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How to get WiFi on OptiPlex 3010
Friend gave me a Dell Optiplex 3010 tower utilizing Windows 7 Pro 64-bit that his business had outgrown. Had it hard-wired via ethernet for years. Moved to a location that utilizes wifi only and I have no connection.
Checked network adapters and the only thing listed is Realtek PCIe GBE Family Controller.
I can hardwire tether from Samsung Note 5 via USB (only) but that creates hassles and uses cellular data. I’d like a straight wifi connection but see nothing in Device Manager etc. that indicates it’s wifi capable.
Will a wifi USB adapter work in and of itself or do I need a card also?
Philip_Yip
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November 8th, 2017 14:00
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Connect your laptop or desktop computer to your wireless network.
Easy Setup
Connect your computer to your modem or router without any cables. Simply insert the setup CD, run the software setup and plug the adapter into a USB port on your computer, and you’re ready to connect to the Internet from anywhere in your home.
Speed
Get wireless speeds ideal for surfing, emailing and instant messaging—up to 300Mbps.*
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http://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-F9L1002/
Philip_Yip
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November 7th, 2017 03:00
A USB dongle should work fine. Something like the Belkin N300.
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November 8th, 2017 13:00
The Belkin N300 is a router and I don't believe a router is the solution. The wifi signal in the household is sufficiently strong enough. As I stated initially, I can tether to the tower through a hardwire USB connection, so my phone's wifi is providing the service. If the tower has no wifi capability - and it seems as though it doesn't - I would think an a USB wifi adapter would the answer. I just don't know whether or not I need a card to go with it.
Maybe I'm wrong but that's my guess. I'm seeking confirmation.
cybolt
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November 9th, 2017 09:00
Thanks very much. Seems as though there is a little confusion over at Amazon.
www.amazon.com/.../B004N6259Q
I went there to look up the N300 -and found a router. Went to the Belkin site and saw the real product.
Again, my thanks.