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    G51 network card upgrade - worth it

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by Starfox, Sep 4, 2009.

  1. Starfox

    Starfox Notebook Evangelist

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    When ordering my G51, I saw the option to upgrade to a Built-in Intel® PRO/Wireless 5300 802.11 a/g/n. What's the difference between that and the stock card?
     
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    5300 uses all three antennas. Worth it IMO.
     
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  3. Starfox

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    Any benches?
     
    Starfox, Sep 4, 2009
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