Hey everybody with an 802.11b Intel Mini PCI car

[tberry]

Hey everybody with an 802.11b Intel Mini PCI card.
I purchased the following card and upgraded to an 802.11g!
Cost was around $30 w/ shipping.

http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/p...&page=external

Then upgraded with the following driver (not the Intel Pro wireless software! driver only!)

http://downloadfinder.intel.com/scri...7&DwnldID=7822

My wireless connection transfer rate now shows 54mbs! It was around 11mbs with the 802.11b.

[flyboy525]

How/where do you install it? Does it void the warranty?

[tberry]

I think the warranty is 1 year. So my warranty is up already. You should check though. Always save your parts in case you want to put the old one back.

As for installation: I unscrewed all the screws on the back (and take the battery out). Then lifted the back panel off. It was a little sticky near the fan. The heat seems to have melted the insulation a little.

You'll see the mini PCI card in the middle of the board. Disconnect the two antenna wires and remove the card. Gently of course.

Install the new card and connect the 2 antenna wires. Replace the back cover. Install the driver.

That's it.

[LeavenworthMedic]

I would bet that because you have to open the case to install the new card that the warranty would be voided...just a thought :P I bet there's even a sticker on the back that says something about it.