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    Putting a miniPCI wirelesscard in my compaq

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Zeek, May 19, 2008.

  1. Zeek

    Zeek Newbie

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    Hi I was just about to buy a miniPCI card Wireless b/g for my compaq presario 2100, I just want to know is there a chance that it won't work? The one I am currently looking at is a, Broadcom 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Notebook Card.
     
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  2. Wirelessman

    Wirelessman Monkeymod

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    Most of these card are made to meet most computers interfaces and the wireless standards, try it, if it works, good for you , if not, return it, welcome to America.
     
    Wirelessman, May 19, 2008
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  3. kegobeer

    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    If you've already verified that your laptop requires a miniPCI card (not a miniPCIe card), and it has a spot for a card (already came with wireless built-in), then any miniPCI wifi card will work.
     
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