Intel WiFi Link 6200 in an HP Mini 5102?

Is this possible? I've checked the service manual for this netbook and the only Intel module that's listed is the 1000. Everything else is Broadcom.

 

It will work. All modern laptops use the same interface for wireless cards, mini pci-e.

HP is one of the manufacturers where you need a card made for them. What I mean is that a couple of manufacturers only accept wireless cards that are stamped for their own brand.

 

Sorry, I should've been clearer on this, but this is exactly why I'm asking. I'm aware that it has a mini-PCIe interface, but would the BIOS support the module? For example, if I try to install a 4965AGN module into my Thinkpad T60p, the BIOS will detect it as "unauthorized" since the 4965 wasn't offered for the Napa platform. Does this apply to HP as well?

 

Try asking in the Owners Lounge, they'll probably have a better idea about the Mini 5102's white list.

 

It isn't like that. The card will only work if it has been marked by HP to work on their laptops. In that case you mentioned, it isn't that the 4965 wasn't offered on the T60p, it is that the 4965 you tried wasn't made to work on a Lenovo. I believe HP and Lenovo are the only two manufacturers to do this. You will need to find a card made for an HP, but other than that, any will do.

 

Is there ever a point of paying the 40 bucks more for the top of the line Intel card when you can just buy it later on and install it yourself? My Vostro 1500 had a 3945 ABG from the factory, 40 bucks could get me a 4965 AGN, but I ended up getting that for free years later.

 

lol... '... free years later...' doesn't count for much, does it?

 

Well even on like google, Wifi cards are only 40-50 bucks. I suppose the manufacturer installs the driver and you get a warranty on the part. So I'm assuming I could put a WiFi Link 6300 in my Vostro 1500 as well..

 

I'd first ask myself if the upgrade was worth my money. Do you even have an internet connection able to saturate your current wireless card? Or is it an issue of distance/reliability?

 

If the price difference is that much, maybe. A lot of the time, though, I see the price of an upgrade from some Wacom, or Dell, or other not as well known brand up to a top of the line Intel for $15-$20. At that point, it's a lot easier to justify.

 

The card will just save me the hassle of having to plug in my netbook whenever I want to transfer large files to it. Better range is a big plus, too.

 

Don't forget that unless your router supports N speeds, it may not transfer any faster than your current card. Even so, I think plugging it in is still probably faster, unless your LAN isn't gigabit. Dual-channel N goes to 600 Mbps, compared to gigabit LAN at 1000 Mbps. Less convenient, though, admittedly.

 

HP Notebooks only work with HP Certified WLAN cards. You can't use what ever you want. I'm stuck with Broadcom 43XX series card which disconnect fro the rutor 2-3 times a day. I to called HP and ask how much will it cost me to replace my card to Atheros N Card(Which worked perfectly with my Home Router/Free Hotspots) & reply is £60 + Delivery.

? Normally on ebay it'll only cost £10-20 inc delivery.