readmefirst.txt Driver File Contents (Intel_LAN_Win7-8-8-1_VER20110220_Win10_VER20120190.zip)

This release includes the 40 gigabit FreeBSD Base Driver for Intel® Network
Connection. 

 - ixl driver supports all XL710 and XL710-based 40 gigabit network 
   connections. 
 - ixlv driver supports X710 and XL710-based virtual function devices that 
   can only be activated on kernels that support SR-IOV.

NOTE: The ixl driver can be downloaded at: 
https://downloadcenter.intel.com

ixl-x.x.x.tar.gz
ixlvf-x.x.x.tar.gz
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How To Update Drivers Manually

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.

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