Ethernet Adapter Troubles/Onboard Mobo Troubles :(

HackDotSlash

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Oct 28, 2004
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Hiya guys,

I got this Netgear FA311 Fast Ethernet Adapter, but it always crashes my PC when i try to dl/ul more then like 3 torrent files. I figured that it's because it's too old and it's time i retired it and move up and i was looking for any suggestions on a good replacement.
BTW I also have an onboard on with my mobo (K8N Neo2 Platinum), but i never managed to get it to work, whenever i plug it in the back where i plug it in lights up, but the computer can't seem to detect the connection. I never bothered trying to get it to work since i just used my old network card...but now advice on that would be appreciated too. :)

Thanks!
 

amdskip

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Jan 6, 2001
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You onboard nic is probably disabled in your bios. I would just purchase whatever is on sale for free after rebate, etc. for a nic as long as it is semi namebrand.
 

Rottie

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Feb 10, 2002
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install the latest driver for your onboard ethernet controller.