Airport card question...

[masterjedi73]

I have an AirPort card from 1999. Which base system should I use with it and where's the best place to get it?

thanks

[Celeron]

Any 802.11b access point/router should work for you. The Linksys BEFW11S4 is roughly $50.

[trainguy77]

airport extreme will run with it but at the lower speeds. or get a used airport

[nargot]

I have an AirPort card from 1999. Which base system should I use with it and where's the best place to get it?

thanks

do a google search for wireless b routers

[masterjedi73]

Any 802.11b access point/router should work for you. The Linksys BEFW11S4 is roughly $50.


So I noticed that that model does not say it works for Mac. It lists all of the Windows platforms, though....Will I need a CD or software to use it? ...or is it plug and play on the mac?

[patrick0brien]

So I noticed that that model does not say it works for Mac. It lists all of the Windows platforms, though....Will I need a CD or software to use it? ...or is it plug and play on the mac?

-masterjedi73

Plug and play. TCP/IP is TCP/IP. :D

[ftaok]

I have an AirPort card from 1999. Which base system should I use with it and where's the best place to get it?

thanksI have the Netgear WGR614, which is an 802.11g router (54 Mbps). You may not need the extra speed.

Amazon is selling the Netgear MR814 (802.11b) for $24 after rebates. Plus shipping is free if you choose SuperSaver.

Here's a LINK (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00006HYKM/qid=1080045792/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl23/103-2281196-4243067?v=glance&s=electronics&n=507846)

[MacBoyX]

So I noticed that that model does not say it works for Mac. It lists all of the Windows platforms, though....Will I need a CD or software to use it? ...or is it plug and play on the mac?

I use Linksys's router and here's the low down,

It cannot be upgraded (have the flash bios replaced) with a Mac easily, but it certaily works fine, the configuration utility runs via a web browser, even Safari.

I like linksys a little more than netgear since I think they have an easier to understand setup utility (via ur browser).

You do not need an AirPort Base Station, even used ones are PRICEY.

macboyX

[SpaceMagic]

A good solid 802.11b Access station/base station will be fine. Linksys, D-Link, etc are all good makes. Belking, i haven't had such good reception with, although their other products are usually good.

Despite this, it may be worth getting a 802.11g base station so it will be future proof for a few more years and not that much more expensive anymore.

I have an Airport Extreme base station with a G5 wired, and iMac USB WiFi b and an iBook with the 1999 airport card. Everything is running cool :cool: