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    Z70v(a) & atheros cm9

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by gazi, Jul 29, 2005.

  1. gazi

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    hi,
    i have a simple question. will atheros cm9 mini-pci card fit Z70v(a)?
     
    gazi, Jul 29, 2005
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  2. flaxx

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    I don't see why not, since it's the same width and length, but it's almost half as thin (i.e. it's smaller, so there shouldn't be any problems).
     
    flaxx, Jul 29, 2005
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  3. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It'll fit.

    I'm thinking of getting one too, but I'm trying to find somewhere I can buy it :p
     
    coriolis, Jul 29, 2005
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  4. gazi

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    gazi, Jul 29, 2005
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    smilepak, Jul 29, 2005
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    I saw that too, but Gazi's link beat out everyone else. It's a great deal.
     
    madmike23, Jul 29, 2005
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  7. kingcow

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    Do not get the cm9 try to get the update version of it AR5006X. THat is the one i have.
     
    kingcow, Jul 29, 2005
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  8. gazi

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    ok. dont you have a link?
    btw what pros it has?
     
    gazi, Jul 29, 2005
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    Yes, I would like to know where to get this one as well. I haven't had any luck on google.
     
    sociolect, Aug 11, 2005
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  10. kingcow

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    pcdglobal.com
     
    kingcow, Aug 11, 2005
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    Kingcow - Is this an updated CM9 made by Wistron or by someone else. I tried pcdglobal.com but they seem to be a distributor, not a retailer? What is the model # & maker of your miniPCI card? Thanx much!
     
    NuovoTech, Aug 21, 2005
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    kingcow, Aug 21, 2005
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    so, if you already had a wireless card (intel), why would you want to replace it with the atheros?
     
    sdaigneault, Aug 21, 2005
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    better range and less heat
     
    kingcow, Aug 21, 2005
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    I got quoted $65 for the card.
    Not sure if it's worth it, with shipping ($15 to Canada) it'll be double the price of the 2915. I do plan to use my notebook on my lap so less heat would be good though.

    Here's the email I got from them with info on the card:
     
    lazybum131, Aug 22, 2005
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  16. kingcow

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    oow iguess he started rasing the price on them. i got it 60 shipped.
     
    kingcow, Aug 22, 2005
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    kingcow - Do you happen to have any links where I could get the specs on this AR5006XS card? One thing I need to find is the miniPCI form factor 3A or 3B? My laptop requires 3B...

    I've searched google & eBay to no avail. On ebay all I can find is a guy in Canada who sells a card that uses the AR5006X chip(which does not include super AG turbo mode). I've emailed Chris at PCDGlobal also.
     
    NuovoTech, Aug 22, 2005
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    sorry, i can't find the pdf file he sent me. I know if fits my dell 8600 and w3v.

    http://www.atheros.com/pt/AR5006X.htm

    I can take pictures if you like. Just tell him i sent you he will probably give you a discount.
     
    kingcow, Aug 22, 2005
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    kingcow - Do you know the overall dimensions of your card? Thanx for your info!
     
    NuovoTech, Aug 22, 2005
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    coriolis, Aug 22, 2005
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    kingcow - I got the spec sheet from PCD Global, looks good to me, from the dimensions it should be a form 3B. I just ordered one this am for my P2120. Thanx for all your help! :fujitsu:
     
    NuovoTech, Aug 22, 2005
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  22. kingcow

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    np, glad to help you out
     
    kingcow, Aug 23, 2005
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