Ethernet Problems - Lenovo ThinkCentre M32 Hardware Maintenance Manual

If these actions do not correct the problem, your monitor might need service. See "Lenovo Support Web
site" on page 29 for details.

Ethernet problems

For Ethernet problems, select your symptom from the following list:
• "Your computer cannot connect to the network" on page 40
• "The adapter stops working for no apparent reason" on page 40
• "If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps, the connection fails
or errors occur" on page 40
• "If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps. Instead,
it connects at 100 Mbps" on page 41
Your computer cannot connect to the network
Symptom: Your computer cannot connect to the network.
Actions: Ensure that:
• The cable is installed properly.
The network cable must be securely connected to both the Ethernet connector of your computer and
the RJ45 connector of the hub. The maximum allowable distance from the computer to hub is 100
meters. If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists, try
a different cable.
• The cable is installed properly.
• The switch port and the adapter have the same duplex setting.
If you configured the adapter for full duplex, ensure that the switch port is also configured for full duplex.
Setting the wrong duplex mode can degrade performance, cause data loss, or result in lost connections.
• You have installed all networking software that is necessary for your network environment.
Check with your LAN administrator for the necessary networking software.
The adapter stops working for no apparent reason
Symptom: The adapter stops working for no apparent reason.
Action: The network driver files may be corrupt or missing. Update the driver by referring to the "Solution"
description for the procedure to ensure that the correct device driver is installed.
The Wake on LAN feature is not working
Symptom: The Wake on LAN (WOL) feature is not working.
Actions:
• Ensure that WOL is enabled in the BIOS Setup Utility program.
• If it is, check with your LAN administrator for the necessary settings.
If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps, the
connection fails or errors occur
Symptom: If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps, the connection
fails or errors occur.
Actions:
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