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    Damaged Ethernet Adapter

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by mortalcombat, Dec 5, 2009.

  1. mortalcombat

    mortalcombat Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys when i plug my ethernet cable it doesnt connect to the internet... I think my port is broken.. I have one copper line missing

    Can I repair it myself or do I have to change the adapter? and will i be able to change it myself?
     
    mortalcombat, Dec 5, 2009
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  2. Gophn

    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    unfortunately, the ethernet port and modem port are integrated onto the motherboard.

    so if you are daring, you can try to replace the copper, but it might be easier to just get a USB ethernet adapter, or ExpressCard ethernet card.
     
    Gophn, Dec 6, 2009
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