Network Link Establishment

thehwk223
Member

169

03-06-2017, 06:23 AM

I recently disassembled my prebuilt Dell XPS 8700 and replaced most of the components with new parts and a fresh case. The M.2 slot I selected (G1.Sniper H6) lacks a wireless internet connection, and I haven’t managed to run an Ethernet cable to my PC yet. My original Dell XPS came with a built-in Wi-Fi card (see image below), which provides the wireless connectivity I require. However, the new M.2 module doesn’t have a standard interface for adding a Wi-Fi card. I’m unsure if there’s an affordable and practical solution or if there’s another method to install the existing Wi-Fi module. I also found a spare part from a computer I disassembled earlier—could it work for this purpose? Please see the photo of the slot I intended to use.

thehwk223

03-06-2017, 06:23 AM #1

Caydoyo
Member

03-07-2017, 11:10 PM

The ASUS PCE-N15 works well for 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, but won’t handle 5.0GHz. You can purchase adapters to change it into a standard PCIe slot for desktop use. I’m looking for something that matches the correct connector.

Caydoyo

03-07-2017, 11:10 PM #2

VeryBadName
Junior Member

03-08-2017, 01:08 AM

I’d suggest a 5GHz WiFi adapter for faster speeds and less interference in crowded areas.

VeryBadName

03-08-2017, 01:08 AM #3

I’d suggest a 5GHz WiFi adapter for faster speeds and less interference in crowded areas.

ZoloKu
Member

206

03-08-2017, 01:14 AM

I wasn't able to assist with the 5.0GHz NIC setup since it came after my knowledge cutoff. For a more affordable option, consider the Mini PCIe Express to PCIe Wireless Adapter.

ZoloKu

03-08-2017, 01:14 AM #4

I wasn't able to assist with the 5.0GHz NIC setup since it came after my knowledge cutoff. For a more affordable option, consider the Mini PCIe Express to PCIe Wireless Adapter.

Ramos8199
Junior Member

03-08-2017, 01:24 AM

Thanks for your assistance!

Ramos8199

03-08-2017, 01:24 AM #5

Thanks for your assistance!