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Driverless Wireless Adapter

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Name: astroraptor
Date: January 9, 2009 at 06:00:08 Pacific
OS: Windows XP Pro
CPU/Ram: 1.80/512MB
Product: Lenovo / M57
Subcategory: General
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I'm looking for an adapter that should install without the need to install drivers from a CD or download them so that I can easily work on computers on a workbench without the need to buy a wireless bridge or cut and run cable. Is there anything new that can do this or would I have to look into something used?



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Response Number 1
Name: itguru
Date: January 9, 2009 at 06:11:15 Pacific
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Name: astroraptor
Date: January 9, 2009 at 07:53:31 Pacific
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All of which are considerably more expensive than a wireless USB adapter alone.


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Response Number 3
Name: itguru
Date: January 9, 2009 at 09:33:33 Pacific
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Cost is your problem, do not shoot the messenger, all USB devices need drivers.


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Response Number 4
Name: Mike Newcomb
Date: January 9, 2009 at 09:43:27 Pacific
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I agree with ITGuru.

Here in the UK, such devices cost around £6 or perhaps less.

Would it be that much of a problem to temporarily install its driver?

Good Luck - Keep us posted.


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Response Number 5
Name: astroraptor
Date: January 9, 2009 at 11:27:56 Pacific
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It's a nuissance to do benchwork. I guess I'll invest in a wireless bridge on eBay. May be my best bet. Thanks.


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Response Number 6
Name: jam
Date: January 9, 2009 at 11:59:24 Pacific
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"Would it be that much of a problem to temporarily install its driver?"

That's what I always do.


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