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    USB Wifi For Desktop Computer?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Drew1, Mar 24, 2019.

  1. Drew1

    Drew1 Notebook Virtuoso

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    I have an old dell xps 8100 desktop that i have not used for a while. When i did use it, i use it wired with ethernet connected to the modem or router. But the desktop now is going to be located one floor below it and thus cannot be connected wired via ethernet


    1. That means i cannot have internet unless i buy one of those usb wifi things on amazon?


    2. Can someone recommend me a decent one?


    Saw this for 8 bucks but is it trash?

    Amazon.com: TP-Link TL-WN725N N150 USB wireless WiFi network Adapter for pc with SoftAP Mode - Nano Size, Compatible with Windows XP/7/8/8.1/10 - Mac OS 10.6~10.11 - Linux Kernal 2.6~3.16: Computers Accessories


    This one is better?

    Amazon.com: WiFi Adapter 600mbpsTechkey Wireless USB Adapter Dual Band 2.4GHz/5.8GHz LAN Card 802.11ac Network Card for Desktop Laptop PC Support Windows 10/8.1/8 / 7 / XP/Vista/Mac OS 10.6-10.14 Mojave: Gateway


    This one?

    Amazon.com: EDUP WiFi Adapter ac600Mbps Wireless USB Adapter 5.8GHz/2.4GHz Dual Band 600Mbps USB Adapter 2dBi External Antennas Supports Windows XP,Win Vista,Win 7,Win 8.1, Win 10,Mac OS X 10.6-10.13.3: Gateway


    I like to add that i will not be using this desktop much. Im only using it temporary for a while so its basically me using it for a few days and thats all. So would getting that 8 dollars one be fine?
     
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    Got 4/5 stars on Amazon, so I would think it'll be good for a few days.
     
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    Drew1 Notebook Virtuoso

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    Thanks. But i definitely dont have a wifi card on the desktop right? This desktop was bought back in 2010 or so. So if i want internet, i have to get this or something like it if i cannot connect wired right?
     
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    Starlight5 Yes, I'm a cat. What else is there to say, really?

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    @Drew1 consider this. $10 but totally worth it with two external antennas, way better than 1x1 adapters you linked.
     
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    Hey starlight thanks. But i kind of want to avoid ebay for electronic devices like this. I mean couldn't someone put a virus/keylogger on things like this?
     
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    One other question i like to ask. I dont have access to my desktop now but is there a way to find if i have wifi on my desktop for my dell xps 8100? Because i kind of want to buy this product now and have it shipped earlier. I assume close to 100 percent, there is no wifi card on it right if this was bought in 2010?
     
    Drew1, Mar 24, 2019
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