Windows 7 Ethernet Systray ICON

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Update Network Drivers:
   • Ensure that your network drivers are up to date. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause connectivity issues. You can update your drivers through the Device Manager.
   []Restart Network Services:
   • Restarting network services can often resolve connectivity issues. You can do this by running a few commands in Command Prompt.
     • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run these commands:
       Code:

        ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew

   []Check Network Adapter Settings:
   • Verify that your LAN adapter settings are configured correctly.
     • Right-click on the network icon in the system tray, select "Open Network & Internet settings," then go to "Change adapter options" to check the settings for your LAN connection.
   []Reset Network Configuration:
   • You can reset the network configuration to default settings.
     • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run this command:
       Code:

        netsh int ip reset

   []Reset System Tray Icons:
   • Sometimes, the system tray icons can get out of sync. You can reset the system tray icons using the following steps:
     • Download and run the Microsoft official tool called "Microsoft Easy Fix."
     • Search for "Fix problems with network icon" on the Microsoft website and follow the instructions.
2. Check Group Policy Settings:
   • Group Policy settings might affect network connections and their visibility in the system tray. Check if there are any policies that could be causing this issue. After trying these steps, check if the LAN connection icon now shows as connected in the system tray. If the issue persists, you may need to further investigate network configuration settings or seek assistance from your laptop manufacturer's support.