PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_550A
Ethernet Connection (18) I219-LM driver
PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_550A is the Intel Corporation Ethernet Connection (18) I219-LM, an Ethernet device. Without it the wired port shows as an Ethernet Controller under Other devices and the cable does nothing. Get it from Windows Update or your PC maker first; the chip maker's own package is on intel.com.
Device details
| Hardware ID | PCI\VEN_8086&DEV_550A |
|---|---|
| Device name | Ethernet Connection (18) I219-LM |
| Maker | Intel Corporation (PCI vendor ID 8086) |
| Device type | Ethernet |
| Driver guide | Fix Ethernet Controller driver |
| Latest official package | Intel Ethernet Adapter Complete Driver Pack 31.3, October 16, 2026 |
How to install the driver for Ethernet Connection (18) I219-LM
- 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_8086&DEV_550A. - Try Windows Update. Settings, Windows Update, Advanced options, Optional updates. Network drivers may appear here once another connection works, such as Wi-Fi or a phone hotspot.
- Check your PC maker. Enter your model or serial number on its support site and look under Networking or LAN.
- Use the chip maker's package. Intel Ethernet Adapter Complete Driver Pack on intel.com. Our fix ethernet controller driver guide explains which package fits.
- Restart and check. Plug in the cable and check that Windows shows a wired connection.
Other Intel ethernet IDs
VEN_8086&DEV_5044EP80579 Integrated Processor Gigabit Ethernet MACVEN_8086&DEV_5048EP80579 Integrated Processor Gigabit Ethernet MACVEN_8086&DEV_5502Ethernet Controller (2) I225-LMvPVEN_8086&DEV_5503Ethernet Controller I226-LMvPVEN_8086&DEV_550BEthernet Connection (18) I219-LMVEN_8086&DEV_550EEthernet Connection (20) I219-LMVEN_8086&DEV_550FEthernet Connection (20) I219-VVEN_8086&DEV_5510Ethernet Connection (21) I219-LM
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