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    Ethernet Controller Issue

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Trent123, Jul 22, 2015.

  1. Trent123

    Trent123 Newbie

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    When click on my Ethernet Controller in Device Manager I get this message:
    The drivers for this device are not installed. (Code 28)

    There is no driver selected for the device information set or element.


    To find a driver for this device, click Update Driver.

    When I click update driver I am greeted with this message:

    Windows could not find driver software for your device.

    If you know the manufacturer of your device, you can visit its website and check the support section for driver software.

    I do not know the manufacturer. I have an Alienware m17x r3 laptop and need help to find the drivers needed.
     
    Trent123, Jul 22, 2015
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  2. downloads

    downloads No, Dee Dee, no! Super Moderator

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    Most likely it's an Atheros AR8151 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller - this should work.
     
    downloads, Jul 23, 2015
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