Looking for a PCIe WiFi card?

Llyodsk
Member

164

08-02-2018, 02:22 PM

So I'm moving into a new house with my family. The only problem is, we will be without Ethernet ports for about a month. As someone whose hobby is PC gaming, and everything to do with the internet, this is troubling to me. My mobo (B450 Tomahawk) doesn't have built-in WiFi. Did some research, and found that a PCIe WiFi adapter is probably my best bet. A thing to note, the router is going to be upstairs, and it is gigabit connection. Do you fellow forum dwellers have any suggestions as to which card I should buy?

Llyodsk

08-02-2018, 02:22 PM #1

Fly_Fishball
Member

160

08-03-2018, 05:53 PM

Do you have a budget in mind? Are you sure the router supports WiFi 5 or WiFi 6?

Fly_Fishball

08-03-2018, 05:53 PM #2

Do you have a budget in mind? Are you sure the router supports WiFi 5 or WiFi 6?

blondeminion
Senior Member

594

08-03-2018, 07:58 PM

Opt for a wired setup whenever possible. Just purchase an affordable USB Wi-Fi adapter and after a month connect the PC, replacing the dongle with a new one for around seventeen dollars. A budget TP-Link link adapter is available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-desktop-...ics&sr=1-1

blondeminion

08-03-2018, 07:58 PM #3

crazypotpie
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08-03-2018, 11:45 PM

I only recall the Nighthawk R8000. Checked Amazon, but no WiFi 5 or 6 options were listed.

crazypotpie

08-03-2018, 11:45 PM #4

I only recall the Nighthawk R8000. Checked Amazon, but no WiFi 5 or 6 options were listed.

pentafox
Junior Member

08-08-2018, 08:36 AM

It might take up to three months for a wired link, and I’m looking for the most affordable choice with the longest possible coverage—approximately $100.

pentafox

08-08-2018, 08:36 AM #5

It might take up to three months for a wired link, and I’m looking for the most affordable choice with the longest possible coverage—approximately $100.