The BCM57xx is a network device manufactured by Broadcom. 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 "bcm57xx-v8.48.0.0_2kxp.inf" is rated (4 out of 5 stars) based on 1,844 downloads and 7 reviews. It has been installed successfully by our users on PCs running Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 57.5 KB.
BCM57xx
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000
bcm57xx-v8.48.0.0_2kxp.inf (57.5 KB)
8.48.0.0F (9-Nov-2005)
Driver Description: Broadcom NetXtreme Fast Ethernet BMC57xx
Driver ID: 471642
Driver Date: 11-9-2005
DeviceID: PCI\VEN_14e4&DEV_170D
Driver Version: 8.48.0.0F
Driver Provider: Broadcom
Driver Class: Net
Driver Size: 57 KB.
Language: ENGLISH
Software Platform: Windows 2000/XP/Windows Server 2003
Used in many Compaq and HP machines
Install using ADD NEW HARDWARE
Jerry K (DG Member) on 20-Nov-2009
To get the BCM57xx 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 Broadcom BCM57xx 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 Broadcom Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Broadcom website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading your new driver, installation is the next step. On Windows, utilize the built-in Device Manager utility to manage this process. This tool provides a comprehensive view of all system-recognized devices and their associated drivers. To complete the installation, a system restart is typically required for the driver update to take effect.
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