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    A windows update that totally disables internet/networking on M860TU

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by vestibule1443, Dec 23, 2008.

  1. vestibule1443

    vestibule1443 Notebook Evangelist

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    I think i've narrowed it down to this update


    "Realtek - Network - Realtek RTL8168C(P)/8111C(P) Family PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet NIC (NDIS 6.0)

    Download size: 111 KB

    You may need to restart your computer for this update to take effect.

    Update type: Optional

    Realtek Network software update released in July, 2008

    More information:
    http://winqual.microsoft.com/support/?driverid=20207601

    Help and Support:
    http://support.microsoft.com/select/?target=hub"



    ive had to use system restore now on 3 different occasions after this was installed (again im pretty sure but not positive its this update since its related to the network card). How can i tell windows to NOT install this update permanently??

    What happens is internet connection becomes local only and explorer will freeze when you try to access the controls via the icon in the tray. using start > network no adapters show up whatsoever.
     
  2. livesoft

    livesoft BUSTED

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    Windows Update > View available updates > Right-click on your update > Hide update. For my part, I never installed it.
     
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    Audigy Notebook Evangelist

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