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    Wireless hardware upgrade?...

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by laptopwoes, Jan 28, 2007.

  1. laptopwoes

    laptopwoes Newbie

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    I own a Sony Vaio notebook model VGN-A190. I would like to know if it is possible to upgrade the internal hardware for the wireless receiver. Too often I'm unable to detect a wireless network when other notebooks have no problem. What are my options if any? Thanks in advance

    -Kent
     
    laptopwoes, Jan 28, 2007
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    You updated the driver?
     
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    What card do you have right now?
     
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  4. WackyT

    WackyT Notebook Deity

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    On the bottom of your laptop you should have a small door that the wireless card is under. You should have an Intel PRO/Wireless 2200 BG Mini-PCI card in there. The best wireless card I've found for range are the Atheros AR5006 cards. You can pick up a Mini-PCI one for less than $50, and get the latest driver from here.
     
    WackyT, Jan 28, 2007
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