A network cable is not properly plugged in or may be broken

[phil bottle 9,752]

Dammit.

 

My desktop pc is Ethernet only and ever since a really fierce lightning storm over my house at the end of last week I've been unable to access the internet. But via Ethernet only. Wi-Fi on my laptop etc has no problem.

 

I thought it might be a problem with the router but I received a new one today and same problem.

 

I've tried three different Ethernet cables, including one brand new today.

 

I suspect this means I have an issue with my Ethernet port.

 

So my questions:

1. Do I need to replace motherboard?
2. Has anyone ever tried a USB netword adapter?
3. Should I just bite the bullet and get an wireless adapter?

I'm missing my big beautiful beast so any ideas, suggestions, insults all appreciated

 

 

[Diddums 4,346]

Sounds to me like the motherboard's popped. Connect the exact same cable to your laptop and see if that works, if it does, it's the mobo. 

 

If it's borked, a cheapo adapter like this will work fine.

[cyberninja2601 1,106]

Have you checked to make sure that you network adapter driver is operating properly? 

 

Might want to check that and re-install it before you change any hardware. 

[phil bottle 9,752]

Yeah, I've pored the internet and tried a few solutions but yes, a fried motherboard seems the only conclusion.

 

I've seen a pluggable USB Ethernet LAN network adapter for less than £20. May try that out.

 

Cheers.