There is an option in Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller, Auto Disable Gigabit, to save energy. If enabled, your system will detect when the network is idle and turn off ethernet functionality.

Realtek Semiconductor Corp. (Taiwan Stock Exchange: 2379.TW), one of the world's leading network and multimedia IC providers, launched the world's first multi-port USB4 hub controller (RTS5490 ...

VMWare suggested that they currently don't recommend using USB3.0 peripherals with Windows builds. Sadly knocking the USB controller down to 2.0 has not resolved anything.

Realtek RTL8153 USB 3.0 Gigabit Ethernet Driver for Windows 10, 8.1, 7, Vista and XP, includes UI package and Driver. The Realtek RTL8153 in filed under Network Interface Controller 10/100/1000M ...

Realtek has unveiled the world's first fully certified USB4 hub controller chip with integrated USB Type-C/Power Delivery functionality, recognized by the USB-IF.

Realtek's RTS5490 boasts a revolutionary speed upgrade, increasing the bandwidth from USB 3.2's 20Gbps to USB4's 40Gbps. It integrates protocols such as USB 3.2, USB-C, USB PD, PCIe, and DisplayPort ...