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  Oct 4 2005, 05:28 AM
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Member  Posts: 92 From: UK OS: WinXP Pro SP2  |
 Hi all, I have a 2mbit ADSL connection on my PC. I have bought a wireless ready laptop with an Intel WLan Pro 2200 card which I believe is capable of 54mb/sec transfer rates. I have a Netgear DG834GT Router/Modem on its way and am wondering whether or not to also buy a Netgear WG111T USB Adapter to enable a 108mb/sec transfer rate. Is this worth the extra cost or is a transfer rate of 54mb/sec ample for general internet use and printer sharing? Any other advice regarding this welcome as this is the first time ive setup a wireless network. Thank you. |
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Oct 4 2005, 05:41 AM
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New Member Posts: 5 OS: Windows XP Home SP2 |
Hello
Generaly a 54mbps is fast enough for internet sharing and printing, but if you wanted to transferr large amounts of data then a faster connection would be better. Hope this helps. |
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Oct 4 2005, 05:52 AM
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Member Posts: 92 From: UK OS: WinXP Pro SP2 |
Thanks.
Also, do you know if there would be any compatibility issues with having a WLAN card installed in a laptop - not being used - but instead using a USB Wireless adapter on the same machine? Thank you. |
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Oct 4 2005, 06:21 AM
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New Member Posts: 5 OS: Windows XP Home SP2 |
Hi, there shounldnt be, but its best to disable the wireless network card on the laptop if your going to use the USB device.
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Oct 4 2005, 06:36 AM
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Member Posts: 92 From: UK OS: WinXP Pro SP2 |
Cool, thanks for your help JAP1000
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