MIssing my network controller driver after re-installed windows 7 Jump to solution Hi, I hope someone can find a solution to this problem, I have to re-installed windows 7 on my DELL Xps 17 due to a problem with Mcafee Software. An ethernet controller, also called a network adapter, allows the computer to connect to a network. If you happen to have lost the software disc, you can still obtain another copy of your ethernet controller driver from its manufacturer's website or other download websites.

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A computer or laptop Ethernet controller allows you to make a wired connection to a computer network. This provides access to the network programs and resources, including a high-speed Internet connection. If you reinstalled your operating system, installed a new Ethernet controller or need to troubleshoot an existing Ethernet controller, you must download and install the proper drivers from the manufacturer’s website. Before you can do this, you must determine the Ethernet controller’s model.

1.

Click the Start button and type “Device Manager” in the search box.

2.

Click “Device Manager” from the search results to launch the Device Manager utility.

3.

Click the arrow next to “Network Adaptors” and record the Ethernet controller model information.

4.

Launch your Internet browser and navigate to the Ethernet controller manufacturer’s website.

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5.

Navigate to the drivers section of the website. This will be different for each website, but is usually located under “Drivers,” “Downloads” or “Support.” You can also select the “Products” section and navigate to the Ethernet controller section.

6.

Type in your Ethernet controller model when prompted. Sometimes, you may need to select model from a drop-down menu or list of links.

7.

Navigate to the “Downloads” or “Drivers” section on the Ethernet controller information page, if needed.

8.

Save the driver file to your computer. Typically, this will be an '.exe' file that allows you to double-click to install.

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