How to Install a Remote Wireless Adapter on Windows 7

Are you trying to download and debug an OS image from Platform Builder using a USB connection, but struggling to get your remote wireless adapter up and running? Look no further! In this article, we'll walk you through the process of installing a remote network driver interface specification (RNDIS) driver on your Windows 7 computer.

The first step is to open the Device Manager. To do this, right-click on Computer and select Manage. Then, navigate to System Tools and click on Device Manager. In the Device Manager window, expand the Network Adapters section and look for Remote NDIS compatible device under the list of Network Adapter:.

Next, select Microsoft Corporation from the Manufacturer list and then choose Network adapters as RNDIS emulates a network connection. A window will pop up asking you to select the device type. Choose Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.

In the Browse for driver software on your computer window, choose Browse my computer for driver software. Then, right-click on it and select Update Driver Software. In the list, RNDIS Kitl should be visible with an exclamation mark indicating that the driver has not been installed yet.

The device will show a list of devices currently connected to the development PC. If the OS fails to find the driver, you may see a message prompting you to search for the driver again.

After the device is connected to the development PC, the OS will automatically search for the RNDIS driver. The following steps will help you install the RNDIS driver:

The RNDIS driver is a part of the Windows 7 operating system, but the OS fails to detect it automatically. This driver is required for devices using a USB connection for downloading and debugging of OS image from Platform Builder. The Remote Network Driver Interface Specification (RNDIS) is a Microsoft proprietary protocol.

By following these steps, you should be able to install your remote wireless adapter on Windows 7 and start downloading and debugging your OS image successfully.

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