GUIDE.TXT Driver File Contents (data_link_drivers_plus.zip)

The procedure to activate rtl8150 on linux is as follows:

  step 1: compile:
	   gcc -DMODULE -D__KERNEL__ -c rtl8150.c

  step 2: insert the driver as module:
           insmod rtl8150.o        
           (run 'lsmod' to see if the module is inserted)

  step 3: bind your card to an IP address:

           /sbin/ifconfig eth0 ${IPADDR} netmask ${NETMASK} broadcast ${BROADCAST} 
           (run 'netstat -i' to see if there is a interface 'eth0')

  step 4: add your card to IP routing table and add gateway:
	   /sbin/route add default gw ${GATEWAY} dev eth0


*make sure that your kernel is version 2.4.0 above. Otherwise, you have to 
	upgrade your kernel.


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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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