Modern laptops come with solid hinges that can hold the lid at any angle. If not, close it to the point where it can hold itself without collapsing.

If possible, leave the laptop screen fully open.

Several users have reported that not closing the laptop lid after docking the laptop has resolved the issue as they are able to use the Ethernet though Dell dock.This might solve the Dell Docking Station Ethernet not working issue. If you happen to fully close the laptop lid after docking the laptop, try to keep it partially open.

Connect the dock to your PC and check for improvements.

Close the Device Manager and restart the computer. D3100 Dell docking station ChronicUser C ChronicUser Guest 1 So I got my Fedora 22 as I finally decided to switch from Fedora 20 ( been using it forever, found it kinda hard to detach ) The problem is that I bought my new docking station for multiple monitors and it simply does not work.

Click the drop-down menu under Value and select Disabled / Off.

Under Property, select Energy Efficient Ethernet.

In the Properties window, open the Advanced tab.

Right-click on the current network adapter and select Properties.

Expand the Network adapters section in the Device Manager.

Type devmgmt.msc and click OK to open the Device Manager.

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