N Navega17 Honorable Jan 26, 2014 11 0 10,510 Feb 6, 2014 #1 Noob question: do i need to buy a wireless USB adaptor for my first build or does the MOBO already has one? If so is this one good? http://www.asus.com/Networking/USBN53/ Notes: I dont have ethernet and my MOBO is a MSI b85-g43.
Noob question: do i need to buy a wireless USB adaptor for my first build or does the MOBO already has one? If so is this one good? http://www.asus.com/Networking/USBN53/ Notes: I dont have ethernet and my MOBO is a MSI b85-g43.
Onus Titan Jan 27, 2006 37,037 12 89,965 Feb 6, 2014 #2 Most mobos do not come with wireless adapters. The problem with USB adapters is they often have horrible antennas. If possible, a PCIe x1 or PCI adapter would be better. Whether or not dual band will help you depends on the router you'll be using. Upvote 0 Downvote
Most mobos do not come with wireless adapters. The problem with USB adapters is they often have horrible antennas. If possible, a PCIe x1 or PCI adapter would be better. Whether or not dual band will help you depends on the router you'll be using.
tonyzet Honorable Sep 17, 2013 860 0 11,360 Feb 6, 2014 #3 If you want your desktop to have internet access, yes Check products of TP-LINK, NetGear, etc Upvote 0 Downvote
U unplanned bacon Distinguished Jan 11, 2014 1,649 1 19,815 Feb 6, 2014 #4 I use a PCI card for my WiFi, works great. Try that if you want WiFi Upvote 0 Downvote