The Cisco 1GigE I350 LOM driver enables Windows to recognize and use the system’s onboard Gigabit Ethernet interface. It supports communication between the network hardware and the operating system, helping your computer connect to a wired network for file transfers, shared resources, and internet access.

Key Features

• Wired network connectivity: Provides driver support for the Cisco 1GigE I350 LOM interface, with Ethernet speeds up to 1 Gbps when the cable and connected network equipment support them.
• Windows network integration: Allows the adapter to work with Windows networking services and appear in Device Manager for configuration and troubleshooting.
• Adapter configuration: Depending on the driver package and hardware configuration, exposes settings such as link speed, duplex mode, and power management.
• Support across Windows versions: Driver packages may be available for Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7. Choose a release that explicitly supports your operating system and system model rather than assuming one package covers every version.

How to Install

1. Confirm your hardware and Windows version. Open Device Manager and check under Network adapters for the Cisco 1GigE I350 LOM. If it appears as an unknown Ethernet controller, use its hardware IDs to help confirm compatibility. Also check whether Windows is 32-bit or 64-bit.
2. Download the matching driver package. Select a Cisco driver intended for your system model, Windows version, and architecture. Review any included compatibility notes before proceeding. If the computer has no network connection, download the package on another device and transfer it using a USB drive.
3. Extract and install the files. If the download is compressed, extract it first. Run the included installer with administrator permissions, then follow the prompts. Expect a brief network interruption while the adapter is updated.
4. Use Device Manager if no installer is provided. Right-click the Ethernet adapter, select Update driver, and choose Browse my computer for drivers. Point Windows to the extracted folder and include subfolders when searching.
5. Restart if requested and verify connectivity. Confirm that the adapter appears without a warning icon in Device Manager. Connect an Ethernet cable, check the connection status, and test access to your local network or the internet.

Common Issues and Fixes

• Install fails or rolls back: Use the Cisco/Intel package matching your Windows version and architecture (x64/x86). Run setup as administrator, temporarily disable antivirus, and remove older Intel PROSet/I350 drivers first. If setup still fails, update manually via Device Manager > Network adapters > Cisco 1GigE I350 LOM > Update driver > Browse.
• Device not detected: Confirm the onboard LOM is enabled in BIOS/UEFI (Integrated NIC/Onboard LAN). Check Device Manager for unknown devices, and verify the server riser/slot if applicable. Install chipset/management drivers if the LOM is not enumerating.
• Version conflicts or unstable link: Remove duplicate inbox/OEM I350 drivers, reboot, then install the Cisco-supported version. Avoid mixing generic Intel and Cisco packages. Verify BIOS/firmware and set link speed/duplex to Auto.