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The_wall · 11-11-2005, 02:09 PM

Ok I'm a computer dumbass so thats why I don't know this.

I want a wireless card for my desktop computer made by linksys. I'm just too dumb to know if the card is for a desktop or a laptop. If someone could link me to a linksys wireless card from newegg.com I would love you.

liquidlight · 11-11-2005, 02:19 PM

Do you want to have to open the case and install it or have to just plug it in USB? The USB is easier, but the internal cards typically get better signal strength.

The_wall · 11-11-2005, 02:21 PM

I guess I would go internal because it's going to be used for gaming

liquidlight · 11-11-2005, 02:30 PM

NewEgg's selection sucks, and you don't need more than this unit:

http://www.compusa.com/products/prod...220&pfp=SEARCH

or anywhere else that you can find that model for a better price. I'm assuming that the access point is already in place?

viper11885 · 11-11-2005, 03:37 PM

Just be sure to match whichever wireless standard you are using for your access point. No point in getting 802.11G if your access point is only compatible with 802.11B.

MikeSty · 11-11-2005, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by liquidlight

NewEgg's selection sucks, and you don't need more than this unit:

http://www.compusa.com/products/prod...220&pfp=SEARCH

or anywhere else that you can find that model for a better price. I'm assuming that the access point is already in place?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16833124115

Their base price is the same as the COMPUSA price pre-rebate. The NewEgg MIR brings it to a whopping $49.99

A card is a better choice, but if you are "computer dumb", are you confident on getting it in there?

bendsley · 11-11-2005, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by viper11885

Just be sure to match whichever wireless standard you are using for your access point. No point in getting 802.11G if your access point is only compatible with 802.11B.

Actually, get a G enabled wireless card. They aren't anymore expensive, as G is the new standard. Plus, if you do upgrade your access point in the future, you won't have to upgrade the wireless card as well.

And too, a wireless card with advanced functionality (ie. 802.11g) will be able to give you mroe security options should you upgrade your access point, as 802.11b devices do not have the most up to date security practices built in (ie. WEP vs. WPA/WPA2, etc.)

11-11-2005, 02:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
The_wall Psycho Location: Rhode Island biatches!	quick question Ok I'm a computer dumbass so thats why I don't know this. I want a wireless card for my desktop computer made by linksys. I'm just too dumb to know if the card is for a desktop or a laptop. If someone could link me to a linksys wireless card from newegg.com I would love you. __________________ "We do what we like and we like what we do!"~andrew Wk Procrastinate now, don't put off to the last minute.

11-11-2005, 02:19 PM	#2 (permalink)
liquidlight AHH! Custom Title!! Location: The twisted warpings of my brain.	Do you want to have to open the case and install it or have to just plug it in USB? The USB is easier, but the internal cards typically get better signal strength. __________________ Halfway to hell and picking up speed.

11-11-2005, 02:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
The_wall Psycho Location: Rhode Island biatches!	I guess I would go internal because it's going to be used for gaming __________________ "We do what we like and we like what we do!"~andrew Wk Procrastinate now, don't put off to the last minute.

11-11-2005, 02:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
liquidlight AHH! Custom Title!! Location: The twisted warpings of my brain.	NewEgg's selection sucks, and you don't need more than this unit: http://www.compusa.com/products/prod...220&pfp=SEARCH or anywhere else that you can find that model for a better price. I'm assuming that the access point is already in place? __________________ Halfway to hell and picking up speed.

11-11-2005, 03:37 PM	#5 (permalink)
viper11885 Insane	Just be sure to match whichever wireless standard you are using for your access point. No point in getting 802.11G if your access point is only compatible with 802.11B.