The link light on NIC (Network Interface Card) represents the connection status between the NIC and the network. When the link light is active or blinking, it indicates that there is a connection established and data is being transmitted or received. If the link light is off, it suggests there is no connection or a connectivity issue.
it is called the link light it is called the link light it is called the link light
nic work on data link layer which is layer 2
The NIC operates on Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) of the OSI Model.
bridges, Switches and NIC..
The light indicates connectivity to the network. Light not lit - no connection to the network. The light will flash when there is connectivity.
NIC's can perform in the Data Link Layer of the OSI model. However, they can also perform services in the Physical Layer.(Network+ Guide to Networking Answer)Physical and Data Link layers
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The router doesn't really care so long as the NIC is capable of performing it's job properly.
Data Link Layer...
The presence of of a link light indicates that the transmit and receive pairs are properly aligned and the connected devices are communicating.
you configure by looking at your rear and you might find the light blinking on your NIC!