Adapters and access points
Adapters
While some devices, such as the printer, have built-in Wi-Fi capability, other devices
need an adapter to become Wi-Fi-enabled.
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer
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Examples of common adapters include:
PCMCIA card that plugs into the PCMCIA slot
in a laptop.
ISA or PCI card that can be used with a
desktop computer.
USB adapter that connects to the USB port on
a desktop or laptop computer.
Other types of adapters are available. All adapters come with configuration software