Wireless PCI Card

Do you want a handy gadget that will easily get your desktop computer connected to the internet without the hassle and tangles of wires that might look very messy? Then try going for a wireless PCI network card and discover its wonders in terms of function and durability. Wireless PCI cards can easily and quickly be installed and is ready to use immediately after installation. The main advantage of this is that it comes with a wider coverage as compared to a USB adapter. In terms of reception, a PCI card reaches up to 100 feet to 150 feet or even 200 feet to 350 feet. However, this depends on the type of standard being utilized, whether it is a wireless G or a wireless N PCI card. The first type usually has a greater speed of 100 Mbps as compared to the latter, which only achieves 54 Mbps. You can make use of this in you printing business as well along with plotter printers.

In here, we will go about some of the different types of a wireless LAN PCI card as well as the different manufacturers that produce them. We will be discussing the different uses, advantages and disadvantages, if there are any, of each one. Here are some of the few models.

PCI Wireless Network Card Types

Mini PCI Wireless Card– this is basically a smaller version of the standard wireless PCI card. Most of the models in this category work well with and come along with software for Microsoft Windows as well as other versions of Linux. Examples of models in this category include Netegriti’s 802.11 N Draft 2.0 a/b/g wireless LAN mini PCI card, which delivers maximum capacity in terms of mobile convenience and performance.

Airlink 802.11 G Wireless LAN PCI card driver – this model has the capacity to carry out transfer speeds that can reach up to 108 Mbps in its Super G mode and is basically ten times faster than the traditional 802.11b networks. This device is able to support WEP, 64/128 bit, WPA, WPA2 security encryption making it able to provide you with a secure wireless communication.

Linksys Wireless PCI card – models belonging to this manufacturer are very good in terms of quality. Models like the Linksys wireless G PCI card, which can be installed in most desktop computers and allows you to place your computer almost anywhere within your home or place without the need for cables. This model can reach speeds of up to 54 Mbps maximum. This can also operate along with wireless B models, which gives it added versatility.

Netgear PCI wireless card – models produced by this company such as the WG311T is able to deliver up to 108 Mbps of wireless connection speed which is comparable to those achieved by an A3 printer or A3 laser printer. This is able to operate up to ten times faster than 802.11b models and can quickly distribute music, videos, and photos.