Do i need to install network drivers

Luker1759

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if i am going to be connecting to the internet via an Ethernet cable, do i need to install any drivers to be able to connect to the internet?
 
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The drivers would likely be part of the motherboard drivers then assuming you are using one of the newer motherboards that has a ethernet port. I would hope you installed these first thing when you built the machine since you generally need them for other feature built into the motherboard.
The drivers would likely be part of the motherboard drivers then assuming you are using one of the newer motherboards that has a ethernet port. I would hope you installed these first thing when you built the machine since you generally need them for other feature built into the motherboard.
 
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i havent actually built it yet, just making sure i know everything before i do build it. thankyou
 

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If you built your own you should also have a driver installation cd that came with your motherboard. It usually contains all of the drivers necessary to at least get all of the hardware up and running. That "should" get you to a point that you can connect to the net via your provider. Once you get to that point, then research and download all of the latest drivers, again usually from the motherboard and/or manufacturer's web site. Just make sure you download and install the correct drivers for the correct OS and hardware... If you purchased it pre-built, contact the person you purchased it from and complain loudly...
 

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thanks for the help