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    Y50 70 upgrade from Intel Dual-Band 3160 to 7260

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by aerione, Mar 5, 2016.

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    Hi all,

    I'm thinking of upgrading my laptop's Intel 3160 network card to a 7260, as I found one for cheap(like 9 bucks). While the laptop's wireless performance isn't bad, I wouldn't say it's the best, either. The network performance dips alot when I use my bluetooth mouse in conjunction However, I feel conflicted as I'm not sure if the upgrade is going to improve anything at all. I heard that the laptop's antennas are what that hold the laptop back in terms of network performance.
    So, I'd like to ask those who have made the upgrade and can compare the performance differences, is it worth it?
    Or is the antenna capping the cards?
     
    aerione, Mar 5, 2016
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    aerione, Mar 9, 2016
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    aerione, Mar 12, 2016
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