Newb_Guest
@blutmagie.de
| [Help Me] Considering purchasing DIR-655 and two adapters
That's right, I am probably going to be purchasing the DIR-655 Xtreme N Gigabit Router. Now, my knowledge here is very limited so before purchasing I'd like to ask some questions. Before I start I'd like to mention that I have and will be using Broadband Cable. There are three computers in this household; two of which will be wanting to purchasing two new adapters each (preferably a USB and PCI desktop adapter combo). So...
Computer A with Broadband Cable will be connected to the DIR-655 Xtreme N Gigabit Router
..While
Computer B will have a PCI desktop adapter
Computer C will have a USB adapter
With the above being said would these be a wise choice: DWA-142 RangeBooster N USB Adapter and DWA-556 Xtreme N PCI Express Desktop Adapter
Would all these components work well together? Would I be able to experience their full potentials? Are there any issues with these products? Should I stick with this combo or go for another |
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sammydad1
join:2002-06-28
Lake Worth, FL
 ·Vonage
| Hi,
If you are bothering to run N wireless, then get all XTreme N adapters...
Best bet is to stay with DLink adapter hardware if you use a DLink router.
If you can get a Gigabit level wired ethernet adapter for the main pc...do so. The DIR-655 uses gigabit ports for the wired.
Personally I am not a fan of USB network adapters unless they are strictly USB v2.0 based. I prefer PCI adapters...but thats me. USB can offer an advantage of being positionable in case your location is overly affected by antenna placement.
SD1 |
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Newb_Guest
@foebud.org
| reply to Newb_Guest
If I am unable to get the DWA-142 RangeBooster N USB Adapter would the D-Link DWA-140 RangeBooster N USB Adapter be okay?
There doesn't seem to be much online stores seller the DWA-142 model which I find odd and what else is unusual is that the DWA-140 is not listed on dlink.com but according to Google it appears to be on the dlink.com.au site (I am having problems accessing the AUS site so I'll have to confirm it later) |
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Newb_Guest
@foebud.org | reply to sammydad1
Thanks for the reply but what is a Gigabit level wired ethernet adapter? Any recommendations on which one I should get? |
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Newb_Guest
@com.cn | reply to sammydad1
Sorry for triple posting but I just want to ask is a Gigabit level wired ethernet adapter necessary? What are the advantages/disadvantages of having one? |
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sammydad1
join:2002-06-28
Lake Worth, FL
·Vonage
| reply to Newb_Guest
Hi,
The gigabit speed adapter allows your wired pc to talk at gigabit speeds with any other gigabit devices (gigabit >>> 10/100/1000 is the 1000 speed).
If all you have is 100 speed stuff, it automatically adjusts itself...but if you are going to use a gigabit router, like the DIR-655...get a gigabit adapter.
My motherboard came with it already...as do many newer PCs....
SD1 |
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Newb_Guest
@frank-hosting.de
| so if i got 100 then it automatically adjusts itself so then it would be okay to stick with what I got for the moment. In a couple of years or so i will consider purchasing a new computer. The DIR-655 also includes a 4-port 10/100/1000 so it's not mandatory i won't consider getting a gigabit adapter at the present moment |
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sammydad1
join:2002-06-28
Lake Worth, FL | reply to Newb_Guest
Hi,
If you already have 10/100 then no need to go buy a 10/100/1000 adapter. Point I was tryig to make was if you didn't already have one, then get the 10/100/1000 adapter.
SD1 |
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Newb_Guest
@server4you.de | Oh okay, sorry I took it the wrong way. Yes, I do have a 10/100. If I do consider buying a 10/100/1000 adapter would I notice any difference? Would it provide a great deal of efficiency |
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Horuslp
join:2007-08-27 | you wold notice a diference on the speed regarding your internal network, ie. from computer to computer using the LAN ports, but the internet will be the same |
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Newb_Guest
@redbandsbolaget.se
| reply to sammydad1
Hi, can I just ask why all XTreme N adapters. The DWA-142 RangeBooster N USB Adapter is also in the N series. I would like to know why should it all be XTreme N adapters. Would having one computer using one of the USB adapters effect the performance of the whole network? The other computer is an oldie and I am not so sure if it has a spare PCI slot (not really sure how to check) so I thought getting a USB adapter would be much less of a hassle for someone like me |
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sammydad1
join:2002-06-28
Lake Worth, FL
·Vonage
| reply to Newb_Guest
Hi,
Your issue with using a USB adapter on an "Oldie" PC as you called it, would be that if the USB port is NOT USB v2.0 then your bandwidth is limited to roughly 12 Mbps which is far below the "N" wireless speed of some 320 Mbps (by the math).
Using a USB 2.0 port which is rated at 480 Mbps would allow the N USB adapter all the bandwidth it could use.
SD1 |
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Horuslp
join:2007-08-27 | reply to Newb_Guest
If you want to work on the "N" side you have to work with all the N adapters, but actually G is going to be ok, and yes you can buy a USB adapter for that old computer |
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Newb_Guest
@sd.cn
| reply to sammydad1
Now that you mentioned it I am pretty sure it doesn't have USB v2.0.
I know this is a going a bit off topic but how do I check if I've got a spare PCI slot
Are these white slots what PCI slots generally look like?
(Refer to image below)
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sammydad1
join:2002-06-28
Lake Worth, FL
·Vonage
| reply to Newb_Guest
Hi,
Yes..those white slots are PCI from the picture.
One minor detail to mention due to the age you are suggetsing of your motherboard...the newest PCI cards are likely PCI version 2.1 or 2.2...the picture you provided may-possibly be PCI v2.0.
Newer PCI cards have Two "breaks" in the contact groupings...as your picture shows only One "break".
Sorry for the brain fat in the proper wording...I hope I make my point.
Dave |
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Newb_Guest
@jillyred.net
| I think I may know what you are going on about breaks but because I am so unsure I took a picture of the old computers slot
Here's the thumbnail:
Looks similar to the one I found on Google
Is it a PCI v2.0 slot? I got the computer around the year 2000 if that helps |
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Newb_Guest
@timecastle.net | May I bump? |
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bananaman
join:2002-10-26
New York, NY
| From the PCI Wiki »en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PCI_bus:
"Typical PCI cards present either one or two key notches, depending on their signaling voltage. Cards requiring 3.3 volt have a notch near the front of the card (where the external connectors are) while those requiring 5 volt have a notch near on the other side. So called "Universal cards" have both key notches and can accept both types of signal."
You could buy a Gigabit card like the D-Link DGE-530T, which is Universal »www.dlink.com/products/?sec=1&pid=284. |
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Newb_Guest
@desync.com | Hi wandrew, I do not understand why you posted that up, I am going to assume you are not fully aware of the situation I am in |
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bananaman
join:2002-10-26
New York, NY
| reply to sammydad1
said by sammydad1  :Hi, Newer PCI cards have Two "breaks" in the contact groupings...as your picture shows only One "break". Hi Newb_Guest, Just trying to help. You asked about wireless cards, then about gigabit (a wired connection is faster if your PC and router are close), then about your PCI slots. sammydad1 correctly pointed out that the newest PCI cards have two "breaks" in the connector. My post explains that the reason for the two "breaks" is that many of the newest cards are "universal" and work in older PCI slots with one "break". I suggested the D-Link PCI gigabit card, which can be had for less than $20. If you have any more questions we will try to help. WANdrew. |
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