The BCM4401 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 driver - "winxp_32-4.60.zip" - has been downloaded 224 times and is rated 5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews. It is compatible with PCs running Windows Vista and Windows XP, among other operating systems. The total disk space used for this update is 35.0 KB.
BCM4401
ASUSTeK/Broadcom 440x 10/100 Integrated Controller
Broadcom 440x 10/100 Integrated Controller
MSI/Broadcom 440x 10/100 Integrated Controller
NetLink 4401
Windows Vista, Windows XP
4.60 (2-Feb-2007)
4.60.0.0 (2006-11-21) via .inf
Ethernet Controller Driver
Rexrinaldo (DG Staff Member) on 8-Feb-2007
HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_5045&SUBSYS_103C30BB&REV_1001
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_1677&SUBSYS_3005103C&REV_01
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_170C&SUBSYS_00611025&REV_02
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PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_170C&SUBSYS_007A1025&REV_02
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_170C&SUBSYS_01FC1028&REV_02
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_4312&SUBSYS_1371103C&REV_02\4&23F5EDAD&0&00E0
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_4401&SUBSYS_585C1462
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_4401&SUBSYS_590C1462
PCI\VEN_14E4&DEV_4401&SUBSYS_590C1462&REV_01
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HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_5045
HDAUDIO\FUNC_02&VEN_14F1&DEV_5045&REV_1001
To get the BCM4401 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 BCM4401 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, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WinXP/IA32/b44win.cat | 17.8 KB | 30 Jan 2007 |
| WinXP/IA32/b44win.inf | 39.9 KB | 30 Jan 2007 |
| WinXP/IA32/bcm4sbxp.sys | 45.6 KB | 30 Jan 2007 |