How Can I Tell If My Computer Has a NIC Card?
- 1). Click the Windows "Start" button. Click the "Control Panel" icon to open the Control Panel window.
- 2). Click the link labeled "Network and Internet." Click the icon labeled "Network and Sharing Center" and then click "Manage network connections." This opens a window that lists all your network cards, if you have any installed.
- 3). View the list of cards displayed. If you have a local network interface card that requires a hardwired connection, double-click the "Local Area Connection." If no cable is inserted, an "X" icon shows on the local network card.
- 4). View the list for any wireless network interface cards. Some laptops have both hardwired and wireless network cards. A "Wireless Network Connection" icon displays if you have a wireless network interface card.
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