1. Computer problem? Tech Support Guy is completely free -- paid for by advertisers and donations. Click here to join today! If you're new to Tech Support Guy, we highly recommend that you visit our Guide for New Members.

Can't get XP to install my Ethernet driver

Discussion in 'Networking' started by inferlogic, Mar 28, 2008.

Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.
  1. inferlogic

    inferlogic Thread Starter

    Joined:
    Jul 22, 2004
    Messages:
    197
    Hi guys,
    I hope someone can help me. i am trying to sort my friends computer out and we had to do a clean install of windows on his hard drive. Its windows XP and for some reason it has not picked up the drivers for the ethernet card sound and video card! I have looked in device manager and can see a yellow exclamation mark and question mark next to them. i have tried to update driver but it won't install and I don't understand why! it keeps stating its recomended to look for an internet connection to download the driver but ofcourse the internet isn't working because we are installing the ethernet driver. How can I install this driver? Any help would be appriciated its a Dell Dimention 5150.

    Thanks for any help.
     
    inferlogic, Mar 28, 2008
    #1
  2. TerryNet

    TerryNet Moderator

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2005
    Messages:
    79,618
    First Name:
    Terry
    If you don't have the Dell Drivers CD then use another computer to download the correct chipset and networking and any other needed drivers from the Dell web site. Using your friend's Service Tag makes searching on Dell's site far easier. Copy the download(s) via removable media.
     
    TerryNet, Mar 28, 2008
    #2
As Seen On
As Seen On...

Welcome to Tech Support Guy!

Are you looking for the solution to your computer problem? Join our site today to ask your question. This site is completely free -- paid for by advertisers and donations.

If you're not already familiar with forums, watch our Welcome Guide to get started.

Join over 733,556 other people just like you!

Loading...
Similar Threads - Can't install Ethernet
  1. Evviitta

    Can't connect

    Evviitta, Feb 23, 2020 at 6:01 PM, in forum: Networking
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    168
    cwwozniak
    Feb 23, 2020 at 6:15 PM
  2. Ilovehornitos1971

    Can't connect to the Internet

    Ilovehornitos1971, Feb 22, 2020 at 1:14 AM, in forum: Networking
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    350
    Couriant
    Feb 24, 2020 at 2:22 PM
  3. moekassar

    Asus PCE-AC68 Can't pick up 5GHz wifi connection, Help!!!

    moekassar, Feb 6, 2020, in forum: Networking
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    467
    TerryNet
    Feb 12, 2020
  4. Ellimentary

    Windows 10 "can't connect to this network"

    Ellimentary, Dec 1, 2019, in forum: Networking
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    482
    TerryNet
    Dec 1, 2019
  5. Qman18

    Can't access media sever outside of home network (WAN)

    Qman18, Nov 30, 2019, in forum: Networking
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    445
    lunarlander
    Dec 1, 2019
Thread Status:
Not open for further replies.

Short URL to this thread: https://techguy.org/698042

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice