Re: Type I vs Type II wifi cards

On Wednesday 15 October 2003 11:35 pm, David Kramer wrote:

> II cards.  So I thought I would get a Type II card, but the only
> supported one is the Linksys WCF11, which I understand blocks the
> stylus slot.

> I'm also anxious to get feedback on CF 802.11 cards, especially
> with OpenZaurus, but I'm also concerned about the form factor
> question too.

David,

The SMC 2642W I have works flawlessly with SharpROM < 3.x and OZ.  It 
probably works with all SharpROMs but I haven't tried it.  It is Type 
II and doesn't cover any access holes.  I suspect its power usage is 
higher than the others.

I've also tried it in a laptop _once_ with an adapter.  Make sure you 
get a Type II PC card adapter.   Most adapters are Type I.  My 
adapter is Radio Shack 25-936.

It is older technology and probably out of production.

Dave