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Verifying the Driver Installation in Windows
To verify your Ethernet adapter installation, select
Control Panel
>
System
>
(
Hardware
) >
Device Manager
. In the
Network adapters
group, a string similar to
USB2.0 to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
should be displayed.
If there is a question or exclamation mark next to that item, then the driver is not
properly installed. Please delete the item and repeat the installation steps.
*The example screenshot is taken from Windows XP.
Connecting to a Network
Now you can connect your network to the device’s LAN port. The LAN port
supports Auto-MDIX feature. It eliminates the need to use crossover cables.
Upon your connection, a message pops up in the notification area indicating your
connection speed.
The adapter’s AutoSense feature can automatically detect the network's maximum
line speed. To have a 1000Mbps connection, your network device (e.g., switch,
router or DSL modem) must also support 1000Mbps.