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Cheapest Wireless Solution for Sawtooth 500 MHZ G4
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Aug 24, 2003, 07:51 PM
 
PCI, USB, whatever! What's the cheapest way to go? (It's a plus if it's supported) I don't think this machine has an airport slot, right?
     
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Aug 24, 2003, 08:04 PM
 
Actually, yes, the Sawtooth G4's had an AirPort slot. I would highly suggest using Apple's own AirPort technology as you're certain to have luck w/ it being supported and such. Apple's got these cards refurb'd in their "Special Deals" section at the "Store" on www.apple.com

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Aug 24, 2003, 09:38 PM
 
Thanks, looks good but pricey. Especially when PC PCI 802.11b cards go for $45. Also I'm worried about the range since it has no external antennae. The computer will be a floor below the Linksys basestation(probably going to be replaced with a netgear because I think the linksys is the cause of our current range problems(or is the linksys pc card))
     
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Aug 24, 2003, 10:25 PM
 
See if you can find a deal on the linksys wireless G card. i think they have a rebate on it right now in addition to any good deal you may find. And the apple airport drivers work with it just fine.
     
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Aug 24, 2003, 11:03 PM
 
Also the DLink actually makes OS X drivers for their USB adapter. Anybody have experience range wise with it?
     
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Aug 25, 2003, 07:33 AM
 
I have a sawtooth 450 with airport and the range is fine. THe antennas are int he door ont he side and have a great range!

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