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08/02/2007 04:04:32 PM · #1 |
Hello,
I have a 3 year old IBM PC. It does not have built in wifi. I have a usb antenna that I have by Linksys. It is using the Linksys software to connect ...however, it is very gimpy.
I have been searching for Windows (microsoft) software that will connect to my wifi using the linksys antenna but am not having any luck.
Anyone know of any options other than using the linksys software?
EDIT: Using Windows 2000.
Ken
Message edited by author 2007-08-02 16:08:22. |
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08/02/2007 04:08:30 PM · #2 |
A PCI card for wireless.
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08/02/2007 04:13:24 PM · #3 |
I have the usb Linksys antenna...the problem is the software that runs it is gimpy. I don't want to get an internal card and be stuck with the Dlink software.
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
A PCI card for wireless.
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08/02/2007 04:22:41 PM · #4 |
I dount you'll find software that will run that hardware that's not some version of that "gimpy Linksys software".
The hardware and the software are generally a package deal, so unless your motherboard has built in wireless (and even then the software will be from the MB supplier) or you can find a card that is supported by your OS you're stuck.
Originally posted by kenskid:
I have the usb Linksys antenna...the problem is the software that runs it is gimpy. I don't want to get an internal card and be stuck with the Dlink software.
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
A PCI card for wireless.
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08/02/2007 04:23:24 PM · #5 |
if it's windows xp, go to control panel, administrative tools, and services
scroll to the bottom, and double click on "wireless zero configuration"
startup type change to automatic.
under service status, click on start, apply ok
then, at the bottom right on your taskbar should be a little monitor (like the old school dial-up icon) that should show you all of the allowed wireless networks in range, select yours and let windows manage it.
i hate the ones that come with the adapters, and always use the windows wireless zero to do my wireless networking.
if i've totally taken your request the wrong way, and this is not helpful, i apologize, been a long day at work, and i'm exhausted :D
let me know if you have any questions
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08/02/2007 04:28:37 PM · #6 |
Thanks...that's what I'm looking for. I'm in Win 2000 though...but I'll fish around and see if I can find what you're talking about.
Originally posted by jerowe:
if it's windows xp, go to control panel, administrative tools, and services
scroll to the bottom, and double click on "wireless zero configuration"
startup type change to automatic.
under service status, click on start, apply ok
then, at the bottom right on your taskbar should be a little monitor (like the old school dial-up icon) that should show you all of the allowed wireless networks in range, select yours and let windows manage it.
i hate the ones that come with the adapters, and always use the windows wireless zero to do my wireless networking.
if i've totally taken your request the wrong way, and this is not helpful, i apologize, been a long day at work, and i'm exhausted :D
let me know if you have any questions |
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08/02/2007 04:37:58 PM · #7 |
I followed instruction on win 2000 and saw everything you spoke of and activated. I have not seen the "device" on the bottom. I'll restart computer and let you know what happens.
Skid
Originally posted by kenskid:
Thanks...that's what I'm looking for. I'm in Win 2000 though...but I'll fish around and see if I can find what you're talking about.
Originally posted by jerowe:
if it's windows xp, go to control panel, administrative tools, and services
scroll to the bottom, and double click on "wireless zero configuration"
startup type change to automatic.
under service status, click on start, apply ok
then, at the bottom right on your taskbar should be a little monitor (like the old school dial-up icon) that should show you all of the allowed wireless networks in range, select yours and let windows manage it.
i hate the ones that come with the adapters, and always use the windows wireless zero to do my wireless networking.
if i've totally taken your request the wrong way, and this is not helpful, i apologize, been a long day at work, and i'm exhausted :D
let me know if you have any questions |
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08/02/2007 04:42:17 PM · #8 |
If the wireless card is installed and recognized by the windows, you should see the wireless card listed in the network folder. I think you should also see the wireless network icon in the toolbar near the clock.
The wireless network icon should get you to the network preference I think. |
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08/02/2007 05:32:49 PM · #9 |
The main computer has a linksys wireless router attached.
Second computer has a linksys wireless reciever attached.
Laptop has an integrated wireless card (unsure of brand).
Both linksys items work great for me. *shrug* I'm no real help am I? |
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08/02/2007 05:36:00 PM · #10 |
The problem with the USB device may be that it requires the linksys software to run it because of driver issues. With PCI cards, it might be easier to interface with the motherboard since there's no USB drivers to mess around with. All the PC's at my house run on PCI wireless cards and windows wireless zero. All the laptops have internal, integrated wireless and do the same thing.
Edit: In addition to what  jerowe said, you may have to also tell windows to run it. In order to do this, go into the advanced settings for wireless, there should be a tab at the top (the middle one i think, don't remember the name off the top of my head) and a little box that says "use windows to manage wireless" or something to that nature. I can check for sure on the names when I get home. Crappy work laptop doesn't even have wireless.
Message edited by author 2007-08-02 17:38:29.
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