An administrator has just installed a new NIC into the server. The system POSTs fine and the NIC is recognized by the OS， but it does not receive an IP address. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of this？（）

• A、The NIC is not on the HCL.
• B、The driver is incorrect on the server.
• C、The patch cable has not been seated properly.
• D、The NIC is not seated properly.