Network Card HELP

[speedbump]

I need to install a program, but it uses the computer's network card
for identification.
We only have dial up internet as high speed is not available in our
area, so the network card is not connected to any external device.
Windows tells me that the Local Area Connection is enabled but that the
network cable is unplugged.
When I try to install the program, it says that it is unable to detect
the network card and so it won't work.
I have a Compaq Presario running Windows XP Home.

Is there some configuration that will let me set the Network Card so
that it can be recognized, even though it is only connected to the
computer and nothing else?

If I add a Router will that work?

Any help is much appreciated.

Thanks. Speedbump

 

[Yves Leclerc]

It would help if you told use the program's name or manufacturer.

 

[Doug Sherman [MVP]]

Not sure what this software is looking for, but if you need a network
connection, then any live RJ45 port will do - router, switch, another
computer. An alternative that might be worth a try is the MS loopback
adapter - no connection required:

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/839013/en-us

Doug Sherman
MCSE, MCSA, MCP+I, MVP

 

[AJR]

Speedbump - As Yves suggests - what is the program? XP note that the network
cable is unplugged is normal when the computer is not in a network.
Have you verified via Control panel>System>Hardware>Device manager that the
card is listed and "OK"?

 

[speedbump]

Doug,
thanks for the information. The MS loopback adapter was just what I
needed.
It worked great and simple to do, which is a bonus for me.
Also thanks to everyone who replied to my call for help. Your efforts
are greatly appreciated.
Speedbump.

 

[Doug Sherman [MVP]]

Go get 'em, speedbump!

Doug Sherman
MCSE, MCSA, MCP+I, MVP