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    Upgrading Wireless Connectivity

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mrbobbyc, May 21, 2011.

  1. Mrbobbyc

    Mrbobbyc Newbie

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    Hello,

    The wireless card in my laptop is too weak for the situation I'm using it in, and I've been looking into either purchasing a new wireless card to install in it or purchasing a wireless usb adapter (such as the Ubiquiti Wifistation WifiStation | Ubiquiti Networks, Inc.) to get a better wireless connection.

    Should I install a new wireless card or use a wireless usb adapter? What are the advantages of each approach?


    Thanks :)
     
    Mrbobbyc, May 21, 2011
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  2. bikerboy94

    bikerboy94 Notebook Evangelist

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    bikerboy94, May 21, 2011
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  3. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    How old is your laptop? That will determine if you can accept PCI, mini PCI-E half or full height.

    If by chance it's full height mini PCI-E 4965 AGN or 5300AGN, or half height mini PCI-E 5300 AGN from Intel are highly recommended.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, May 21, 2011
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