how do i install my ethernet controller?

superkame · 22-09-2009, 08:08

Hi I recently reinstalled my computer only to find the Internet not working. I need to install drivers for my ethernet controller. I think I need a disc that came with the device. I haven't found the disc so I was wondering if there's another way of solving the problem?

Raistlin · 22-09-2009, 09:10

Yep, you need to know the manufacturer and model of the device - once you have that information you should be able to download the drivers from their site.

superkame · 22-09-2009, 09:37

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Originally Posted by Rob M

Yep, you need to know the manufacturer and model of the device - once you have that information you should be able to download the drivers from their site.

It's the blue ethernet cable supplied by Virgin Media. It connects my pc to the black ntl modem box. I figured it would come with a CD. Are you saying that I would need to find out the manufacturer which is ntl and the model number which should be on the modem box, right?

Raistlin · 22-09-2009, 09:43

No, I mean the card INSIDE your computer/laptop.

The 'Ethernet Controller' will be inside your machine, part of your computer/laptops, and doesn't relate to the modem or cable which NTL supplied.

superkame · 22-09-2009, 09:52

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Originally Posted by Rob M

No, I mean the card INSIDE your computer/laptop.

The 'Ethernet Controller' will be inside your machine, part of your computer/laptops, and doesn't relate to the modem or cable which NTL supplied.

I will let you know as soon as I have a look

thanks

22-09-2009, 10:00

seeing as we have had quite a discussion on what your motherboard is as long as we are talking about the same machine the drivers are here under lan

http://www.asrock.com/mb/download.as...ual-VSTA&s=775

Raistlin · 22-09-2009, 10:33

Nice one zing, didn't know about the previous discussions - good spot

superkame · 22-09-2009, 11:06

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Originally Posted by zing

seeing as we have had quite a discussion on what your motherboard is as long as we are talking about the same machine the drivers are here under lan

http://www.asrock.com/mb/download.as...ual-VSTA&s=775

No, its not that computer it's another one. I will let you know the manufacturer and Model number as soon as I open it.

22-09-2009, 11:11

you can use everest. Are you taking on other peoples machines?

superkame · 22-09-2009, 12:12

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Originally Posted by zing

you can use everest. Are you taking on other peoples machines?

In a way yes. I have the Manufacturer's make and model number:

Manufacturer:
Tri Gem Computer, inc

Chipset:
i845GE

Model:
Imperial

Hopefully that helps!

22-09-2009, 12:14

getting paid for it?

Kymmy · 22-09-2009, 12:20

Might not be the latest, but will get you up and running

http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Deta...d=757&lang=eng

superkame · 22-09-2009, 13:04

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Originally Posted by zing

getting paid for it?

No its my step brothers, well fostered.

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Originally Posted by Kymmy

Might not be the latest, but will get you up and running

http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Deta...d=757&lang=eng

How do I download this file and save it so I can install it on my brothers pc??

22-09-2009, 13:06

download it then copy it to a usb flash drive or cd

Kymmy · 22-09-2009, 13:09

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Originally Posted by superkame

How do I download this file and save it so I can install it on my brothers pc??

Sorry but that's a bit like asking how long is a piece of string without showing us the string!!!