Buying tips
Before getting started
How to determine the type of network card
Set Jumpers
Install into Expansion slot
Attach internal cables
Attach external cables
Software setup
If you have not already purchased a network card please see our network buying tips section help before continuing. Before getting started
How to determine the type of network card
Set Jumpers
Install into Expansion slot
Attach internal cables
Attach external cables
Software setup
- Additional information about how to determine the type of network card is in the computer can be found on Next Document
- Difficulty of installing a PC network card should be a 4 out of 5.
- Write down important information from the top or bottom of the card such as the Model Number, Serial Number and specifications.
- Ensure you are familiar with ESD and its potential dangers.
- When physically installing the Network Card, ensure the computer is powered down and unplugged.
Before installing the Network Card verify that the jumpers are properly set. Today, most computers allow for the Network Card to be setup and configured through software or Plug and Play. If available, it is recommended that this be used.
Today Network cards are cable of connecting into an ISA, PCI or CRN slot. Locate an available slot within the computer and gently push the card into the slot until it snaps and holds place. Once the card is in the slot, place a screw into the top of the card to hold the card into position.
Most network cards will not include cables but it is likely to find a Wake-On-LAN cable, which is used with advanced Network Cards to wake the computer when network activity is present. If cables are included with the Network Card and your computer supports these cables, install the cables now.
The Wake-On-LAN cable must also be a supported feature of the computer motherboard. The cable will connect to the Wake-On-LAN or similar connection on the motherboard. Consult the motherboard documentation or manufacturer for additional information if this is a supported feature or where the cable should be connected.
Once the network card has been physically installed into the computer, place the case back onto the computer and connect the keyboard, mouse, monitor and power to the computer (we recommend that you do not connect all the cables yet, if problems are experienced you may have to disconnect all the cables again).
Next, connect the Network cable to the back of the computer and then to the network outlet, hub, switch or router.
Once connected, turn the computer on and install the drivers for the Network card. If you do not have drivers for your network card or the network card drivers included appear not to work,
Once the Network card has been successfully installed, set the configuration values for the network card in the software. The method of configuring this may vary depending upon the type of network as well as its values; if this is a corporate or business computer and you are unsure of the network values, it is recommended you contact the network administrator for the values.
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