No Network Adapter Listed When Using Internet Connection Sharing Wizard (253373)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
- Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
This article was previously published under Q253373 If this article does not describe your hardware-related issue, please see the following Microsoft Web site to view more articles about hardware: SYMPTOMS
When you try to establish Internet Connection Sharing by using a cable or DSL modem, you may not have the option to select the Ethernet card as the Internet Connection.
You may receive a prompt to install a Dial-Up Networking adapter, or choose one.
CAUSE
This issue can occur if the Windows-based computer has one network adapter installed. Because the cable or DSL modem acts as an Enthernet adapter, ICS uses that adapter for the network.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this issue, install a network adapter for the network.
STATUS
This is by design. To use Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) with a High Speed Connection (Enthernet, DSL, Cable modem, etc.), the computer needs to have an adapter for the private network (Intranet), and the public network (Internet). This requires at least two network adapters.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 7/13/2006 |
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| Keywords: | kbnetwork kbprb KB253373 |
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