Intel Management Engine Interface Driver
The Management Engine interface driver connects Windows to a small typically-on subsystem on Intel platforms that handles power management and certain platform features. It is a companion to the chipset naming file and is frequently required alongside it for stable sleep and resume. Install it from the same source as the chipset package, matched to your board or system, rather than as a standalone afterthought.
Family profile
- Reference coverage
- 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package
- Hardware category
- Motherboard Chipset
- Manufacturer
- Intel
- Related families listed
- 13 in this category, 22 elsewhere from Intel
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Intel Management Engine Interface Driver at a glance
| Detail | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Platform | Intel platforms with a Management Engine subsystem |
| Where the driver comes from | Same source as the chipset INF |
| Installs | The interface to the typically-on subsystem |
| Companion drivers | Pairs with the chipset naming file |
| Install order | Alongside or just after the chipset INF |
| First thing that breaks | Sleep and resume without this interface |
How to tell this is what you have
- Appears as a Management Engine interface entry in Device Manager
- Companion to the Intel chipset INF on Intel platforms
- Linked to power management and platform stability
Worth knowing: Often required alongside the chipset INF on Intel platforms.
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Intel: Explains the INF utility's identification role and limits; match the supported platform before selecting a package.
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Other motherboard chipset families to compare
Intel Management Engine Interface Driver next to the other 13 families in this category
| Family | Manufacturer | Reference coverage | How you recognize it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Management Engine Interface Driver (this page) | Intel | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Appears as a Management Engine interface entry in Device Manager |
| AMD Chipset Software (Ryzen Platforms) | AMD | 10/11 only as listed in the release notes | AMD Ryzen platform supported by the selected package release |
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper Chipset Package | AMD | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Applies to AMD Threadripper workstation and high-end desktop boards |
| Intel Chipset Device Software (INF Update Utility) | Intel | 10 and 11 x64 where the package lists the chipset | Intel chipset product listed for the selected package |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology (RST) Driver | Intel | 10/11 x64 only where the selected RST package lists support | Intel platform and controller listed in the selected RST package |
| ASUS Motherboard Chipset Drivers | ASUS | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Listed under a specific ASUS board model and revision |
| Gigabyte Motherboard Chipset Drivers | Gigabyte | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Listed under a specific Gigabyte board model and revision |
| MSI Motherboard Chipset Drivers | MSI | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Listed under a specific MSI board model |
| ASRock Motherboard Chipset Drivers | ASRock | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Listed under a specific ASRock board model and revision |
| Dell System Chipset Drivers (OEM Desktops and Laptops) | Dell | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Looked up by Dell service tag on the chassis |
| Lenovo System Chipset Drivers (OEM Systems) | Lenovo | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Looked up by Lenovo machine type on the unit's label |
| HP System Chipset Drivers (OEM Systems) | HP | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Looked up by HP product name or serial number |
| Acer System Chipset Drivers (OEM Systems) | Acer | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Looked up by Acer model name |
| Microsoft Surface Platform Drivers | Microsoft Surface | 10/11 only where listed for the exact platform package | Delivered inside the Surface driver and firmware pack for the model |
Other Intel families in the catalog
Intel hardware documented outside motherboard chipset
| Family | Category | Reference coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) | Audio & Sound | 10, 11 |
| Intel Display Audio (HDMI/DisplayPort) | Audio & Sound | 10, 11 |
| Intel Arc Graphics | Graphics & Video | 10/11 only where the current Intel package lists the GPU |
| Intel Iris Xe / UHD Graphics | Graphics & Video | 10/11 only where the selected package lists this GPU or PC model |
| Intel USB 3.x eXtensible Host Controller | USB & Thunderbolt | Modern 10/11 use the inbox xHCI driver; legacy packages vary |
| Intel Thunderbolt Controller and Software | USB & Thunderbolt | 10/11 only where listed for the exact controller or device package |
| Intel USB4 Connection Manager | USB & Thunderbolt | 11 on systems implementing native USB4 support |
| Intel Wi-Fi (Wireless Adapter Family) | Network & Wi-Fi | Varies by exact adapter, system or board model, package, and release; verify the official support page |
| Intel Ethernet Controllers | Network & Wi-Fi | Varies by exact adapter, system or board model, package, and release; verify the official support page |
| Killer Networking (via PC and board makers) | Network & Wi-Fi | Varies by exact adapter, system or board model, package, and release; verify the official support page |
12 further Intel families are listed on the Intel manufacturer page.