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After replacing my ASUS B850G motherboard, I can't log into Windows 10 because the PIN is locked.
After replacing my ASUS B850G motherboard, I can’t access the system because the PIN is locked, and unlocking it requires an internet connection. However, there seems to be an issue with the new motherboard’s drivers, as many devices in Device Manager are marked with a yellow exclamation mark. I need an internet connection to update the drivers, but I can’t connect to the internet because the drivers aren’t fully installed, creating a vicious cycle. I’ve already tried installing the latest standalone network adapter driver in PE mode, but it didn’t work. I’m running Windows 11 and am looking for a solution.
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If your motherboard or PC has an Ethernet port, connect directly via Ethernet cable. Ethernet usually works even with missing drivers because Windows often has built-in support for many Ethernet chips. Once connected, Windows should automatically detect and install the necessary drivers, or at least provide internet access to download updates.
