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    G73JW : which wireless network adapter to replace Atheros AR9285

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by 9800xpv, Aug 27, 2011.

  1. 9800xpv

    9800xpv Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi,

    Which wireless network adapter could replace an Atheros AR9285 in my G73JW to get better performances ?

    AR9285 can't get 5 Ghz wifi n, only 2.4 Ghz.
    It also could be better, even in 2.4 Ghz.

    So I want a wifi card which can get wifi "g", type "n" with both 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz.

    Thanks in advance.
    @+ ;)
     
    9800xpv, Aug 27, 2011
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    Kingpinzero ROUND ONE,FIGHT! You Win!

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    Well everyone upgrades it to Intel Wireless-n 6300.
    It's a popular upgrade and so far is really worth it, at least from what I hear.
     
    Kingpinzero, Aug 27, 2011
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    Intel Ultimate N WiFi Link 6300 Mini Card is what I got, like Kingpinzero said.
    I got it from ebay, but be careful, some people sell fake ones. I forgot how you could see if one is fake though, maybe someone else can elaborate on that.
     
    Thermometer, Aug 27, 2011
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    agreed that the one i bought
     
    polish_pat, Aug 27, 2011
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  5. 9800xpv

    9800xpv Notebook Evangelist

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    Ok, thanks everyone :)

    So I must add one antenna ?
    Is it difficult :/ ?
     
    9800xpv, Aug 28, 2011
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    You don't HAVE to. I just connected the 2 antennas to the card's first and second antenna slot, and it works just fine.
     
    Thermometer, Aug 28, 2011
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    Ok, I understand.
    Thanks alot.
    @+ ;)
     
    9800xpv, Aug 28, 2011
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    the G73 already has 2 antennas
     
    polish_pat, Aug 28, 2011
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    Yes, the 6300 has item model number: 633AN.HMWWB.

    I think 6200 and 6300 are the same, but 6200 has 2 antennas, and 6300 has 3 antennas.
     
    9800xpv, Aug 28, 2011
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    Hey folks,

    So I've bought an Intel Wireless-n 6300.
    The G73JW is a bit different from a G73JH, and the Wi-Fi card is not exactly at the same place.
    But it's easy to unplug the antennas and it's easy to remove the 2 screws.
    Is there any other thing I should take care before to go ?
    I've already downloaded the Intel drivers.

    Thanks alot.
    ;)
     
    9800xpv, Sep 13, 2011
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    same as what i did. turn it on and go. mine conection is now at a constant 300 mbps
     
    JayBGamer, Sep 13, 2011
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    Hello!

    I made this change from Atheros to Intel 6300 a couple of years ago. However, now I really need the bluetooth integrated.

    I've with a little doubt, should I go for the 6230 combo or for the new 7260?

    I'm just concerned with drivers and perfectly working condition for both wi-fi and bluetooth. What is your opinion?

    Thanks
     
    omn, Nov 16, 2014
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