Is there a detailed manual for this model? If my motherboard has built in WiFi-, do I need to do any other configuration?
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hi Sercan, Wifi antenna is built in but module is not. you need to buy intel wifi module. In my case, i bought intel AC7260.
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What do they mean by updating BIOS. Is this the kind of setup you spend long frustrating hours on? Should I opt for a different brand/model (suggestions?)?
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The Gigabyte GA-H87N-WIFI has one PCI-e v3.0 card slot. I had a graphics card in there which worked OK, but it was slower than the HD4600 on-chip Intel Graphics, so i removed it. Not familiar with the PCI card you referenced.
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Please read the specs - PDF from Intel on this model motherboard - http://downloadmirror.intel.com/15141/eng/D945PLNM_TechProdSpec.pdf
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I don't know but there are some helpful sites, mircosoft.com and the manufactures websites. A couple key things to check is the motherboard Mhz freq. 800mhz or 1200 MHz freq, pending the mobo, the other thing to keep in mind is the socket that it sets in p socket, m socket etc. as well as the pin count. example mine had the p socket 478 pin, but with a 800 Mhz mobo. But yeah do some research on those sites and theres usually some that has done this before with the exact same setup. Hope that helps.
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Yes, the motherboard has a built in LAN connection. If you mean Wi-Fi, you'll need a wi-fi card. Hope this helps.
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you need to install the wi-fi engine .. This Software comes with the driver DVD provided inside the Motherboard Box.Thanks
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It should be using an Atheros chipset. More details can be found here. http://wikidevi.com/wiki/Atheros_AR5B22. Also the wireless card works like a charm.
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I dont see how the bios is relevant, if it is not posting something is dead. Start with memory, switch slots eventually try stick individually if there is more than one. If u are using a kaveri it should post with no bios update since the chipset is for kaveri, if using richland or trinity also
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You need to buy a wireless adapter. This is what I used. Gigabyte GC-WB300D 1Mbps/2Mbps/3Mbps Data Rate Exclusive Bluetooth 4.0/Wi-Fi Expansion Card Motherboard.Gigabyte GC-WB300D 1Mbps/2Mbps/3Mbps Data Rate Exclusive Bluetooth 4.0/Wi-Fi Expansion Card Motherboard
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I just checked my e-manual and it appears to be possible, go to BIOS, go to boot devices, and set it for that. if you send me your email I'll send you a pdf of the manual.
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It seems that someone erased some of the questions and answers to conceal some problems. First, if you upgrade the video card, be aware that if you get a good video card, that it will not fit in the PCI Express slot without removing the Wifi. Very poor configuration on the motherboard. You will definitely need to upgrade the video card as the on board one is very poor and will not be useful for any type of gaming.
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A Wifi module is attached and it is optional for you to attach it or not. I did attach it to the board and it is workable.
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Yes, recently purchased this computer. Wifi ready w/ adapter. Hope this helps
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Actually a bios update is required (Bios F5 minimum), though I guess it depends on whether or not this will ship with the updated bios or not.Did you do this build?
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The board should come with an Intel Cetrino Wireless-N 2230 card, connected to the mini Pci-e port in the board. You should see two small cables that go from the antenna connectors in the back of the board to the wireless card. If it's not there, You should ask for it.
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This model comes with the wifi card build into the actual motherboard. You could always buy a separate wifi card if you went with a different model though. If you are looking to get this specific wifi card as a separate item, I don't think you can. At least not specifically.