PCI\VEN_10EC&DEV_8852

Wi-Fi driver

PCI\VEN_10EC&DEV_8852 is the Realtek Semiconductor Co., Ltd. RTL8852AE 802.11ax PCIe Wireless Network Adapter, a Wi-Fi device. Without its driver Windows shows a Network Controller with a yellow mark and no wireless networks. Get it from Windows Update or your PC maker first; the chip maker's own package is on intel.com.

Download from intel.comFull guide: Fix Network Controller driver

Device details

Hardware IDPCI\VEN_10EC&DEV_8852
Device nameRTL8852AE 802.11ax PCIe Wireless Network Adapter
MakerRealtek Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (PCI vendor ID 10EC)
Device typeWi-Fi
Driver guideFix Network Controller driver
Latest official packageIntel Wireless Wi-Fi driver 24.80.0, October 20, 2026

How to install the driver for RTL8852AE 802.11ax PCIe Wireless Network Adapter

  1. Confirm the ID. In Device Manager, right-click the device, open Properties, then Details, and pick Hardware Ids. The first line should start with PCI\VEN_10EC&DEV_8852.
  2. Try Windows Update. Settings, Windows Update, Advanced options, Optional updates. Wireless drivers are often offered here.
  3. Check your PC maker. Enter your model or serial number on its support site and look under Networking or Wireless.
  4. Use the chip maker's package. Intel Wireless Wi-Fi driver on intel.com. Our fix network controller driver guide explains which package fits.
  5. Restart and check. Open the Wi-Fi list in the taskbar and connect to your network.

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