September 27th, 2017, 01:44 AM
Nope, I don't think so. Network controller would be a wifi or Ethernet adapter. The Ethernet is already installed.
But of course, you'd want to install the chipset drivers anyway.
September 26th, 2017, 06:12 PM
Apparently, this is an issue with that model:
http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/laptop/f/3518/t/19497432
Try Fn+F3 to turn on the wireless connection.
September 26th, 2017, 02:52 PM
If you don't see a physical switch for BT, there may be a key combination with the Function keys.
September 26th, 2017, 06:53 AM
You still didn't say if you have 32 or 64 bit Windows 8. That makes a difference.
It looks like the Ethernet driver was installed (Realtek).
I see 2 wireless drivers on the support site. Did...
September 25th, 2017, 05:49 PM
Thanks, Photolady. I was thinking the same thing.
I think you mean Inspiron 3521
http://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/04/product-support/product/inspiron-15-3521/drivers
Is it 32 or 64...
September 25th, 2017, 02:45 PM
Is this the same computer from this thread?
http://discussions.virtualdr.com/showthread.php?273751-Media-Fail
September 24th, 2017, 11:04 PM
That's not the model number. It would be more like Inspiron 15R 5537. Details help.
What OS did the laptop come with and which OS are you trying to install? It sounds like you are trying to change...
