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D_VoN
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Jun 29, 2016
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Doesn't the Pi 3 have built in bluetooth and wifi? Why the dongle?
mpratt14
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Jun 29, 2016
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D_VoNFor those wondering, the reason it also comes with a separate WiFi adapter is so that you can have an array of 2 antennas, thereby making Multiple Input - Multiple Output (MIMO) possible. The Raspberry Pi by itself has only 1 antenna for both WiFi and BT (I think...)
JonHelgi
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Jun 30, 2016
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mpratt14The network is connected by USB 2.0, so not much bandwith. Try something like this -> https://www.amazon.com/Fanless-Desktop-Embedded-C1037u-1-8ghz/dp/B00ZI8HL7E?ie=UTF8&keywords=qotom%20dual&qid=1440016238&ref_=sr_1_4&sr=8-4
mpratt14
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Jun 30, 2016
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JonHelgiData rate is not a priority for me, I just want to at least have a network with it in the 5 GHz band with a nice low latency. I don't think USB 2.0 makes the 5 GHz band impossible, just not the best performance. I also have some devices that just run better on AC type network in the higher frequency bands.
This thing you suggested is not only unavailable but also probably around $200 and requiring more parts to put to use properly, putting it outside my price range as well... I'm not looking for a whole mini-PC, nor do I want some cheap RP 3 alternative from china like the Orange Pi
This thing you suggested is not only unavailable but also probably around $200 and requiring more parts to put to use properly, putting it outside my price range as well... I'm not looking for a whole mini-PC, nor do I want some cheap RP 3 alternative from china like the Orange Pi
mpratt14
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Jun 30, 2016
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JonHelgiAlthough, for other reasons I think you are right. USB 2 is Half-duplex vs. USB 3 which is full-duplex. This makes USB 2 not very ideal at all for any kind of adapter
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