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    Intel 4965 and Linksys WRT 150

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by master.axu, Mar 21, 2008.

  1. master.axu

    master.axu Newbie

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    I'm new to the wireless world, so please ignore my technical vocabulary mistakes.

    I use the Linksys WRT 150 Wireless-N router and the Intel 4965AGN wireless card that came with my Dell Inspiron 1525. I have the latest drivers and firmware but still I cannot get it to work at a speed higher than 54.0 Mbps. At least that's what Vista shows (see attachment).

    When I set the router on N-wireless only, the laptop won't even connect to the router, so what I use is the router's Mixed mode option for wireless. The laptop probably uses G instead of N (BTW, how can I tell what standard it is using?). Is there an N-wireless compatibility issue with the router and the card?

    When I choose the network from the list, it shows "Radio type 802.11 n ... ??? (see attachment)
    Please help.


    Thank you.
     

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