Realtek NetAdapter Driver - Windows 11 Service
Realtek NetAdapter Driver by Realtek.
This service exists in Windows 11 only.
Startup Type
| Windows 11 version | Home | Pro | Education | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21H2 | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| 22H2 | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| 23H2 | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| 24H2 | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
Default Properties
| Display name: | Realtek NetAdapter Driver |
| Service name: | rtcx21 |
| Type: | kernel |
| Path: | %WinDir%\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\rtcx21x64.inf_amd64_feec7a9662e785f0\rtcx21x64.sys |
| Error control: | normal |
Default Behavior
The Realtek NetAdapter Driver service is a kernel mode driver. If Realtek NetAdapter Driver fails to start, the error is logged. Windows 11 startup proceeds, but a message box is displayed informing you that the rtcx21 service has failed to start.
Restore Default Startup Type for Realtek NetAdapter Driver
Automated Restore
1. Select your Windows 11 edition and release, and then click on the Download button below.
2. Save the RestoreRealtekNetAdapterDriverWindows11.bat file to any folder on a local drive such as SSD or a hard disk.
3. Right-click the downloaded batch file and select Properties.
4. Check the Unblock checkbox and click OK.
5. Right-click the batch file again and select Run as administrator.
6. Restart the computer to save changes.
Note. Make sure that the rtcx21x64.sys file exists in the %WinDir%\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\rtcx21x64.inf_amd64_feec7a9662e785f0 folder. If this file is missing you can try to restore it from your Windows 11 installation media.