Help...Do I need a wireless adapter on my PC to use the "Valet?" Know nothing about a router... Seems tho I would need to purchase a -N usb wireless adapter to plug into my PC for the "Valet" PLUS to work on my computer. Correct? In info on Valet it says nothing about a need for a wiress adapter. Any low priced reccoS for me to buy? In Help...Do I need a wireless adapter on my PC to use the "Valet?" Know nothing about a router... Seems tho I would need to purchase a -N usb wireless adapter to plug into my PC for the ... » Read More Help...Do I need a wireless adapter on my PC to use the "Valet?" Know nothing about a router... Seems tho I would need to purchase a -N usb wireless adapter to plug into my PC for the "Valet" PLUS to work on my computer. Correct? In info on Valet it says nothing about a need for a wiress adapter. Any low priced reccoS for me to buy? In « Show Less
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Yes u need a wireless adapter, either built in or added. The Valet Connector, their version of a wireless adapter, (bought separately from Valet) can be used on any PC. Just plug it into the USB slot and leave it.
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I have the same question as James: do I need anything other than the Cisco Valet to set up a wireless network? I did not understand the answer he got. I need a very simple answer.
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You could use an n or g adapter (since n routers are backwards compatible to g), or you could use an ethernet cable. If you PC had a g or n wireless card already in it, you would not have to purchase another one.
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Yikes - to be honest, I'm not sure. The router I have came with my AT&T; U-verse/Internet package so I'm not even sure what type of router I have. The valet has worked very well so far though. Sorry I could not be of more help.
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This is not a plug and play device - you need to follow the setup instructions exactly for both radios, routers, and laptop computer - for your specific configuration. It took me a while to get all the settings correct. Much easier if you get it all working in one room, connecting your laptop to each using a direct wired connection to set them up, then test the wireless link and make sure it works, before you start climbing trees. The Engenius support line was helpful with my setup, so I suggest you call them to walk you through the steps or troubleshoot specific issues. Mine worked great between two houses at about 1/2 mile distance - one mounted in a tree, the other placed in a window. This is not a plug and play device - you need to follow the setup instructions exactly for both radios, routers, and laptop computer - for your specific configuration. It took me a while to get all the settings correct. Much easier if you get it all working in one room, connecting your laptop to each using a direct wired connection to set them up, then test the wireless link and make sure it works, before you start climbing trees. The Engenius support line was helpful with my setup, so I suggest you call them to walk you through the steps or troubleshoot specific issues. Mine worked great... » Read More This is not a plug and play device - you need to follow the setup instructions exactly for both radios, routers, and laptop computer - for your specific configuration. It took me a while to get all the settings correct. Much easier if you get it all working in one room, connecting your laptop to each using a direct wired connection to set them up, then test the wireless link and make sure it works, before you start climbing trees. The Engenius support line was helpful with my setup, so I suggest you call them to walk you through the steps or troubleshoot specific issues. Mine worked great between two houses at about 1/2 mile distance - one mounted in a tree, the other placed in a window. « Show Less
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Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection losses and BSODs. See my review for this product. Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection... » Read More Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection losses and BSODs. See my review for this product. « Show Less
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Ive been looking for the wireless adapter for this. Can anyone point me in right direction? appreciate ya!
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I am not sure I understood your question. For your PC to connect wirelessly to this router it will need to have Wi-Fi capabilities, built in or through an ad-on device. On the other hand, if you connect you PC to this router using a cable (wired) you can setup a network were your PC can communicate with other wireless devices configured in the router. Of course, in order to keep you internet access this router has to be connect to your cable/DSL modem. I hope that helps.
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I would appreciate any information out there about this very same issue! My boyfriend has a PC desktop that is not wireless and I need to find a reliable router so I can use my wireless Mac laptop in another room of the house. Airport Extreme has been recommended to me by the local Apple store but neither of us are computer savvy or technically inclined and I have my doubts.
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Thank you, Prussianette. I have since purchased a wireless adapter. I had the wrong notion that there was a dongle similar to those available for other players. There is a big difference in price between a dongle ($30,00) and an adapter ($90 TO $100.00).
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USB connection to a wireless adapter. It comes with an extension cable as well, so you have an extra few feet to get your wireless adapter into a good location, if necessary.
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No wifi on borad AFAIK. And you don't have to put one on its pci express. Why not get a USB wireless adapter instead?
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This will work as a stand alone connection to your wireless router. It will not work in conjunction with your existing internal wifi card. I would suggest getting a external antenna for your wifi card that is already built into your PC to utilize that connection with your router. If you can't find or get an antenna for it, purchasing this would be your best bet. Just know that it will not work with your already existing internal card, but will be it's own connection to the router.
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It works great with Windows 8.1 64bit. I custom build my system. I tried to use the mouse in the past, and I could never get it to work. I believe I finally figured that using usb wireless adapters didn't work. I bought a high end Pci express wireless network adapter with 3 antennas' and it works awesome. The drivers from Hp website and I haven't had a problem. It is a life saver for freeing up a usb slot.
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No, this wireless card issue has not been addressed in the version of the computer that I have. I have my computer one floor and several walls from the router and the internal wireless just doesn't have enough power to supply what I need. I have instead put a USB wireless N adapter on. That has served me well so far and the USB adapter isn't expensive. I will say that other than the wireless thing, I am very satisfied with this computer. It has a lot of power for the money.
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Adapter is what goes into your computer, it's the bit that can receive wifi signal. What you need is the device that transmits the signal. It can either be wifi modem from clearwire or you can purchase a separate wifi router. I would advice the latter, plenty of choices on Amazon. Will likely be cheaper and work better.
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You can read my review, but basically the best thing to do is use this device in invisible bridged mode. If you know any techy people they can set this up for you. Then after you have it in that mode, you plug an Ethernet cable into one of the ports (not WAN). Plug the other end into the WAN port on ANY ROUTER THAT HAS A WAN PORT. Get one that has wireless capabilities (obviously), brand makes no difference, just get something relatively new. Then all you need is your techy person to configure the router PPPoE settings with your username and password that your ISP gave you. Essentially what you are doing is only using your modem to go from the small phone jack plug (analog) to the bigger 8 wire Ethernet cable (digital) that all your computers use if wired in. Have the Techy person set up your wireless with a password, use WPA2/psk for best results. Also make sure you get a wireless N router since they are the best price for performance until AC comes down in price. Good luck and cheers! (btw Netgear is kinda lame)
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If your computer doesn't have a wireless adapter already, you'll need to purchase one to use the wireless feature.If your computer is near the router, you can simply use a cable to the router from the computer.
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you have the AIR then?well then you don´t need any WLAN usb stick because it has the chip onto the board. you just need a router and connect it to your network.edit: remember this is a "forum" for the R1, not the AIR. one important difference between the R1 and the AIR version is that the R1 doesnt have the wireless option built in. the AIR version does.what many people did was what I told you in the first post. the owners of the AIR version dont have to worry about how to enable to connect wirelessly, it already has it!