on 10/18/04 8:04 AM, Debra Platt at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Can wireless-G be used on an imac 400mhz or is it better to stick with B?
That iMac's internal slot only accepts a normal Airport card, which is wireless-B. Apple didn't start putting Airport Extreme, or wireless-G card slots in the iMacs until the last of the flat panel G4s. So, you could do wireless-B with an internal Airport card. This is good because it doesn't clutter up your Mac with any additional external bits. You could also do wireless-B with a USB adapter. This is good because you don't even have to open the computer to install it, and many are USB powered and just connect directly to the USB port, no wires or extra clutter on your desk. Make sure the device comes with a driver for your OS before you buy. To use a USB wireless-G adapter you would need USB 2.0, which your iMac does not have. The only way to get wireless-G speeds would be to use an Ethernet to wireless adapter. This has the benefit of higher speed, and doesn't require drivers, but means having another accessory wired to your Mac and taking up room on your desk, and taking up a power outlet. -- The iMac List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | - Epson Stylus Color 580 Printers - new at $69 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> iMac List info: <http://lowendmac.com/imac/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/imac-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- >The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
