Back Online — Replacing a Failed Network Card

Lab netplus-nic-swap · self-rendered simulation · pseudonymous submission

N10-009 · 1.5 N10-009 · 5.5 AP Networking · 2.3.B AP Networking · 3.3.C

Tinker Loft makerspace — Mezzanine front-desk PC

The desk PC MEZZ-DESK-04 dropped off the network this morning. You've confirmed the onboard adapter is dead. There's a parts bin of add-in cards and a free expansion slot. The Cat 5e drop to this desk is already run (~25 m). Get it back on the LAN and the internet.

Empty PCIe slot

Parts bin — pick a card to install

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