Wireless USB adaptor + windows 7

[shanezog]

Hi guys,

First of all, i work for the NHS, i know you can get windwos 7 cheaper if you work for NHS, how do i go about doing this and can i do it through overclockers?

Also i need a good wireless USB adaptor, the thingsyou just plug into a PC then can hook up to wireless. Any suggestions?

Lastly, are these wireless adaptors good or should i just get something else to connect up to? i'm wanting to do online gaming so don't want really bad connection! PC is upstairs and route downstairs!!

Shane

 

[Mason-]

for the discounted windows 7

go here and register
http://www.microsoft.com/uk/nhs/pages/promotions/offers.aspx

As for wireless USB adaptors Overclockers sells some.
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/productlist.php?groupid=46&catid=1600

Wireless adaptors are okay. Is your router is wireless N enabled? If so gaming on wireless should be much better.
I have a dual band wireless N and I have 300Mbps speed and excellent strength (I'm upstairs router is downstairs) using a USB wireless.
Only thing I hate is the fact its awkward, most come with an extension cable so it can rest on your desk I find these annoying as it falls down the back of my desk or you can just leave it plugged into your computer but you could end up knocking it and breaking the adaptor.

 

[shanezog]

Thank you very much, could you inform me if my router is a wireless N? I really don't know how to find out.

It's a BT home hub v 2.0 type b, item code 044024

Thank you sorry to be a pain in the arse!

Shane

 

[Mason-]

Yes mate that is Wireless N enabled I believe
"The BT Home Hub 2.0 was released on Friday July 17th 2008.

Here's what's changed in the latest upgrade to BT's Broadband device:

802.11n: Support for the faster 'n' wi-fi connectivity protocol - increased range (with suitable wi-fi hardware)
Power-save mode: Better green credentials - the Hub can go into a powersaving mode.
Simpler software: Easier to use, and faster to set up
More Ethernet ports: Four Ethernet ports, not two
Greater access control: Set "no Internet" times for your kid's computers"

here's a USB wireless N adapter from OcUK
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-055-EX&tool=3

alternatively you can get a wireless card but you need to check if you have a slot for it on your motherboard, they are much more discrete and a lot more practical
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=NW-002-DN&groupid=46&catid=1597&subcat=