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    Wireless N card for HP DV7

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by J12, Mar 29, 2009.

  1. J12

    J12 Notebook Evangelist

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    I have a HP dv7-1245dx, and i would like to upgrade it to have wireless N capability. Which cards are compatible with this laptop?
     
    J12, Mar 29, 2009
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    BADW0LF Notebook Geek

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    According to the Maintenance and Service Guide you could use either the Atheros AR9280 or Broadcom 4321.
     
    BADW0LF, Mar 30, 2009
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  3. randallrivy11

    randallrivy11 Notebook Consultant

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    he's lucky he can change the card out in his dv7, but i can not in my dv7-1135nr only choice i have is a slide in card for the pci slot
     
    randallrivy11, Apr 20, 2009
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