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Sure, I'm here to help with that. What's on your mind?
Thanks for checking in! It looks like you're setting up your first PC with Windows 8.1 and trying to get the network working. Your friend suggested avoiding the disk with m/b, so you should visit the manufacturer's site to install drivers properly. The issue with your Ethernet cable might be due to a connection problem—make sure it's securely plugged in and try a different port if possible. Let me know if you need more help!
That's due to the LAN drivers being stored on that disk. You must install the disk first, after which you can download the updated drivers. Alternatively, you could use a different PC to download the drivers onto a USB drive and then install them on your new system.
It seems like you're suggesting a two-step approach. First, use the LAN driver, then download the remaining files from the manufacturer's website to ensure you have the latest version. If you encounter any problems without a driver, installing one from the disk should resolve the issue.