Creating An Ethernet Network; Installing Ethernet Cards And Drivers - Gateway Computer User Manual

Tips & Tricks
Determining if wired Ethernet is already installed on your computers
To determine if wired Ethernet is already installed on your computer:
1
Click , then click
Start
Panel is in Category View, click
2
Click/Double-click
Manager window opens.
3
Click the plus (+) in front of
your computer is listed. If one is not listed, you must install one.

Creating an Ethernet network

Installing Ethernet cards and drivers

After you have determined the type of Ethernet you are using for your network, you need
to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that do not have Ethernet already
installed. To order wired or wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the Accessories Store
at accessories.gateway.com.
Use the documentation that comes with your Ethernet cards for instructions on installing
the card and any required drivers.
When buying your router, be sure the model includes everything your
network needs, including:
Internet security features - such as a firewall to protect your network
■
from unwanted intruders
4-port switch - to eliminate the need for additional network hardware
■
DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment - to automatically
■
configure network and IP addresses
. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control
Control Panel
Performance and Maintenance
, click the
System Hardware
Network adapters
www.gateway.com
Creating an Ethernet network
.
tab, then click
Device Manager
. The wired Ethernet device installed in
. The Device
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