unidentified network when using ethernet cable

[stinto113]

I've recently built my first computer, however i am very frustrated as when I plug in my ethernet cable (I am using powerline adapters for this, they work on my ps4 completely fine) it says "unidentified network, no internet access", and when trouble shooting it said it was because I needed a valid ip configuration. This is really annoying me now, and any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

 

[dutty handz]

The error you are getting is because your NIC can't obtain its IP configurations from a valid DHCP server or because the manual settings applied are incorrect in relation to your network configuration.

1- Can you confirm with another computer with the same powerline adapter and cables in the same outlet that you can effectively obtain network connectivity ? If that test is unsuccessful, then probably the powerline adapter or your cable is faulty. Try changing cable and/or temporarily plugging in directly to your switch/router.
2- Can you confirm that your NIC drivers are properly installed and that the NIC is set to obtain its IP automatically (through DHCP) ? If not, go into your network adapter IPV4 configuration and set it to "Obtain an address automatically".
3- If both step 1 and 2 are successfull, then try to ping your computer network stack (open command prompt as admin, then ping 127.0.0.1). If that doesn't work, then you should consider to reinstall your NIC drivers and if still unsuccessful, you may have a faulty NIC interface 🙁