After you upgrade your computer to Windows 10, if your Atheros Network / Ethernet Drivers are not working, you can fix the problem by updating the drivers. It is possible that your Network / Ethernet driver is not compatible with the newer version of Windows.
Guys, I did some digging, and the ethernet controller is not a device, there is an adapter (probably wireless) that needs a driver. Lavalys' program Everest will tell you who makes the wireless adapter in your pc. Oct 30, 2012 An Ethernet controller does need a driver to work, and since there is no driver installed, Device Manager placed a question mark next to it to indicate there is a problem. A properly installed Ethernet controller driver should have a more descriptive label than 'Ethernet Controller'.
Find Atheros Network / Ethernet Device Drivers by Model Name or Number
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How to Update Device Drivers
There are two ways to update drivers.
Option 1 (Recommended): Update drivers automatically - Novice computer users can update drivers using trusted software in just a few mouse clicks. Automatic driver updates are fast, efficient and elimate all the guesswork. Your old drivers can even be backed up and restored in case any problems occur.
OR
Option 2: Update drivers manually - Find the correct driver for your Network / Ethernet and operating system, then install it by following the step by step instructions below. You’ll need some computer skills to use this method.
Option 1: Update drivers automatically
The Driver Update Utility for Atheros devices is intelligent software which automatically recognizes your computer’s operating system and Network / Ethernet model and finds the most up-to-date drivers for it. There is no risk of installing the wrong driver. The Driver Update Utility downloads and installs your drivers quickly and easily.
You can scan for driver updates automatically with the FREE version of the Driver Update Utility for Atheros, and complete all necessary driver updates using the premium version.
Tech Tip: The Driver Update Utility for Atheros will back up your current drivers for you. If you encounter any problems while updating your drivers, you can use this feature to restore your previous drivers and configuration settings.
Download the Driver Update Utility for Atheros.
Double-click on the program to run it. It will then scan your computer and identify any problem drivers. You will see a results page similar to the one below:
Click the Update Driver button next to your driver. The correct version will be downloaded and installed automatically. Or, you can click the Update Drivers button at the bottom to automatically download and install the correct version of all the drivers that are missing or out-of-date on your system.
Option 2: Update drivers manually
To find the latest driver, including Windows 10 drivers, choose from our list of most popular Atheros Network / Ethernet downloads or search our driver archive for the driver that fits your specific Network / Ethernet model and your PC’s operating system.
If you cannot find the right driver for your device, you can request the driver. We will find it for you. Or, try the automatic option instead.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble finding the right driver update, use the Atheros Network / Ethernet Driver Update Utility. It is software which finds, downloads and istalls the correct driver for you - automatically.
After downloading your driver update, you will need to install it. Driver updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow. Visit our Driver Support Page to watch helpful step-by-step videos on how to install drivers based on their file extension.
How to Install Drivers
After you have found the right driver, follow these simple instructions to install it.
- Power off your device.
- Disconnect the device from your computer.
- Reconnect the device and power it on.
- Double click the driver download to extract it.
- If a language option is given, select your language.
- Follow the directions on the installation program screen.
- Reboot your computer.
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I have recently had a virus. re-installed my windows xp application only to find out that I cannot connect to the internet due to ' ethernet controller driver not found '??????? I have been trying to download drivers - etc for TWO WEEKS..PLEASE HELP!!
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Go to the support Website : - of the maker of your computer :
- or of the maker of your Motherboard if your computer is an assembled computer.
Eg.
- https://www.asus.com/support
Then make a copy of the ethernet driver, and then copy it onto the original PC to get it acces the intenet. Most people may have to go to a computer repair store and ask if they can buy the ethernet controller driver for their OS and PC on a CD or flashdrive, or instead, but an external Ehternet controller device and connect it to your PC via USB.
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Ethernet Driver
Once its recognized as hardware to install you'll
be able to connect to the internet & look for your
drivers. I had a similar situation and was able to
find all xp drivers except the ethernet for gateway.
At the moment I don't need it though. It takes a
while to make it show up on your pc, but in your
case im sure you'll be fine trying that out
First find the web site for the motherboard manufacturer. You should find the drivers you need within the 'support' tab. Good Luck
I have the Ethernet drivers for the following:
* Broadcom 440x 10/100 Integrated Controller
* This driver is when you missing the driver in you Acer Aspire 5610
http://support.euro.dell.com/...
ENJOY
I did some digging, and the ethernet controller is not a device, there is an adapter (probably wireless) that needs a driver. Lavalys' program Everest will tell you who makes the wireless adapter in your pc. If you can figure out who makes the wireless adapter on your own just install the drivers for it. Remember an 'ethernet controller' is not a device, it is a general useless description of a problem.