RealtekRTL8169e

RealtekRTL8169e is a driver for the Realtek RTL8169 gigabit Ethernet controller. This is a legacy driver for older RTL8169 chips, distinct from the RTL8111/8168 family covered by RealtekRTL8111.

Features

• RTL8169 Support: Specifically targets the Realtek RTL8169 gigabit Ethernet controller
• Gigabit Speeds: Full 10/100/1000 Mbps support
• Legacy Compatibility: Designed for older RTL8169-based network adapters

Installation

1. Download the kext from kext.me
2. Copy AppleRTL8169E.kext to your EFI partition: EFI/OC/Kexts/
3. Add the kext to your config.plist under Kernel > Add
4. Reboot your system

Related Kexts

• RealtekRTL8111 - Realtek RTL8111/8168 Ethernet driver
• RealtekRTL8100 - Realtek RTL8100 Fast Ethernet driver
• IntelMausiEthernet - Intel Ethernet driver