Installation
Install the Intel Ethernet Adapter
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by
static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer
case or touching your PCI Express card. We recommend that you wear an anti-static strap
when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge
yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such
as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the card by its edges
and not the gold connectors.
Installing an Adapter
1. Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. If performing a "hot plug" install, see your
server documentation first.
2. Remove the computer cover and the adapter slot cover from the slot that matches your adapter.
You may utilize a slot that is longer than your adapter’s connector with no harm, but do not
attempt to install in a slot that is shorter than the connector.
3. Firmly place the adapter into the slot and secure the bracket.
4. Replace the computer cover. Plug in the power cord.
Install the Drivers
Microsoft* Windows* Operating Systems
Installing drivers requires administrator rights to the operating system. See the System
Requirements page in the Adapter Guide for supported operating systems.
The card may auto-install using native drivers, however it is recommended to use the
procedure below to update to the latest version and have access to advanced features.
The adapter will be detected as new hardware when Windows starts. To install the correct driver:
1. Download the latest driver package from http://support.intel.com
Confused about what to download?
Automatically detect and update your drivers and software with the
Intel® Driver & Support
Assistant
.
2. If the Found New Hardware wizard starts, press the Cancel button.
3. Choose the appropriate driver for your version of windows and double-click to run the installer.
