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    2001wlci

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by alfiedog, Nov 13, 2005.

  1. alfiedog

    alfiedog Newbie

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    I've got a 2001 wlci laptop with built in wireless b, i was wondering if its possible to upgrade the original card in the laptop for one thats wireless b and g.If this is poss would i have to go back to Acer to sort this.....
     
    alfiedog, Nov 13, 2005
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    Yes, you can upgrade. The card is easy to do - I suggest looking in your service manual to see where the card is located.

    What card do you have in there now - Intel 2100?
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Nov 13, 2005
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    alfiedog Newbie

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    its a 2100 atm looking to upgrade to 2200......i think
     
    alfiedog, Nov 13, 2005
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    I would suggest the 2915. The 2200 is known to have issues with connections/speed.
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Nov 13, 2005
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    Robokam Notebook Guru

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    I've upgrade my 2100 to the 2200 with no problems.
     
    Robokam, Nov 14, 2005
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