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    Intel PRO/Wireless 5100/5300 AGN compatable with T61P ?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Xcaliber, Oct 3, 2008.

  1. Xcaliber

    Xcaliber Notebook Enthusiast

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    Reading that the 5300 has a better distance. Anyone know if its compatable to swap out an abgn with this?



    I would guess it has to be purchased via Lenovo so the Bios will read the card.



    tnx
     
    Xcaliber, Oct 3, 2008
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  2. havoc531

    havoc531 Notebook Evangelist

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    Pop open the bottom panel and check if there are three antennae. If not, then forget it. Not only that- I dont know if the chipset is compatible.

    Either way, it does not have to be purchased from Lenovo. I purchased my 5300 from Lagoom.com
     
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  3. Xcaliber

    Xcaliber Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've had it open before. Have 3 ant. Another source stated it was not white listed in the bios. Now just have to do some research if total compatable.
     
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    Did this get answered? I'm interested as well.
     
    georule, Oct 31, 2008
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