Installing And Configuring A PCI Wireless Network Adapter
Nowadays, some computers may have a wireless network adapter included in their mainboard chipset. However, if you are one of the unlucky ones and need to find yourself a PCI Wireless Network Adapter then this is the article for you. First, we need to introduce you to all the new things that might appear. Even if it may seem a bit too rookie, I will first introduce you to the PCI term. PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect and it is a very known standard for connecting devices such as network adapters, or even your sound card to a computer's CPU. Now, many of you may say "but, this we already knew, but how to they actually communicate?" This is easy actually - PCI works simply by establishing a connection called bus and this bus is connected to all devices that need to share communication. When it comes to personal desktop computers, PCI is one of the most common ways of interconnecting used. Now, getting back to the matter at hand, giving all that I have written above I can honestly think that when I say that a PCI Wireless Network Adapter will connect to the PCI bus of a desktop computer, and be certain that everybody understands. Of course, in order to plug in the PCI Wireless Adapter there are a few steps you will need to follow. These steps are listed below: First of all, it is very important that you turn of all Power to the PC. Actually, sometimes it is recommended to even unplug the main power since static electricity is the biggest enemy of different cards that may be found inside of your computer. Now, all you have to do is open the computer case. Opening the computer case is different from a computer to another. For example, Dell cases have one button on the upper side and one on the down side of the case, and you need to press those two at the same time and lift the case, just like that. Most of the ordinary cases open by unscrewing a few screws and opening a side panel. Just look around. Make up your mind now which PCI slot you will be using to install your PCI Wireless Network adapter because if there is a PC card slot cover you will need to take it off. It is not recommended to simply take them out because they will allow dirt to get on your components. You got to the point where you have to insert the PCI Wireless Network Adapter. You simply place the adapter in the slot, making sure that it fits the connector exactly and then you gently push down on both sides of the adapter until it gets in the connector. Be careful not to push too hard. Now, all you have to do is go back all the steps you already did because your network adapter is installed. Most Wireless adapters have nowadays pretty friendly wizards that will help you all along the installation process. An example of PCI Wireless Network Adapter Card is the Linksys WMP54G. |
