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60NoMeuPau
Member
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02-22-2026, 04:56 AM
#1
Hello, I'm experiencing an issue with my internet connection. It doesn't function properly for up to six minutes after startup. During that time, the Ethernet interface appears in the task manager but disappears quickly, similar to what's shown in the attached video. I'm trying to figure out a solution. 432940117_25084660037816481_5929538400710078536_n.mp4
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60NoMeuPau
02-22-2026, 04:56 AM #1

Hello, I'm experiencing an issue with my internet connection. It doesn't function properly for up to six minutes after startup. During that time, the Ethernet interface appears in the task manager but disappears quickly, similar to what's shown in the attached video. I'm trying to figure out a solution. 432940117_25084660037816481_5929538400710078536_n.mp4

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Da_Shadows
Member
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02-22-2026, 06:28 AM
#2
Consider this a driver or hardware concern. First, download the latest Ethernet and WiFi drivers for your system. After confirming they're installed, open Device Manager, remove the existing Ethernet and WiFi drivers, and check the box to delete them as well. After uninstalling, reinstall the drivers you previously downloaded. If the problem persists and only affects the Ethernet port, a BIOS update might help. That covers the software side; if it still doesn't work, your Ethernet port could be damaged.
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Da_Shadows
02-22-2026, 06:28 AM #2

Consider this a driver or hardware concern. First, download the latest Ethernet and WiFi drivers for your system. After confirming they're installed, open Device Manager, remove the existing Ethernet and WiFi drivers, and check the box to delete them as well. After uninstalling, reinstall the drivers you previously downloaded. If the problem persists and only affects the Ethernet port, a BIOS update might help. That covers the software side; if it still doesn't work, your Ethernet port could be damaged.

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BlixionFyre
Member
59
02-24-2026, 03:30 PM
#3
Great suggestion. You might also test with a USB OS like Slax Linux to verify network functionality. This will help confirm if the issue lies with Windows or hardware.
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BlixionFyre
02-24-2026, 03:30 PM #3

Great suggestion. You might also test with a USB OS like Slax Linux to verify network functionality. This will help confirm if the issue lies with Windows or hardware.