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    Wifi query

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by p1990, Oct 31, 2008.

  1. p1990

    p1990 Notebook Evangelist

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    I have the Intel 5100 wifi module in my Hp Pavilion dv5t.Will heavy usage of the wireless module damage it in the long run(i.e kill it gradually)? Is it okay if i use wifi instead of connecting the network cable for say, about 8-10 hours?
     
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    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    Wireless cards produce very little heat and are quite impervious. Plus, a replacement card is usually very cheap.

    If something's going to break, $20 says it's not going to be the WIFI card.
     
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    :notworthy: Lithus
     
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