Joe, a user, cannot access the network shared drive after network maintenance was performed. A technician verifies there is a valid IP address; however, the device is not on the correct subnet. The device must continue to be accessible by a third party. Which of the following actions should the technician take to BEST resolve the issue?
A) Remove and replace the NIC.
B) Release and renew the computer's DHCP assignment.
C) Change the mask on the computer and reboot.
D) Assign a new port on the switch to the user.

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Releasing and renewing the computer's DHCP assignment will likely assign a new IP address that is on the correct subnet, resolving the issue without needing hardware changes or reconfiguration.

Joe, a User, Cannot Access the Network Shared Drive After