Lenovo Thinkpad T440, User Manual

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3. Click Update Driver Software , and then follow the instructions on the screen.
– The switch port and the adapter have the same duplex setting.
If you configured the adapter for full duplex, make sure that the switch port also is configured for full
duplex. Setting 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.
• Problem : The adapter stops working for no apparent reason.
Solution : The network driver files might be corrupt or missing. Update the driver by referring to the
previous solution for the procedure to make sure that the correct device driver is installed.
• Problem : My computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and I use a speed of 1000 Mbps, but the connection
fails or errors occur.
Solution :
– Use Category 5 wiring and make sure that the network cable is securely connected.
– Connect to a 1000 BASE-T hub/switch (not 1000 BASE-X).
• Problem : The Wake On LAN feature is not working.
Solution : Ensure that Wake On LAN is enabled in ThinkPad Setup. If it is, check with your LAN
administrator for the necessary settings.
• Problem : My computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, but the computer cannot connect to the network at
1000 Mbps. Instead, it connects at 100 Mbps.
Solution :
– Try another cable.
– Make sure that the link partner is set to auto-negotiate.
– Make sure that the switch is 802.3ab-compliant (gigabit over copper).
A wireless LAN problem
Problem : I cannot connect to the network using the built-in wireless network card.
Solution : Make sure that:
• Your wireless LAN driver is the latest version.
• Your computer is within range of a wireless access point.
• The wireless radio is enabled.
Note: If you are using the Windows 7 operating system, click Show hidden icons on the taskbar. The
Access Connections icon is displayed. For more information about the icon, refer to the Access Connections
help information system.
For the Windows 7 operating system, check the Network Name (SSID) and your encryption information. Use
the Access Connections program to verify this case-sensitive information.
A wireless WAN problem
Problem : A message is displayed indicating that an unauthorized WAN card is installed.
Solution : The WAN card is not supported on this computer. Remove the WAN card.
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