Yes, you can reset the network card. It is an important step in troubleshooting network issues. The process of resetting a network card can vary depending on the type of network card you have installed.
First, identify what type of network card you have installed in your computer. This can usually be done by accessing the Device Manager, which can be found in the Control Panel of your computer. Once you have identified the type of network card, you can then follow the appropriate steps to reset it.
If you have a wired network card, then the reset process is fairly simple. All you need to do is to physically remove and then re-insert the network card back into the PCI slot of your computer. This will reset the network card and you should be able to detect it in the Device Manager once it has been re-inserted.
If you have a wireless network card, then the reset process is a bit more complicated. First, you must go into the Wireless Network Connection (WNC) menu of your computer and make sure that the wireless connection is not enabled. Then, you must uninstall the existing wireless driver from the Device Manager. Once the driver has been uninstalled, you can reinstall the driver from either the manufacturer’s website or from the installation CD that came with the device.
Before you begin the reset process, make sure to write down any settings you may have saved with your current network card so that you won’t have to enter them all over again. Also, make sure to properly shut down your computer before starting the reset process.
After you have successfully reset the network card, you can now reconfigure it according to the settings you have written down. This will allow you to connect to the network and get online.
It is important to note that a network card reset is only a temporary fix for network issues. If the issue persists, it is best to contact a professional technician to help diagnose and fix the problem.