Reinstalling LAN Drivers
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Send to PhoneWhether you're experiencing connectivity issues or just doing some routine maintenance, reinstalling your LAN (Local Area Network) drivers can be a crucial step to resolving your issues. LAN drivers are software that allow your operating system to communicate with your network hardware. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
Why Reinstall LAN Drivers?
Reinstalling LAN drivers can solve a variety of issues:
- Connectivity Problems: If you're experiencing intermittent or no internet connection, outdated or corrupted drivers could be the culprit.
- Performance Boost: Updated drivers often come with performance improvements and bug fixes.
- Hardware Changes: If you've recently upgraded your network hardware or changed your motherboard, new drivers ensure compatibility.
Steps to Reinstall LAN Drivers
Identify Your Motherboard Model
- Check Manual: If you have the manual or box that came with your motherboard, the model number is usually printed there.
- System Information Tool: On Windows, you can press Win + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter. Look for the "System Model" entry under "System Summary."
- Physical Inspection: Sometimes, the model number is printed directly on the motherboard.
- Brand revision #: Some board brands such as Gigabyte have the revision number in the bottom left-hand side near the screw hole.
Identify Your Motherboard Model
- Check Manual: If you have the manual or box that came with your motherboard, the model number is usually printed there.
- System Information Tool: On Windows, you can press Win + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter. Look for the "System Model" entry under "System Summary."
- Physical Inspection: Sometimes, the model number is printed directly on the motherboard.
- Brand revision #: Some board brands such as Gigabyte have the revision number in the bottom left-hand side near the screw hole.
Visit the Manufacturer’s Website
- Open Your Browser: Navigate to the official website of your motherboard’s manufacturer (e.g., ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte).
- Support Section: Look for a section typically labeled "Support" or "Downloads."
- Enter Model Number: Use the search bar to enter your motherboard model number.
Visit the Manufacturer’s Website
- Open Your Browser: Navigate to the official website of your motherboard’s manufacturer (e.g., ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte).
- Support Section: Look for a section typically labeled "Support" or "Downloads."
- Enter Model Number: Use the search bar to enter your motherboard model number.
Download the Latest LAN Drivers
- Find LAN Drivers: Locate the section for LAN drivers or network drivers. They might be listed under the operating system you are using.
- Download: Click the download link and save the driver installation file to your computer.
Download the Latest LAN Drivers
- Find LAN Drivers: Locate the section for LAN drivers or network drivers. They might be listed under the operating system you are using.
- Download: Click the download link and save the driver installation file to your computer.
Uninstall Existing LAN Drivers (Optional but Recommended)
Uninstall Existing LAN Drivers (Optional but Recommended)
Install the New LAN Drivers
- Run the Installer: Navigate to where you saved the downloaded driver file and double-click it to start the installation process.
- Follow Instructions: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Restart Your Computer: Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure changes take effect.
Install the New LAN Drivers
- Run the Installer: Navigate to where you saved the downloaded driver file and double-click it to start the installation process.
- Follow Instructions: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Restart Your Computer: Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure changes take effect.
Verify Installation
- Device Manager: Open Device Manager again and ensure the LAN adapter is listed without any yellow warning icons.
- Test Connection: Try connecting to the internet or your network to confirm the issue is resolved.
Verify Installation
- Device Manager: Open Device Manager again and ensure the LAN adapter is listed without any yellow warning icons.
- Test Connection: Try connecting to the internet or your network to confirm the issue is resolved.
Tips and Troubleshooting
- Backup Drivers: Before uninstalling old drivers, it’s a good idea to create a backup or a system restore point.
- Compatibility: Ensure you download drivers compatible with your specific operating system version.
What's Next?
That should hopefully resolve your internet connectivity issues. We also recommend to attempt further troubleshooting with the following guide:
- How to Perform a Power Cycle (Easy)
If you need further assistance or have any questions, feel free to reach out for additional support - we're always happy to help!
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