541PI just to mention a few of the many examples. They are designed to be used with work station and desktop PCs. The controllers also allow significant advances through the additional support for ASF (Alerting Standards Forum) of 2.0 specifications. This feature comes in handy for the IT professionals who have automatic alerts incase of any support issues and makes it possible for them to address the concerns remotely. The Ethernet controllers are pocket friendly and can easily be downloaded online and installed. The NetXtreme architecture has a unique design that is processor-based, which enables advanced management of software to firmware run to upgrade it through simple downloads. It also has comprehensive suit of software that offers an ultimate solution for sever applications, popular driver operating systems and for customers. It is highly recommended you run a free registry scan for and Ethernet-Controller errors before installing any driver updates.


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