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)

Re: Wireless query
 

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

Re: Wireless query
 

Check in control panel ---> network

See if it says you have a wireless NIC

Re: Wireless query
 

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 ;)