Laptop ethernet card---any recommendations?

Bob_98SR5 · 01-20-2003, 09:37 PM

Guys,

I have a Dell laptop w/ Windows XP operating system. Anyone recommend a good ethernet card that runs on Windows XP?

Thanks,
Bob

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SLC Punk · 01-21-2003, 06:40 AM

I have a Belkin 10/100 Base-T Ethernet card. I am not really sure how to rank it (since I don't know that much about networking), all I know is that it always works.
Belkin

SLC Punk · 01-21-2003, 06:41 AM

Oh and one more thing, i am also running XP pro and haven't had any problems. Hope that helps!

jruz · 01-21-2003, 07:52 AM

Word to the wise...if your laptop has room for two PC cards (stacked slot / most come with this setup), you should definitely get a card with a "real port" on it. Don't get one with a dongle that plugs into the card, these get lost/broken very quickly.

(only downfall of the "real port" cards is that they take up both slots)

Xircom makes a bunch like this...they call it a RealPort. Intel also does (but they own Xircom).

All in all, it is hard to get a bad NIC these days (in terms of brand).

Also, do not go with a USB adapter. USB itself is not capable of the full bandwidth of ethernet (for file sharing, etc.). Stick with a PC-Card type of device.

Jim

Dr. Zhivago · 01-21-2003, 08:15 AM

What jruz said.

Dr. Z

SLC Punk · 01-21-2003, 11:43 AM

I agree with Jruz, the cable does seem to be a weak part of the whole setup, mine hasn't broken yet though..

When i was looking the Belkin was the only one I found.

Bob_98SR5 · 01-21-2003, 08:19 PM

Guys,

I ended up getting a Microsoft ethernet card. It was only $40. The design isn't as good as my previous Xircom Realport combo card, but it works and it was EXTREMELY easy to set up (thank goodness).

Thanks for all the advice, folks.

Bob

Shane · 01-21-2003, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Bob_98SR5
I have a Dell laptop w/ Windows XP operating system

Damn, too late on this one. In my opinion if the laptop is fairly recent I'd say get an internal mini-pci nic from dell, nic/modem combo if you need it or even better the nic/modem/wireless combo which is what I currently have. Definitely much better than any PCMCIA offering out there. True it's more money but I've never seen one fail or get broken or lost.

data · 01-22-2003, 05:40 AM

Oh too late

I also recommend the Xircom

flobadon · 02-06-2003, 07:07 PM

I'm a networking major, so I had to reply to this thread.

If you need something basic, I'd suggest Netgear, Linksis, or the Belkin. The Xircom is nice if you need something a little more feature filled. Go to www.pricewatch.com and you should be able to find some for around 20 to 25 dollars.

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SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	I have a Belkin 10/100 Base-T Ethernet card. I am not really sure how to rank it (since I don't know that much about networking), all I know is that it always works. Belkin __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

01-21-2003, 06:41 AM	#3 (permalink)
SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	Oh and one more thing, i am also running XP pro and haven't had any problems. Hope that helps! __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

01-21-2003, 11:43 AM	#6 (permalink)
SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	I agree with Jruz, the cable does seem to be a weak part of the whole setup, mine hasn't broken yet though.. When i was looking the Belkin was the only one I found. __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

01-22-2003, 05:40 AM	#9 (permalink)
data Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Arkansas Posts: 1,915	Oh too late I also recommend the Xircom __________________ 98 Limited 4x4, Rockstomper skid, Rockware Front bumper, Warn HS9500i, 1" RB BL, Tundra coils front & OME HD rear, Nuke quick discos, diff drop'd, 305/70/16 Baja Claws, Electric Locker, couple of battle scars, but nothing major :)

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flobadon Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Davenport, Iowa Posts: 151	I'm a networking major, so I had to reply to this thread. If you need something basic, I'd suggest Netgear, Linksis, or the Belkin. The Xircom is nice if you need something a little more feature filled. Go to www.pricewatch.com and you should be able to find some for around 20 to 25 dollars. __________________ :: 1989 Toyota Pickup 4x4 - 80,000 miles - 3 liter V6 :: : American Racing wheels : 32" BFG All Terrain T/A : OME Steering Damper : Maglite Mod : : Hella 550 white fogs : OEM Brush Guard : Pioneer HU/Speakers/Sub : Rio Karma MP3 player :

01-21-2003, 07:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
jruz Guest Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,093	Word to the wise...if your laptop has room for two PC cards (stacked slot / most come with this setup), you should definitely get a card with a "real port" on it. Don't get one with a dongle that plugs into the card, these get lost/broken very quickly. (only downfall of the "real port" cards is that they take up both slots) Xircom makes a bunch like this...they call it a RealPort. Intel also does (but they own Xircom). All in all, it is hard to get a bad NIC these days (in terms of brand). Also, do not go with a USB adapter. USB itself is not capable of the full bandwidth of ethernet (for file sharing, etc.). Stick with a PC-Card type of device. Jim

01-21-2003, 08:15 AM	#5 (permalink)
Dr. Zhivago Away Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,589	What jruz said. Dr. Z

01-21-2003, 08:19 PM	#7 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	Guys, I ended up getting a Microsoft ethernet card. It was only $40. The design isn't as good as my previous Xircom Realport combo card, but it works and it was EXTREMELY easy to set up (thank goodness). Thanks for all the advice, folks. Bob

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