Posted June 2, 2020 Hi, I’m setting up my pc which has a clean copy of Windows 10 on it. I just booted up windows 10, but I can’t connect to the internet. I was wondering how I switch from Ethernet to wireless? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 So your ethernet cable doesn't work? You can unplug it and it should detect you have wireless. If your laptop has a physical switch to turn on/off the wifi make sure that's on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 If you did a clean install of Windows you'll need to install the drivers most likely Current Network Layout: Current Build Log/PC: Prior Build Log/PC: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Most PCs don't have built-in wifi adapters... You might have to use another device with internet connection to download the right driver for your ethernet adapter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Author 1 minute ago, RageTester said: Most PCs don't have built-in wifi adapters... You might have to use another device with internet connection to download the right driver for your ethernet adapter... Hi, I should’ve clarified in the post that I’m not the best with computers and the wording and stuff. So to clarify here, I have a gaming pc that I built myself, the motherboard is a z390 Aorus elite. I think it has wireless capabilities, but when I try installing the first available driver from this website “https://downloadcenter.intel.com/download/29520/Windows-10-Wi-Fi-Drivers-for-Intel-Wireless-Adapters” it doesn’t seem to do anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Author 15 minutes ago, NinJake said: So your ethernet cable doesn't work? You can unplug it and it should detect you have wireless. If your laptop has a physical switch to turn on/off the wifi make sure that's on. I don’t have an Ethernet cable that runs to my office, and my WiFi router is in the front room of my house, so I’m pretty far from it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 win + R devmgmt.msc Check for real name of your hardware in the Network adapters... If you don't have built-in wifi, buy USB adapter or for wired high speed solution buy a network switch and route ethernet cables through the house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Author 3 minutes ago, RageTester said: win + R devmgmt.msc Check for real name of your hardware in the Network adapters... If you don't have built-in wifi, buy USB adapter or for wired high speed solution buy a network switch and route ethernet cables through the house. It just says “Intel(R) Ethernet Connection (7) 1219-V”. The hardware Id is “PCl\VEN_8086&DEV_15BC&SUBSYS_E0001458&REV_10” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 3 minutes ago, Rogg3131 said: It just says “Intel(R) Ethernet Connection (7) 1219-V”. The hardware Id is “PCl\VEN_8086&DEV_15BC&SUBSYS_E0001458&REV_10” Well I am sorry to say, but you don't have built-in wi-fi... You can add PCI-e adapter inside the case or use external USB one that might have better signal, but being limited to those USB speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Author 5 minutes ago, RageTester said: Well I am sorry to say, but you don't have built-in wi-fi... You can add PCI-e adapter inside the case or use external USB one that might have better signal, but being limited to those USB speeds. damn, alright thanks for the help man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 2, 2020 Author 9 minutes ago, RageTester said: Well I am sorry to say, but you don't have built-in wi-fi... You can add PCI-e adapter inside the case or use external USB one that might have better signal, but being limited to those USB speeds. Actually, do you have any recommendations for a pcle adapter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 6 hours ago, Rogg3131 said: It just says “Intel(R) Ethernet Connection (7) 1219-V”. The hardware Id is “PCl\VEN_8086&DEV_15BC&SUBSYS_E0001458&REV_10” The is the hardware ID of an Ethernet card. You can share a screenshot of your device manager by expanding to 'Other Devices' to get the better Idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 -> Moved to Networking *** You can check if mobo has wifi or not from the specs https://www.gigabyte.com/fi/Motherboard/Z390-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10/sp#sp Usually wifi is only included in top of the line models and ITX models. ^^^^ That's my post ^^^^ <-- This is me --- That's your scrollbar --> vvvv Who's there? vvvv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 8 minutes ago, LogicalDrm said: -> Moved to Networking *** You can check if mobo has wifi or not from the specs https://www.gigabyte.com/fi/Motherboard/Z390-AORUS-ELITE-rev-10/sp#sp Usually wifi is only included in top of the line models and ITX models. Yes, you are right there is no onboard Wi-Fi in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 15 hours ago, Rogg3131 said: Actually, do you have any recommendations for a pcle adapter? https://www.amazon.com/FebSmart-Adapters-PCIe-Cards-PCIe-FS-N600-Basic/dp/B07JJFYG7J?th=1 This is what I currently have in my system. I really like this. Everyone, Creator - 初音ミク Hatsune Miku Google commercial. Cameras: Main: Canon 70D - Secondary: Panasonic GX85 - Spare: Samsung ST68. - Action cams: GoPro Hero+, Akaso EK7000pro Dead cameras: Nikion s4000, Canon XTi Pc's Spoiler Dell optiplex 5050 (main) - i5-6500- 20GB ram -500gb samsung 970 evo 500gb WD blue HDD - dvd r/w HP compaq 8300 prebuilt - Intel i5-3470 - 8GB ram - 500GB HDD - bluray drive old windows 7 gaming desktop - Intel i5 2400 - lenovo CIH61M V:1.0 - 4GB ram - 1TB HDD - dual DVD r/w main laptop acer e5 15 - Intel i3 7th gen - 16GB ram - 1TB HDD - dvd drive school laptop lenovo 300e chromebook 2nd gen - Intel celeron - 4GB ram - 32GB SSD audio mac- 2017 apple macbook air A1466 EMC 3178 Any questions? pm me. #Muricaparrotgang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 https://www.flipkart.com/d-link-dwa-131-usb-adapter/p/itmeggb9qgbjwgh5?pid=USBEGGB9RBFFATVX&lid=LSTUSBEGGB9RBFFATVXAZURSD&marketplace=FLIPKART&cmpid=content_usb-adaptor_8965229628_gmc I am using this one, and it works great for me but I am not a gamer. Maybe it lags while gaming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 4 minutes ago, Nishant Kumar said: https://www.flipkart.com/d-link-dwa-131-usb-adapter/p/itmeggb9qgbjwgh5?pid=USBEGGB9RBFFATVX&lid=LSTUSBEGGB9RBFFATVXAZURSD&marketplace=FLIPKART&cmpid=content_usb-adaptor_8965229628_gmc I am using this one, and it works great for me but I am not a gamer. Maybe it lags while gaming. I would not get USB wifi card because they crash on online games and don't like zoom ( this is what I experience) Everyone, Creator - 初音ミク Hatsune Miku Google commercial. Cameras: Main: Canon 70D - Secondary: Panasonic GX85 - Spare: Samsung ST68. - Action cams: GoPro Hero+, Akaso EK7000pro Dead cameras: Nikion s4000, Canon XTi Pc's Spoiler Dell optiplex 5050 (main) - i5-6500- 20GB ram -500gb samsung 970 evo 500gb WD blue HDD - dvd r/w HP compaq 8300 prebuilt - Intel i5-3470 - 8GB ram - 500GB HDD - bluray drive old windows 7 gaming desktop - Intel i5 2400 - lenovo CIH61M V:1.0 - 4GB ram - 1TB HDD - dual DVD r/w main laptop acer e5 15 - Intel i3 7th gen - 16GB ram - 1TB HDD - dvd drive school laptop lenovo 300e chromebook 2nd gen - Intel celeron - 4GB ram - 32GB SSD audio mac- 2017 apple macbook air A1466 EMC 3178 Any questions? pm me. #Muricaparrotgang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posted June 3, 2020 Thanks @sub68for sharing your experience with us. I'll keep it in mind when I become a gamer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now