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    T41 that needs a wireless mini pci adapter

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by deelo83, Dec 5, 2004.

  1. deelo83

    deelo83 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just purchased a T41 that did not have a wireless adapter. I know there are 4 different choices I can choose from:

    IBM 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter
    http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=-840&langId=-1&partNumber=31P9701&storeId=1

    IBM 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter II
    http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=-840&storeId=1&productId=8770176&langId=-1&dualCurrId=73

    Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG Mini-PCI Adapter from IBM
    http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=8708610&storeId=1&langId=-1&catalogId=-840

    Cisco Aironet Wireless 802.11b Mini PCI by IBM
    http://www-132.ibm.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=-840&langId=-1&partNumber=31P8301&storeId=1

    The Intel and IBM Adapter, not the Adapter II, are compatible with the UltraConnect Antenna. Should I spend the extra bucks to get the adapter that goes with the UltraConnect or save some money and get the IBM Adapter II?
     
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    I believe spending extra $ for compatibility with the UltraConnect Antenna is well worth an extra $30 - $40 because you just never know when a day will arrive in which an extra 10 feet of range will really help out in picking up a signal from a distant access point, or just general every day use of having better reception in general. Think long term, and I think you have to go with something that promises better connectivity.
     
    Andrew Baxter, Dec 6, 2004
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    deelo83 Notebook Enthusiast

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    oooh good answer. I'll go with your advice and get the IBM 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Adapter. One more week of work and I'll have enough saved up. Thanks abaxter!
     
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    Why is the IBM mini pci cost much more than the Intel's? Is it that much better?
     
    deelo83, Dec 6, 2004
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