Intel(R) Network Adapters Release Notes for version 6.1 February 27, 2002 ======================================================= Contents ======== -What's New in this release -Upgrading from version 6.0 -Installing drivers in Windows* 98 or ME -Repairing installation of utilities -Compatibility notes for Multi Vendor Teaming -Team setup requirement -Help What's New in this release ========================== This release contains the following new features: - Support for the Intel(R) PRO/1000 MT Desktop Adapter - Updated Intel Boot Agent utility Upgrading from version 6.0 ========================== The first time you run the Intel(R) PRO Intelligent Installer, the Installer automatically upgrades installed components to version 6.1. For example, if you have drivers or Intel(R) PROSet II installed, the drivers and the utility are automatically upgraded to version 6.1. Options, including the ability to uninstall or modify installed components or install new components, are available after the Installer completes the upgrade process, the second time you run the Installer. Installing drivers in Windows 98 or ME ====================================== If you cancel the Found New Hardware Wizard during driver installation, the Intel(R) PRO Intelligent Installer prompts you to reboot the computer twice to complete driver and software installs. The operating system requires reboots when it detects new hardware and you are installing drivers using the Intel Installer. To avoid multiple reboots, use the Found New Hardware Wizard to complete driver installation. Repairing installation of utilities =================================== When attempting to repair the installation of DMI or the WMI NIC provider, you must uninstall and reinstall the utility. To uninstall a utility: 1. Run the Intel(R) PRO Intelligent Installer. 2. In the Program Maintenance dialog box, select Modify. 3. In the Custom Setup dialog box, click the graphic next to the utility you would like to uninstall. Click the option Do not install this feature. 4. Follow the onscreen directions to finish the installation. After completing the uninstall, use the Intel(R) PRO Intelligent Installer to reinstall the utility. Compatibility notes for Multi Vendor Teaming ============================================ In Intel test labs, it was found that hot-adding a non-Intel adapter to a team causes system instability. If you do hot-add a non-Intel adapter to a team, make sure you restart the computer or reload the team. Team setup requirement ====================== Before adding an adapter to a team, make sure each adapter is configured the same as other adapters in the team. For team members to successfully implement teaming functionality, each team member must be configured similarly. To check team member configuration, view each team member´s settings in the Advanced tab in Intel(R) PROSet II. Settings to check include QoS Packet Tagging, Jumbo Frames, and the various offloads. If team members implement Advanced features differently, failover and team functionality are affected. Help ==== - Main Intel web support site: http://support.intel.com - Network products information: http://www.intel.com/network - Gigabit products information: http://www.intel.com/network/solutions/gigabit.htm - Corporate site: http://www.intel.com - Worldwide access: Intel has technical support centers worldwide. Many of the centers are staffed by technicians who speak the local languages. For a list of all Intel support centers, the telephone numbers, and the times they are open, visit http://www.intel.com/support/9089.htm. - Telephone support: US and Canada: 1-916-377-7000 (7:00 - 17:00 M-F Pacific Time) Legal / Disclaimers =================== Copyright (C) 2002, Intel Corporation. All rights reserved. Intel Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this document. Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information contained herein. * Other product and corporate names may be trademarks of other companies and are used only for explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe.Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.