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post #21 of 444
7/7/05 at 5:27pm
Whats the difference between the GN-WIAG02 and the GN-WIAG?
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post #22 of 444
7/7/05 at 5:32pm
Guys I just spotted a GN-WIAG01

Looks the same as the GN-WIAG02
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post #23 of 444
7/7/05 at 5:32pm
How do you install it?
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post #24 of 444
7/7/05 at 5:38pm
I have been using Atheros Wi-Fi cards for a few years now. I must say they are the best Wi-Fi cards I have ever used. Never had a problem, and pick up way more AP's while wardriving than I ever did with a broadcom based Wi-Fi card or Intel card!!!
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post #25 of 444
7/7/05 at 6:10pm
Thread Starter 
Guys The differences are older Atheros chipsets:

GN-WIAG = Atheros 5002
GN-WIAG01 = Atheros 5004
GN-WIAG02 = Atheros 5005

5005 is the latest in production. There is a 5006 but I cannot find anyone who makes a card based on that chipset.

Complete Specs Here
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post #26 of 444
7/7/05 at 6:18pm
Even though I have no problems with my 2915 the super G is what is enticing me. I just bought the D-Link Gaming Router (DGL-4300) so would this Gigabyte card connect up with my router at 108Mbs?
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post #27 of 444
7/7/05 at 6:23pm
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Yes and might I add I am still running flawlessly with no connection issues and seeing 6 more access points than before with the CRAPTEL 2915 from around my hood. This puppy also works great for wardriving.
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post #28 of 444
7/7/05 at 6:39pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by TREV21
Same here, Will probably buy my Pre-N router next month.

http://www.notebookforums.com/showthread.php?t=93686
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post #29 of 444
7/7/05 at 7:34pm
Sweet info cornholio, ty very much!

What is wardriving? and are there any other recomended internal wireless adapters? reviews?
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post #30 of 444
7/7/05 at 9:02pm
I wonder if my 2915 is what makes the bottom of my m70 so hot? I know the ram is up in there, but that's pretty much it I think. The cpu and gpu are out to the sides as well as the hard drive. Could the wireless card really be getting that hot?

I might have to look into this wireless card though, my intel card is a bit better with the newer drivers but still annoying.

Tellerve
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post #31 of 444
7/7/05 at 11:15pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by mimiman76
What is wardriving?
"Wardriving" as defined by Wikipedia
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post #32 of 444
7/8/05 at 2:17am
Thread Starter 
Just want to add that all is still smooth sailing with the WIFI card no disconnects and NO troubles playing online games unlike the CRAPTEL 2915.

VIVA!
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post #33 of 444
7/8/05 at 2:45am
Have you transfered large files yet with it?
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post #34 of 444
7/8/05 at 4:14am
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Originally Posted by maxrule
Have you transfered large files yet with it?

Yes. It is stable unlike CRAPTEL 2915 which timed out and disco'd.
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post #35 of 444
7/8/05 at 4:20am
lol the intels nice and stable no issues here

no connection drops at all
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post #36 of 444
7/8/05 at 3:43pm
are there any other recomended internal wireless adapters? reviews?
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post #37 of 444
7/8/05 at 10:07pm
Thread Starter 
Just waNted to update my first post and add the FN-F2 DOES TURN OFF THE RADIO JUST NOT THE WIFI LIGHT.
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post #38 of 444
7/9/05 at 1:40am
I'm really tempted to get this card. My Intel 2200 is total crap. Heck, I'm 2 feet away from my wireless router and it's experiencing speed drops and dropped connections!
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post #39 of 444
7/9/05 at 1:50am
is this honestly worth getting? I just got my laptop and the intel wireless was working good, but its disconnecting a lot and the wifi light isnt working all the time. How much better is this thing?

EDIT: LOL, i just ordered one from that ebay link.. I hope it works good for 60 bucks..
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post #40 of 444
7/9/05 at 2:11am
60 bucks?! Geez, I was planning on getting one of these a while ago, thanks a lot <strike>whores</strike>.

Just kidding, but you can get them from for $40ish Coboc (and they're linux friendly too).

Edit: Apparently strikeout doesn't work, oh well.
Edit: Added link, somebody PM me and edit my message if that's against forums rules.
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