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I can assist with deciding which option is more suitable. Please let me know what you're comparing!

I can assist with deciding which option is more suitable. Please let me know what you're comparing!

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Mannagryn1
Member
122
07-11-2023, 08:54 AM
#1
This concerns a WiFi setup and I’m curious which option is preferable—USB WiFi or a dedicated WiFi for the motherboard. Including some UK-based network suggestions would be helpful. Best regards, Alex
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Mannagryn1
07-11-2023, 08:54 AM #1

This concerns a WiFi setup and I’m curious which option is preferable—USB WiFi or a dedicated WiFi for the motherboard. Including some UK-based network suggestions would be helpful. Best regards, Alex

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Inezze009
Senior Member
716
07-11-2023, 01:46 PM
#2
Well, everyone usually goes for the same response. It all comes down to the desired speeds, what you're aiming to achieve with your setup, the kind of system you use, and the specific situations you face. Could a USB adapter placed near the device cause any issues?
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Inezze009
07-11-2023, 01:46 PM #2

Well, everyone usually goes for the same response. It all comes down to the desired speeds, what you're aiming to achieve with your setup, the kind of system you use, and the specific situations you face. Could a USB adapter placed near the device cause any issues?

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scarlett2204
Junior Member
15
07-11-2023, 03:52 PM
#3
I favor wifi coming from the motherboard or PCIe slot, though USB options are also acceptable. This is what my friend has relied on for years. Here are some Amazon links to USB adapters (my usual shopping spot). The results vary by price, but any should suffice for typical speeds. Connection quality differs based on your home environment.
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scarlett2204
07-11-2023, 03:52 PM #3

I favor wifi coming from the motherboard or PCIe slot, though USB options are also acceptable. This is what my friend has relied on for years. Here are some Amazon links to USB adapters (my usual shopping spot). The results vary by price, but any should suffice for typical speeds. Connection quality differs based on your home environment.

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HappyMiner_gr
Member
78
07-11-2023, 07:25 PM
#4
View your latest project on PCPartPicker
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HappyMiner_gr
07-11-2023, 07:25 PM #4

View your latest project on PCPartPicker

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ByrRoZz
Member
175
07-16-2023, 04:36 PM
#5
It looks like the initial option was strong but has since been improved.
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ByrRoZz
07-16-2023, 04:36 PM #5

It looks like the initial option was strong but has since been improved.

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sherkan2712
Member
193
07-17-2023, 12:54 PM
#6
Amazon links to various retailers offering USB Wi-Fi adapters. Currys PC World provides a UK-focused search. Argos has a dedicated page for these devices. Scan offers a comparison tool. Overclockers specializes in high-performance options. Ebuyer aggregates deals across platforms. Remember to check the frequency standards (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) and adapter type.
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sherkan2712
07-17-2023, 12:54 PM #6

Amazon links to various retailers offering USB Wi-Fi adapters. Currys PC World provides a UK-focused search. Argos has a dedicated page for these devices. Scan offers a comparison tool. Overclockers specializes in high-performance options. Ebuyer aggregates deals across platforms. Remember to check the frequency standards (2.4 GHz or 5 GHz) and adapter type.

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fireroster
Member
150
07-25-2023, 05:00 AM
#7
No, it's not necessary to use a WiFi adapter on the motherboard itself.
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fireroster
07-25-2023, 05:00 AM #7

No, it's not necessary to use a WiFi adapter on the motherboard itself.

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schemouna
Member
51
07-25-2023, 06:31 AM
#8
You could but a USB adapter is just simpler. https://smile.amazon.co.uk/TP-LINK-TL-WN...+wifi+card There's a PCIe one for cheap and should get the job done.
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schemouna
07-25-2023, 06:31 AM #8

You could but a USB adapter is just simpler. https://smile.amazon.co.uk/TP-LINK-TL-WN...+wifi+card There's a PCIe one for cheap and should get the job done.

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iStrafeRunner
Member
169
07-25-2023, 07:23 AM
#9
Probably I’ll get a USB Type-A then.
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iStrafeRunner
07-25-2023, 07:23 AM #9

Probably I’ll get a USB Type-A then.