Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:25:51 -0600 (MDT) From: Warren Block <wblock@wonkity.com> To: david coder <dacoder@dcoder.net> Cc: freebsd-questions@freebsd.org Subject: Re: mini express cards supported by freebsd Message-ID: <alpine.BSF.2.00.1306120715260.23466@wonkity.com> In-Reply-To: <20130607052808.GB12989@mail3.dcoder.net> References: <20130607052808.GB12989@mail3.dcoder.net>
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On Fri, 7 Jun 2013, david coder wrote: > i need a mini express wifi card for a thinkpad laptop. does anybody know of > one that is supported by freebsd? the aironet card i have is too fat. Thinkpads have a BIOS blacklist that only allows approved cards to be used. The approved cards likely vary significantly depending on the Thinkpad model. The Lenovo web site has information on which cards are available for each model. Some people patch the BIOS to prevent the test and allow other cards. As far as FreeBSD is concerned, I've had the best experience with Atheros cards. There is a list of cards here: https://wiki.freebsd.org/dev/ath_hal%284%29/HardwareSupport There are two sizes for mini PCIE cards, and two or three antenna connectors, so it's important to match the existing card.
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