PCI modem for my Laptop.

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~ Back again,

and the issue now concerns a PCI modem for my Emachine M-5305 laptop. I just browsed around on Ebay, to see what was offered along this line of interest, and found a number of them there. However, I saw that some were mentioned as being slated for certain manufacturer's models - when I had thought that any of the standard PCI units would work/fit.

I also remember seeing one that doubled as a dialup AND wireless job-a-do (at least that's what was stated), and I wonder if this is correct? Do they really have such dual purpose PCI modems out there? If so, that would be great, because we will definitely be jumping onto Verizon's DSL bandwagon - just as soon as it is available in our area, and it would defeat the cost outlay for (eventually) having to wind up with two PCI modems. Please let me know your thoughts on these contents.
 
You can not put a PCI modem in a notebook. You have to get a PCMCIA modem. I have never heard of a modem and a wireless unit all in one. You must have been reading the connection specs of a notebook and they had it lumped together.
You can also get a com modem that will attach to the com port, IF you have a com port.
 
Nathan, your system should come with a Lan port already for a cable hook up. For wireless, you'll have to look for a PCMIA (aka- PC card), like Tractorboy said. You can also get a wireless USB device or if you've got a mini-PCI slot for a wireless card available on your system, then you can install one internally. A regular PCI card will only work on a desktop system.
 
I think you can also get a USB modem also. Broadband is much better.
LaptopExtreme says that you should have wireless on your notebook.
 
Hey Thanks.

I apologize for using the wrong term (PCI), as I really meant PCMCIA cards. My laptop does have a wireless card slot, and I found that Circuit City had a unit which would fit there - allowing for phone line connection also. They said the cost was about $70, which was more than I wanted to spend seeing as how we already have internet connection on our desktop. If I could find one used, somewhere, then I would - if the price was right - get it (my wife would love the idea of being able to explore the internet while sitting before the TV in the family room :). But then I would run the risk of winding up with one that might be in, pretty much, the same shape as the, apparently, defective integrated one.

Decisions, decisions.
 
tractorboy said:
not only do you need the wirelass card, you also will need a wireless router and broadband of some type.
Are you talking about the modem or wireless. I thought the integrated modem was bad and the wireless you have to get a card ? the wireless and modem are 2 completely different animals.

here is a PCMCIA modem for $26
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16839130001
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Hi, Tractorboy ~

Broadband is indeed a desireful thing, but we will have to wait until such time as it becomes available in our area. We did have Cable's broadband service for a while, but what they were talking about (fee-wise), after the special, was far above what we were wanting to pay. So we returned their equipment and cancelled service. Yes, the integrated modem is bad - and, yes, we would have to get a card for the wireless capability of this laptop. The latter isn't an issue, right now, but I didn't wish to spend too much on a PCMCIA modem due to the possibility of Verizon having something in close proximity to us, before too long. There would be no need for the PCMCIA modem in the aftermath of this. But I do appreciate the link that you provided. $26 is a lot easier on the pocket, due to the above circumstances, to put out for it.

I was out, drooling over some new AMD laptops yesterday, and can't WAIT until I can get one of those babies :) . Meanwhile, I'll have to pamper & please what we have.
 
you did not mention this so I just wanted to make sure. For the wireless you will need a hot spot ( an internet cafee, hotel wireless , someone broadcasting for free internet ...etc) wireless router or another wireless device of the same format 802.11x ( x= g, b, a ) to be able to connect to the net.
 
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