PowerShell: Get Network Adapter Driver Version
Need to check the driver version of a network adapter - for troubleshooting connectivity issues or confirming a driver update installed correctly? This one-liner pulls it straight from the system.
Prerequisites:
- Privileges: None
- Module: Built-in, no import needed
Quick Command:
Get-NetAdapter | Select-Object Name, DriverVersionExample Output:
Name DriverVersion
---- -------------
Bluetooth Network Conn. 10.0.26100.8655
Wi-Fi 24.20.0.4
Ethernet 12.19.2.66📦
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How It Works:
- Get-NetAdapter returns every network adapter recognized by the system, alongside its currently installed driver version.
- DriverVersion shows the version number as reported by the manufacturer - useful for comparing against the latest available driver on the manufacturer's website, or confirming a recent driver update actually took effect.
Pro Tip:
Combine this with InterfaceDescription (from the manufacturer/model article) to get the exact chipset name alongside its driver version in one query:
Get-NetAdapter | Select-Object Name, InterfaceDescription, DriverVersion