Bios Settings: If the adapter doesn't show up in Device Manager at all, check your BIOS/UEFI settings to ensure the onboard LAN or Wireless controller is enabled.
Click Next. Windows will look for the .inf file inside that folder and install the driver. Troubleshooting Common Issues If the installation fails, check the following:
If a driver is found, Windows will download and install it automatically. Restart your computer to apply the changes. Method 2: Using Device Manager how to install driver for network adapter
Find the Network adapters section and click the arrow to expand it.
If you have no internet access at all on the target computer, you will need to use a second computer and a USB flash drive. Bios Settings: If the adapter doesn't show up
Click Browse and select the folder where you extracted the driver files.
Run the installation file (usually an .exe) and follow the on-screen prompts. Restart your computer once the setup finishes. Method 4: Manual Installation via .inf Files If you have no internet access at all
Restart your computer. Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver from scratch upon rebooting. Method 3: Manual Installation from the Manufacturer