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A USB wireless adapter will work just fine on a desktop.
A PCMCIA (cardbus) wireless adapter may present problems as most desktops do not have PCMCIA slots. There are ways around this problem however, such as pcmcia-to-PCI adapter cards & the like.
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Does a usb wireless adapter requires lan card installed in your desktop to be able to connect to a wireless network?
No. The USB connection will be used to pass the data, not a LAN card.
I brought a router for my desktop i still cannot get the internet what do i need?
Make sure you have a wireless internet card installed in your desktop or buy a usb wireless internet adapter. nothing else should be needed.
Wireless conect PC and laptop to modem at same time?
You buy a wireless router, wire the desktop and router to the modem, and use the laptop by getting a wireless card or usb wireless adapter.
Can wifi be used with a dell demension 4600?
Yes, however a built in wireless card is not available. You will have to either install a PCI wireless network card, or purchase a UDB wireless adapter. Most commonly with a desktop USB wireless adapters are most popular.
A wireless network adapter enables connectivity between a desktop computer or laptop and what else wireless access point fiber optic PC card?
Fiber
Is the Dell Dimension 8400 wireless capable?
Yes, it's. You have to purchase either a PCI wireless card (you will have to open the computer case to install it) or USB wireless adapter (which is easier to install, just put it one of usb ports).
How do you make my PC wireless?
If you mean a wireless network connection - you should buy a WiFi adapter (USB or PCI or PCI-e), install it in your computer and then set-up a new network connection. If you mean wireless as no-cable-power - there is a problem. Desktop computer uses much more power than laptop and no battery can power it for a time longer than few minutes.
How do you get Ho-oh in Pokemon emerlad without a wireless adapter?
You can get an e-card for an event, but without that or a wireless adapter it is impossible.
Can you connect a wireless router to desktop PC?
Yes, you can. You need to get a wireless adapter which you can get now for $20-30 and more with free shipping. Install it and have with wireless networking.
Where can I buy a wireless adapter card?
A wireless adapter card should be easy to find at most office supply stores or electronic stores. Office Depot, BestBuy, and Staples all carry an array of products, which would give you the freedom of buying a wireless adapter card that fits your needs and budget.
If you have a wireless card do you have Bluetooth?
No, unless that wireless card is a bluetooth adapter some computers will have it built in but if you don't know it doesn't.
What does a wireless desktop card do?
I wireless desktop card is hardware you install into your computer so you can connect your computer to a wireless network from a router or access point.
