Connection issues persist despite using an Ethernet cable.
Connection issues persist despite using an Ethernet cable.
I set up a fresh system and started using my old HDD for booting, but it won’t let me access my pin or connect to the internet. The issue is that the PC is already online through Ethernet, yet it doesn’t recognize it. It’s running SPEC Asus Rog Strix B760-F WiFi Etc 3060ti DDR5 Corshair Vengeance 32G I5 12400F SF850L Corshair PSU.
Based on the screenshot, it appears you're connecting via Wi-Fi attention for internet access instead of a direct cable connection. Do you currently have a direct internet link available, or are you relying on Wi-Fi due to limited options?
It's not a good idea to reuse an existing system on another machine. Install a brand-new Windows version for that fresh computer. Likely, your network drivers don't work well with the new hardware, and Windows needs to reach the internet to resolve the problem—something it clearly can't do.
Windows now gives priority to Wi-Fi because that's where we are currently. You need to disable Wi-Fi so the system recognizes you don’t want it active. This change is part of Windows' new ICS feature, which allows Internet connections to be shared directly from Wi-Fi to an Ethernet port. It functions well when used regularly. The updated network settings in the adapter properties and sharing section prevent the usual bridging method, making the connection behave differently.
The previous operating system might attempt to restore itself during the new build, making it permanently inaccessible. It also lacks the TPM chip present on modern systems, which holds Windows Hello credentials—so logging in becomes impossible even if you know the PIN. This approach is risky; putting an old OS into a new setup is generally not advisable and poses a higher threat to your data than expected. Possible workaround: Remove the old drive from the computer, install a fresh Windows copy elsewhere on a different drive, reconnect it after booting, and force a boot to the new installation. Ensure you avoid booting the old drive to prevent potential corruption of the new system. Securely erase the old drive beforehand.