14 DAY TRIAL // Today, Intel has made available a new Ethernet connections CD package, namely version 18.8.1, which contains all the drivers and software for most network adapters running under the compatible Windows, Linux, and FreeBSD platforms.
However, this newly released CD has a file size of approximately 74MB, therefore it’s recommended for advanced users who really need all these files in a single CD. Moreover, you should also know that not all adapters are compatible with every version of the supported OSes.
As for the other users, namely those who need to update their network adapter only for a specific operating system, the producer has outed several other files, each compatible with one of Microsoft’s Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 OSes (32/64-bit), and Server 2008 R2, 2012, and 2012 RS platforms.
Therefore, if you consider updating your network adapter, download Intel Ethernet Connections CD 18.8.1 or download Intel Network Adapter Driver 18.8.1 depending on which of them satisfy your needs, apply the package, and stay “update one minute ago.”