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I'm checking a spec for a friend and not sure which to use.
PCI is better, but just for ease i would and do rather a USB dongle :)
PCI every single time. USB is easier to physically install and you can move it around to get a better signal but PCI is definately the better option for networking.
Definately agree get PCI. However, I would try to find a mobo with inbuilt wifi if you can.
USB wifi dongle uses more cpu resources than a PCI wifi card.
All of the motherboards I've looked at that have onboard wireless hang it off the USB bus. Personally I'd get a mobo without onboard wireless and whack a PCI wireless card in there.Quote:
Originally Posted by sitalchauhan
Pci :)
pci
As usb get snapped/lost
Definitely PCI, however I have a SFF so I had to get a PCI-e 1x one as I only have one usable pci slot, and that now has 4 extra usb ports in it...
USB = crap, short range, and usually means you can't put anything by the side of them as most are stupidly big!
Lol
Ian
Can you get PCI-e wireless cards?
I was hoping to get a PCI-e soundcard with no luck.
PCI-e check out Scan.
They have an Abit one, costs just under £20 and can be used as an access point as well :)
Pretty good to be honest.
Ian
PCI every time :D
Pci:)
PCI unless you're short on slots, or would rather use the slot for something else.
Or don't go wireless, and enjoy GIGe speed. :D
pci definately the option if you are looking to use it continuosly/intensively. Though i've found the two usb 802.11b dongles i've got hanging around increadibly useful in the past!
And as for don't go wireless, its handy, but Gbe LAN does totally wpn.
Pci ))
Definately PCI - if you can get one with an aerial on a wire as it were, so you can move the antenna around properly - saved me loads of hassle with my old card :)
PCI-e vs. PCI though?
My inbuilt asus is on the pci-e 1x slot nearest the i/o shield bit. My next motherboard I'll be getting an abit airpace ci-e one. My girlfriend has one in the pc i built for her and it works really well :)
It'll make no difference.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dreaming
usb
the ability to position an antenna is worth infinitely more than a couple of cpu cycles
but generally speaking, why not use wired for a desktop? wireless is slow & unreliable
if you can use a wire you should. end of story!
1). On board Wifi if possible (to free up pci slots which are fewer and fewer especially on cheaper motherboards)
2). PCI as usually less hassle to get working than USB and plug it in and leave it. This also frees a USB port which put to better use by other devices (Pen drives, External Hard drives, cameras etc...) Out of the way too behind the PC so away from prying eyes/hands.
3). USB last due to people having problems getting some types to work correctly and taking up useful slots.
Where is the PC going to be placed? Unless the PCI card has an external antenna (on a long lead) there is a risk that it might be screened by the surrounding material (even if it is wood, there is still a rsik from multipath reflections from things like radiators etc) and moving a PC to get a good signal is a pain. At least with a USB device you have freedom to move it around to get the best signal.
So if you are going PCI (probably best option in terms of speed) then make sure the antenna can be placed remotely.
However for a desk top machine you are better off going for a hard wired connection for overall speed and reliability, unless it is impossible to run a cable to it from your router.
I'd go with pci. But then i try to use as few usb devices as possible.
I find my signal strengths are fine with the pci adaptor arials.
pci all the way, stupid usb always give problems thats why they always give it out for free
pci here
PCI if it has to be wireless, but I have replaced wireless connections in my daughters' rooms with 200Mb Dovelo Homeplugs.... WAY faster and more reliable!