You have an network card (sometimes called an Ethernet Card), but it is not installed in the computer. The installation steps below can be used for most models of PC's.
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Steps
- Installing Network Card
- First step is to read the users guide and familiarize yourself with the new card.
- Power down PC and remove the AC power cord.
- Open the computer case.
- Find an available Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) slot on the motherboard and remove slot insert if one exists.
- Carefully remove the network card from its static-proof plastic envelope, and slide it into the slot.
- Seat the card in the slot firmly with gentle pressure along the length of the card, especially right about the slot itself.
- Snugly, screw the card to the computer frame, but do not over tighten.
- Close the computer case.
- Plug your computer in and power it up.
- Follow this procedure to verify Windows XP recognizes the new card.
- Click Start, then click Control Panel.
- In Category View (vs. Classic View) click Performance and Maintenance.
- Click "System" icon at bottom of window.
- Click the Hardware tab.
- Click the Device Manager button.
- Double-click Network Adapters.
- Beneath it should appear the name of your Ethernet card.
- Next, double click the name of your Ethernet adapter.
- If the text in the "Device Status" box says "This device is working properly.", then you successfully installed the card and are finished.
- If the text in the "Device status" box doesn't say "This device is working properly.", then write down on a piece of paper what it says and continue with next step.
- Click the Troubleshoot. Button and follow instructions.
Warnings
- Wear an anti-static wrist band or touch the computer case to remove static electricity before continuing.
Sources and Citations
- Home Computer Maintenance.com
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