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Can I run the network adapter diagnostic and/or the configuration utility from a DOS prompt within Windows?

April 26, 2017adapter configuration diagnostic dos Network prompt run utility Windows

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Can I run the network adapter diagnostic and/or the configuration utility from a DOS prompt within Windows?

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(Back to DFE-910 FAQ questions) The program will execute from a DOS prompt within Windows; however, the configuration information displayed and/or the test results will not be accurate. To run these utilities reliably, you must reboot your PC, enter the Microsoft Windows 95/98 Startup Menu, and select the option that says, “Safe mode command prompt only.” With the floppy disk inserted in the drive, at the command prompt, enter “a:” followed by the key. The name of the diagnostic program is “diag.exe” or simply “diag.” If you type “diag” at the prompt the program should start. If it doesnt start, change the directory path to a:\diag and type “diag” again. Then follow the procedures for running the diagnostic program as you normally would.