Alfa Long Range Wifi Adapter & Windows 7...
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earlybird
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Presumably you've read the Amazon customer review which says it won't work on Win7.
TerryMac
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Hi,
I use the Alfa AWUS036H adapter with Windows 7 and it works a treat. I think I have an old version (500mW) but it is great. In fact I don't know how I could be without it!
Hope this helps
Terry
I use the Alfa AWUS036H adapter with Windows 7 and it works a treat. I think I have an old version (500mW) but it is great. In fact I don't know how I could be without it!
Hope this helps
Terry
V1701
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Hence my question yes but there's usually a way round these issues if you know what you're doing, which I don't...
DipperToo
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I got the 2000mw one (AWUS036NH) with the 9db aerial which makes a huge difference. With the standard laptop wifi I saw 2 spots, with the Alfa 10. The marina had issues with the nearest wifi aerial and whereas previously I never 'saw' the other spot, I was able to connect with no issues. Works on Win7 and XP.
Remember that these draw power from the USB so will deplete notebook batteries faster!
http://www.amazon.co.uk/High-Gain-Lo...1424503&sr=1-9
Also, a USB extension cable (active) so I can place the aerial on the coachroof if needed.
Software is OK but check the internet for latest drivers. Also, the internal wifi must be disabled on your PC and the Alfa connected before installation. I found the latest utility software on the RALINK website (Not Alfa) who actually make the chip http://www.ralinktech.tw/support.php?s=1 and you can determine what chip is used by looking at the install CD that came from Alfa which will probably have references to the RT2870 in the case of the 2000mw Alfa unit.
Remember that these draw power from the USB so will deplete notebook batteries faster!
http://www.amazon.co.uk/High-Gain-Lo...1424503&sr=1-9
Also, a USB extension cable (active) so I can place the aerial on the coachroof if needed.
Software is OK but check the internet for latest drivers. Also, the internal wifi must be disabled on your PC and the Alfa connected before installation. I found the latest utility software on the RALINK website (Not Alfa) who actually make the chip http://www.ralinktech.tw/support.php?s=1 and you can determine what chip is used by looking at the install CD that came from Alfa which will probably have references to the RT2870 in the case of the 2000mw Alfa unit.
alteredoutlook
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Have you thought about making your own??
I made a parabolic reflector out of a pringles tube to improve my reception!
There is a whole world out there of people making their own - have a look at
http://www.usbwifi.orconhosting.net.nz/
for starters
I made a parabolic reflector out of a pringles tube to improve my reception!
There is a whole world out there of people making their own - have a look at
http://www.usbwifi.orconhosting.net.nz/
for starters
BlueChip
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+ 1, I've got two. Works fine with Win7.
I've used one of them up a mountain in Spain. I got a good connection to a wifi signal which was well over a mile away, the performance is amazing.
V1701
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Thanks for the replies all, I will get one now...