The 870W is a network device manufactured by SMC. Issues like weak Wi-Fi signal, slow DNS lookup, duplicate IP addresses, slow network and excessive CPU usage can be solved by updating this driver. This version of "FW_2870w_5412.zip" is rated (5 out of 5 stars) based on 77 downloads and 9 reviews. The total disk space used for this update is 1.4 MB.
SMC2870W
Not Applicable
5.4.12 (29-Nov-2004)
SMC2870W
EZ Connect g Wireless Ethernet Bridge Firmware File
2.4GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge
Karthikkumar (DG Staff Member) on 18-Nov-2008
To get the SMC2870W driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter SMC2870W into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the SMC Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and 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.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
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FW_2870w_5412/SMC2870w_5412.exe | 1.7 MB | 17 Nov 2004 |
FW_2870w_5412/upgrade_AP_5412.bin | 200.1 KB | 17 Nov 2004 |
FW_2870w_5412/upgrade_Bridge_5412.bin | 190.2 KB | 17 Nov 2004 |