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    [R1] WiFi Upgrade

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by PhAyzoN, Feb 17, 2015.

  1. PhAyzoN

    PhAyzoN Notebook Guru

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    Hello everyone!
    I'll try to keep this short and to the point; I am completely fed up with the Killer 1103 in my R1. I've tried every driver available on a fresh Win7 install and it constantly drops connection. My question to you guys is, what Intel cards can I use? Can I use a newer 7260 or 7265, or should I stick to an older 6300? Or is there yet another card I should be using?

    Thanks!

    Quick Edit: I would like to keep Bluetooth if possible, but I don't think I've ever once used it so it isn't completely necessary.
     
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    PhAyzoN, Feb 17, 2015
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  2. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    We officially support up to the 6300, but we've seen some success stories with the newer ones you mention.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Feb 19, 2015
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