Good pci-e dual band adapter?

xkm1948 · Jun 11, 2012, 04:06 AM

I am using the asus pcie n15 right now on my PC. I must say the quality is a big let down. From the same location even my ipad can get 25~29MBps on speedtest. My PC can only get 14~16MBps. The lack of dual band is disappointing as well.

So do you guys know any good pci-e based wifi adapter that can do dual band as well? I want to get all my pc and laptop on 5G band running 11n only while leaving 2.4G for guests.

Thanks!

CaptainFailcon · Jun 11, 2012, 04:17 AM

2.4G has better range
ASUS PCE-N53 Dual-Band Wireless-N600 Adapter IEEE ...

xkm1948 · Jun 11, 2012, 04:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaptainFailcon

2.4G has better range
ASUS PCE-N53 Dual-Band Wireless-N600 Adapter IEEE ...

After the freak show of N15, I just dont feel like purchasing an ASUS brand adapter anymore. I was expecting a lot more from the N15....

Mussels · Jun 11, 2012, 05:49 AM

move the aerial? the ipad likely has a better location.

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