There are things that allow your internet connection to be passed through the cables from your power points, but I don't know if they work with every house and they're ~50 bucks.
Honestly, wireless is fine. I use wireless on my computer and I've never had any problems. I still get the same download speeds as I do on the computer connected straight to the modem. Gaming, still the same ping.
I had a pci-e WiFi modem before I got my USB one and the USB one has a more stable connection, didn't take up space inside the case, could be removed easier AND can be used on multiple computers much more easily...
Edit: was actually PCI not pci-e but the point still stands.
I had a pci-e WiFi modem before I got my USB one and the USB one has a more stable connection, didn't take up space inside the case, could be removed easier AND can be used on multiple computers much more easily...
Edit: was actually PCI not pci-e but the point still stands.
So you recommend the USB ones?
Because my thoughts were kinda the same as yours.
Couldn't there be a plug or something in my room that I can stick it into, and that already goes into the WiFi router?
Honestly, wireless is fine. I use wireless on my computer and I've never had any problems. I still get the same download speeds as I do on the computer connected straight to the modem. Gaming, still the same ping.
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CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($164.23 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE_RD 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($92.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($154.99 @ Memory Express)
Memory: Mushkin Silverline 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($126.99 @ NCIX)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($94.75 @ Vuugo)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($328.12 @ Newegg Canada)
Wireless Network Adapter: Asus USB-N13 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($14.99 @ Amazon Canada)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Memory Express)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($148.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Cooler Master Storm QuickFire Rapid Wired Gaming Keyboard ($88.38 @ Newegg Canada)
Other: Laser Gaming Mouse - G500s ($69.99)
Other: Ultrasharp 23" 1080p ($189.99)
Other: Ultrasharp 23" 1080p ($189.99)
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Total: $2182.34
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Also where do I plug that in?
Could you link me to the best one for my needs? I don't really know ANYTHING about these, so I think it's best left to you guys
This should do nicely.
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CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($164.23 @ DirectCanada)
CPU Cooler: Phanteks PH-TC14PE_RD 78.1 CFM CPU Cooler ($92.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($154.99 @ Memory Express)
Memory: Mushkin Silverline 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1333 Memory ($126.99 @ NCIX)
Storage: Samsung 840 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($99.99 @ Canada Computers)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($94.75 @ Vuugo)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 3GB Video Card ($328.12 @ Newegg Canada)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N150PCe 802.11b/g/n PCI-Express x1 Wi-Fi Adapter ($27.48 @ Newegg Canada)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case ($119.99 @ Memory Express)
Power Supply: SeaSonic 650W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($148.98 @ Newegg Canada)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit) ($97.99 @ NCIX)
Keyboard: Cooler Master Storm QuickFire Rapid Wired Gaming Keyboard ($88.38 @ Newegg Canada)
Other: Laser Gaming Mouse - G500s ($69.99)
Other: Ultrasharp 23" 1080p ($189.99)
Other: Ultrasharp 23" 1080p ($189.99)
Other: Ultrasharp 23" 1080p ($189.99)
Total: $2194.83
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
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Also, where do I plug the WiFi adapter in?
would be under the GPU, GPU goes in first PCIe slot, i'd put the wifi adapter about 3-4 slots down to keep a nice area for air to get into the GPU
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I had a pci-e WiFi modem before I got my USB one and the USB one has a more stable connection, didn't take up space inside the case, could be removed easier AND can be used on multiple computers much more easily...
Edit: was actually PCI not pci-e but the point still stands.
So you recommend the USB ones?
Because my thoughts were kinda the same as yours.
GPU is the video card, right? Or part of it?
Sounds like I'll be opting for one of those then.
(Did I use the word opting right? I think I did :P)
Yes to which part of the sentence?
GPU = Graphics Processing Unit
A graphics card is a GPU with its own PCB.
Okay, but this won't matter if I go with a USB WiFi adapter, right?
That's what I thought.
So the question still stands, USB or PCI?
Also where would I plug in the USB, just at any USB port in the exterior of the case?
Why? As far as I understand the USB is better because you can easily plug it an and out whenever you want and keep it for use in other PCs.
PCIe is higher quality though.
As in what? Range, speed?
PCIe wireless cards have better signal reception though.