Possible Problems with Windows 98 Realtek Network Adapter Driver

ID: Q189778

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 98

SYMPTOMS

If you use a Realtek network adapter, the network adapter may send an occasional corrupt data packet.

CAUSE

This problem can occur if you are using the Rtl8029.sys driver included with Windows 98.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, download an updated driver for your Realtek network adapter from the following Realtek Web site:

http://www.realtek.com.tw/cn/driver/8029-driver.htm

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MORE INFORMATION

The drivers included with Windows 98 are:

Rtl8029.sys 35,168 bytes
Rtl8129.sys 23,552 bytes

Additional query words: NIC

Keywords : kbnetwork windrvr win98
Version : WINDOWS:
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb