Going about choosing a PCI netowrk adapter

[837183]

Hey

I've got a new desktop, running CrunchBang on it. and haven't got a wireless network adapter on it.

So I need one..PCI for better signal.

Comes to mind the question how to choose one which will definitely work with CrunchBang..

 

[Nbiser]

Hey

I've got a new desktop, running CrunchBang on it. and haven't got a wireless network adapter on it.

So I need one..PCI for better signal.

Comes to mind the question how to choose one which will definitely work with CrunchBang..

Remember, google is your friend! You can always contact the manufacturer to see if Linux is supported as well.

 

[837183]

Google's not my friend

It got me as far and to know that there's something called Hardware Compatability List.

It's reports from users on how well a partiuclar hardware works on their machine.

Only there aren't many reviews and some reviews use jargon that I don't know, adressed for smart Linux users..which I am not.

 

[pane-free]

If range is a concern, look into Alfa -- I use an AWUS036H -- USB, but it reaches out there! Directional antennae may be purchased separately. There is an 802.11 N version, as well.
At least look into it.
Best wishes!

 

[Nbiser]

Google's not my friend

It got me as far and to know that there's something called Hardware Compatability List.

It's reports from users on how well a partiuclar hardware works on their machine.

Only there aren't many reviews and some reviews use jargon that I don't know, adressed for smart Linux users..which I am not.

I can understand that Google isn't your friend! I use DuckDuckGo myself.

Here is a link to a Hardware Compatibility list. http://www.linuxquestions.org/hcl/

Hope this helps!

Nbiser