Thank you for the response. I think that might work. I'm still a bit confused by the size & shape of the ExpressCard. Under the Tech Specs, D-Link says the DWA643 is 2.4 inches wide. The slot in the computer is stepped - the blank that is in the slot now is 54mm wide (which is about 2.4") total, with a 34mm wide X 75mm long section and a short section that is 20mm wide X 50mm long. In the overview, they refer to "ExpressCard/34 form factor (34mmX75mm)". I have seen reference to a ExpressCard/54 other places. Is there more than one so-called standard ExpressCard size/shape?
What I'd consider doing is to take your Laptop to the local computer store/shop and ask them what they have and/or what they'd recommend. I have an Inspiron B130 and it works like a champion, but I'm looking for a replacement on. My son will get this one.
Thanks again. I am going to take your advise and take the laptop the store. Hopefully, someone there will know what fits or at least will when they see the slot.
My understanding is that the different sizes of express card are so card manufactuers can "put more in" if they need to. Both the 34mm and 54mm versions of the card use the same connection in the slot. Another thing is that a system manufacturer could use a 34mm only slot to save space (but limit the options) for a particular device, although I've only seen the "combo" version of the ExpressCard slot in use.
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Thank you for the response. I think that might work. I'm still a bit confused by the size & shape of the ExpressCard. Under the Tech Specs, D-Link says the DWA643 is 2.4 inches wide. The slot in the computer is stepped - the blank that is in the slot now is 54mm wide (which is about 2.4") total, with a 34mm wide X 75mm long section and a short section that is 20mm wide X 50mm long. In the overview, they refer to "ExpressCard/34 form factor (34mmX75mm)". I have seen reference to a ExpressCard/54 other places. Is there more than one so-called standard ExpressCard size/shape?
Thanks again,
RonKoll
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January 10th, 2009 13:00
RonKoll,
Maybe you're looking for something like this.
Rick
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January 10th, 2009 14:00
Ron,
What I'd consider doing is to take your Laptop to the local computer store/shop and ask them what they have and/or what they'd recommend. I have an Inspiron B130 and it works like a champion, but I'm looking for a replacement on. My son will get this one.
Rick
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Thanks again. I am going to take your advise and take the laptop the store. Hopefully, someone there will know what fits or at least will when they see the slot.
Ron
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January 12th, 2009 12:00
My understanding is that the different sizes of express card are so card manufactuers can "put more in" if they need to. Both the 34mm and 54mm versions of the card use the same connection in the slot. Another thing is that a system manufacturer could use a 34mm only slot to save space (but limit the options) for a particular device, although I've only seen the "combo" version of the ExpressCard slot in use.
You can get more info about ExpressCard at their website.