The Ethernet connection, which may be called network interface adapter, Network Interface Card, or NIC, provides a
1Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector (A) on the back of the computer, and to the network router or LAN device.
NOTE: Your computer may not come with an Ethernet connector.
AEthernet connector
BEthernet indicator lights
2With the computer turned on, check the indicator lights (B) next to the Ethernet connector for the status:
ACTIVITY — Lit yellow during network data transfer activity
LINK — Lit green when there is a valid network connection
NOTE: Your Ethernet connector may have only one indicator light.
Connecting a ModemFor information on connecting to the Internet, see “Connecting to the Internet” in this guide.
10Getting Started (features vary by model)