In my previous mobo, the ethernet port's green and orange LEDs would always be lit. Even if the computer was powered off.
But i noticed that this new mobo doesn't do this. I connected the network cable, but LEDs won't turn on.
Is there something wrong?
Do you have an Ethernet network connection that is working in Windows?
There are a lot of variables to consider and some missing details. Are you sure this connection is active and should work? Are you sure the new port has LEDs? Is the port disabled in the BIOS? Do you have the drivers installed for the port?
Green LED shows a connection - Orange LED shows traffic...
So yes when a LAN is connected they should be on..
You will need a CPU to power on and boot the motherboard. If you have no CPU installed, you aren't going to be able to do anything.
The mobo actually turns on without the processor, all fans work, HDD works, DvD drive works... but the network LEDs don't.
I don't have the CPU yet, it will arrive next week, i'm unable to check the BIOS.
But could the lack of a processor be the culprit?
Oh well, Looks like i'll have no way to know until next week then.
Thanks everyone. :)
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