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    Changing Dell 1390 with Intel pro wireless?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by kirkus, Feb 3, 2007.

  1. kirkus

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    Is it possible to change the dell card with the intel one?

    Thanks
     
    kirkus, Feb 3, 2007
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    Yes.

    I'd advise replacing the 1390 card with an Atheros AR5006 mini PCI Express card though.
     
    WackyT, Feb 3, 2007
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  3. kirkus

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    and where can i find an intel one? ebay?
    for 6400 i need a mini PCI Express card 100%?
     
    kirkus, Feb 3, 2007
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    WackyT, Feb 3, 2007
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    just say it will require you to take apart your laptop (read dell's manual for exactly how)

    also i would say wait another month and replace it with an N card from Intel.
     
    mikkroik, Feb 3, 2007
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    why a month? isn't availble yet?
    and what's so special about it?
     
    kirkus, Feb 3, 2007
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