Wireless query
 

Hi guys :)

I'm having an absolute thicko evening - can anyone tell me how / if I can find out if my computer is ready for wireless? If I had any hair left, I'd be tearing it out becuase I just can't remember where to find out.

TIA :tu:

Re: Wireless query
 

What PC is it? Most desktops would need a PCI wireless adaptor card or a USB wireless adaptor plugged into them but then again most Wireless routers have ethernet ports too ;)

Re: Wireless query
 

And now you know why I'm getting confused :D

It's a HP Pavillion but, other than that, I can't remember without checking the box in the loft :disturbd:

Re: Wireless query
 

Check in the System Properties. (Windows Key & Pause Break Key pressed together)

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What network devices have you got listed in your hardware devices (Right click my computer, properties, hardware, device manager) and in your Network connections list?

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Normal evening then:erm:

Re: Wireless query
 

Could always download and install/ run Everest
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html

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Check in control panel ---> network

See if it says you have a wireless NIC

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Well, the only network stuff I can see in hardware devices are:

1394 Network Adaptor, and
Realtek Family Fast Ethernet

Now I'm even more confused :D

Re: Wireless query
 

looks like youve got a firewire port and an ethernet port

I'd hardwire an ethernet cable to a router if i were you. The PCI wireless cards ive used have been rubbish

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No wireless there then, 1394 is firewire and the realtek is your standard ethernet adaptor.

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Any model number information on your system properties screen or on the computer anywhere?

Re: Wireless query
 

Unfortunately not - I've even checked to make sure that the box wasn't dumped in another room while we've been decorating, but it's definitely in the loft, dammit :disturbd:

Any suggestions on an adaptor?

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Normally there is a sticker or label with PC model details on the back or bottom of the pc casing. Have you got a wireless router already? If so what make and model ;)

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Dunno if it's the right one, but Pavilion A1000, I think (and blimey, that unit's heavy :D )

The only thing I've got that's technically wireless (but not yet, obviously), is the BT Home Hub - I'm looking at moving the computer after Christmas (cos the tree's going in the space I want), but thought I'd get it set up beforehand :)

Re: Wireless query
 

Does it look like this?
If so you don't have any wireless adaptors in it but you should get away with just a basic USB wireless adaptor to be honest.

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Something like this
http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/75646
or this if you are ok with opening the case to fit a card
http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/50127/rb/23566357929
should work ok with the BT wireless hub or if you are feeling flush you can buy one from BT for a lot more money ;)

Re: Wireless query
 

Well, other than it being a far more stylish burnished gunmetal tupe of colour, that's the one :)

What does the USB adaptor look like in order for me to (and not condoning this is any way, shape or form ;) ), *ahem* acquire from work for a bit :disturbd:

Re: Wireless query
 

It looks like the part I linked to in my post you fool :p:
http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/75646

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I have to be honest and say that I'd rather not faff about inside the case (I'm clumsy enough to start off with :) ). I think I may purchase the adaptor and take it from there - I'm guessing that I just plug it into one of the USB ports and basically leave it there?

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:bsmack:

I know that, but you posted that after the original one, damn you - I only replied to the first half :D

Re: Wireless query
 

They look like USB dongles for Bluetooth or even USB memory sticks to a point. Not that expensive these days either so as long as you have the standard white home hub you can use either an 11g or 11b wireless adaptor which means you can use most current wireless adaptors ;)

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tbh, I'll probably get the one from ebuyer - I'm guessing that I won't get one much cheaper than 15 quid (unless work has one of course ;) )

Thanks for your help matey :)

EDIT: Mind you, there's another one on there for 11 quid, so I was wrong there as well :D

EDIT 2: One adaptor ordered, and due for delivery early next week :). Splendid!

Re: Wireless query
 

Well, the adaptor arrived today (as stated :shocked: ), and I'm currently wireless :)

Slightly academic, 'cos until the the Christmas tree goes, I'm wireless while still next to the router but hey, at least it works :)

Thanks for your help (particularly Paul) :tu:

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Clueless, Nugget, Clueless!!!

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Shhh! Everyone'll want one :D

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Alicia Silverstone? ;)

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112697/

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Well definitely not Britney Murphy - she's 'orrible in that film :D


Mind you, so's the film ;)