ethernet adaptor

[trish432]

My computer needs to go in for repair, I have borrowed one to use in the meantime. The problem is there is no ethernet port on the tower and I have ethernet connection. Could someone please tell me if this will work.

Mini USB 2.0 Ethernet Adapter
Model No: MU2ETH|Manufacturer: N/A|Product no: 65

This adapter simply plugs in to the USB port to let your PC connect to your cable or DSL modem using RJ45. It also allows you to connect to any network(s) .
Or would there need to be something installed in the computer as well?

[rojash]

That will do the trick, no problem (assuming, of course that there's a free USB port on the machine).

[trish432]

Thanks rojash, I thought it would be ok, but wanted to be sure as I don`t want to waste the money. It will be worth it to me as I`m gonna need it for 3 or 4 weeks. You have a point with the usb ports, there are only 2, but if I buy the adaptor I can get a usb adaptor wih 4 on for 99p

[vehelpfulguy]

If the PC you have borrowed does not have a networking port you may find that the networking software may not have been installed when Windows was installled (it is part of Windows).

After conecting the USB adaptor it may prompt you to install the networking software, or you may have to do it yourself afterwards.

To do this you MAY need the Windows CD.

[ACtheTROLL]

If you were feeling adventurous you could install a "propper" ethernet crd ... but it does mean opening the box. A card would only cost �3.99.

If you have XP you won't need the CD - if drivers are required they will be included.

if it's 98 there is a good chance that the correct drivers won't be on the win CD anyhow.
Whether you buy a card ... or USB dongle (easiest option) in this case make sure that the box includes Win98 drivers ... or that they can be easily downloaded

[trish432]

Thanks everyone, it`s XP so should be ok then.