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Wifi Upgrade for Samsung NP700Z3A-S05US

Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Mcobr, Apr 23, 2014.

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As has been well documented, I have terrible wifi connectivity with my Samsung Series 7 Chronos - with the Broadcom adapter.

I'm looking for an inexpensive alternative to fix this.

1. Should I just buy the Intel 6230 chip or is there anything better that will work too? What type of screwdriver do I need to get the thing open?

2. Should I just buy a USB adapter? Any suggestions as to which is the best bang for your buck? Again - with the interest of increasing range and speed.

Thank you all so much!

Mcobr, Apr 23, 2014

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TomJGX I HATE BGA!

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1. Should be all right to get 6230.. I'm not sure if Samsung blacklist wifi cards like Lenovo but if they don't, should be ok.. You need a phillips head screwdriver.. 6.5mm approx...
2. Nahhh...

TomJGX, Apr 23, 2014

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Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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I don't think Samsung whitelists WLAN cards like HP, Lenovo. It should be able to take any mini pci-E WLAN card. I would avoid USB wireless adapters, they are much more money for the same wireless performance IMO.

Tsunade_Hime, Apr 23, 2014

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