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    Which wireless adapter?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Roger4, Oct 16, 2011.

  1. Roger4

    Roger4 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm looking at getting a T420. Which wireless adapter offers the best performance/value? I'd primarily be using this laptop at home and in hotels. Often hotel wifi isn't great, so I'm wondering if I would really benefit from a 2x2 or 3x3 setup. Also, does anybody have experience with WiMAX? From what I can tell only Sprint offers it. I'm not sure how it compares with the integrated mobile broadband or just using my cellphone as a wireless hotspot. Any recommendations?

    ThinkPad b/g/n
    Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1000 [$0.00]
    Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 (2x2 AGN) [add $17.00]
    Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300 (3x3 AGN) [add $34.00]
    Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 [add $46.75]
     
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  2. lead_org

    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    the 6205 would be best value, but if you need performance then 6300 is the best. Whether you benefit from 2x2 or 3x3 depends on how far away from router and what type of router you use. If you got one of those cheap n wireless router with 150 mbps max, then just get the 6205.
     
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