Creating a virtual NIC on windows 7

How to create a virtual NIC on Windows 7 ? I need the Device Drivers for installing the Virtual NIC that can be listed in Device Manager.

When Enabled it should connect to the same computer. I want to share my internet connection on this virtual LAN and then use it.

Solution 1:

Under hdwwiz.exe - ... - Select from list - Network Adapters, you should have a "Microsoft Loopback Adapter" device.

• Microsoft Knowledge Base: How to install the Microsoft Loopback adapter in Windows XP
• How to install a Loopback Adapter in Windows 7

Solution 2:

• First go to 'My computer'
• Right click & go to 'Manage'
• 'Device manager' & right click 'Add legacy hardware'
• Press 'Next'
• Choose second 'Setup manually'
• Then find 'Network Adapter' & 'Next'
• 'Microsoft' or select the 'Loopback' adapter
• Press 'Next'

The virtual loopback adapter is configured your System.