3.1.3 Select and Install a Network Adapter
In this lab, your task is to complete the following:
In the Support Office:
Select and install the network interface card with the fastest speed to connect to the local network.
Select and install the corresponding cable and connect the computer to the local area network.
In the workstation's operating system, confirm that the workstation has a connection to the local network and the internet.

Complete this lab as follows:
1.Above the computer, select Motherboard to switch to the motherboard view of the computer.
2. On the Shelf, expand Network Adapters.
3.Drag the 1000BaseTX network adapter to a free PCIe slot on the computer.
4. Connect the computer to the network as follows:
a. Above the computer, select Back to switch to the back view of the computer.
b. On the Shelf, expand Cables.
c. Drag the Cat5e cable from the Shelf to the port on the 1000BaseTX network adapter.
d. In the Selected Component window, drag the other connector to the Ethernet port on the wall outlet.
5. Confirm that the computer is connected to the local network and the internet as follows:
a. Above the computer, select Front to switch to the front view of the computer.
b. Click the power button on the computer case to turn the computer on.
c. After the operating system loads, right-click the Network icon and select Open Network and Sharing Center.
d. The diagram should indicate an active connection to the network and the internet.
5. You can also confirm the speed of the connection by selecting Ethernet 2 in the Network and Sharing Center.