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    Whats the difference?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by ltviper, Dec 16, 2007.

  1. ltviper

    ltviper Notebook Enthusiast

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    So I'm looking to configure a laptop and I was wondering what the difference is between the Intel® 3945 802.11a/g Mini-card and the Dell Wireless 1390 802.11g Mini-Card. Is it worth the 25 bucks to upgrade to the Intel card?
     
    ltviper, Dec 16, 2007
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  2. SJSMR2

    SJSMR2 Notebook Guru

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    I dont think it is. I have the Dell one and it works fine for me.
     
    SJSMR2, Dec 16, 2007
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  3. kegobeer

    kegobeer 1 hr late but moving fast

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    Yes. There are a few posts about the 3945 vs the 1390 that say the same thing, especially for compatibility with different routers and available drivers for different operating systems.
     
    kegobeer, Dec 16, 2007
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  4. BlackRussian

    BlackRussian Notebook Deity

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    I am using the Intel and not Dell in my laptop M1330 XPS.
    25$ more I would just go for the Dell and later buy the Intel online you should pick one up less the 25 bills.
     
    BlackRussian, Dec 17, 2007
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