I'm using a model 3 B+ and wonder if there is much to be gained Wi-Fi wise by using a dongle like the Edimax.
Is it 'plug and play' or do I need to do some code messing? If I do I won't bother with it
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I'm using a model 3 B+ and wonder if there is much to be gained Wi-Fi wise by using a dongle like the Edimax.
Is it 'plug and play' or do I need to do some code messing? If I do I won't bother with it
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As opposed to the built in WiFi?Originally Posted by Bourneendboy
I'm using a model 3 B+ and wonder if there is much to be gained Wi-Fi wise by using a dongle like the Edimax.
Is it 'plug and play' or do I need to do some code messing? If I do I won't bother with it
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Yes, as I guess it is more reliable?
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It used to be that you had to enable a WiFi dongle via ssh etc but I'm not sure about the newer Pi models.
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Think you need a bit of code.
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Most dongles are plug n play these days if you are running the latest distro, another option if you are struggling with connectivity issues is one of these, plug n play. https://www.modmypi.com/raspberry-pi...w-5dbi-antenna
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Thanks chaps!
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I have a couple of Netgear N300 in use with my Pi set-ups (RPi 2 and RPi 3)
Reasonable price and ultra reliable ... unlike a few 'made-for-Pi' dongles I have tried in the past - and much better than the RPi 3 built in wifi IMV.
Easy to set up - just locate your router and enter the password.
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I use a WiFi dongle with my Pi3/digione. I needed it because I am using the allo metal case that (I assume, I never tried it) would block wireless to the on-board wifi.
I'm using picoreplayer, and setup was easy thru it's Web interface (just disable internal WiFi and enable USB WiFi dongle), I think the initial setup was done over a temporary ethernet cable, but I think you can also do it by editing a config file on the micro sdhc card.
I think almost any wifi dongle will work with a current Linux kernel (I think all the music O/Ss for Pi use Linux), But if you are looking to buy one, it won't hurt to pick was that explicitly advertises Pi-compatibity
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Thanks again fellas. I'm also using the Allo aluminium case, tried the built in wi-fi and get drop outs, so currently on an ethernet cable.
I'd like to lose the cable hence my original question.
I ordered the Netgear dongle suggested from Amazon which is being delivered later today (amazing Amazon Prime service), so hopefully should be running soon.
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