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Computer manufacturers have left many people in the dark by updating their computers to only include express card expansion ports. Although this is a new and better technology, people with legacy PCMCIA cards are left out in the rain without a way to use those cards. These are primarily modem adapter cards like those you would get from a cell phone provider. These cards allow mobile Internet access from anywhere you can get a cell phone signal.
PCMCIA card present a special problem to people who have upgraded to new computers. There are two reasons for this: Cost of the card and availability of alternative cards that use express card technology.
These cards are often very expensive. Buying them from a cell phone company even requires you to often sign a contract for various terms of service. This makes upgrading to a new card expensive, and sometimes even impossible if you are no far enough along in your contract. Many of the new cards, although express card, do not offer any advantage over the old cards as far as speed or reliability - the form factor is the only thing that has changed.
Even if you are able to afford an upgrade, and the plan with your service provider allows it, there may not even be an express card version of your modem card. Service providers have been slow to get this new technology out the door while the computer manufacturers have been falling all over themselves trying to add express card ports as a "feature." Having a PCMCIA (also called cardbus) modem card and a new computer with only and express card port certainly presents a problem.
So how is this problem silved? There are actually a few options out there that will get you rolling with mobile data in almost no time at all. Neither solution is perfect, but they both should work - at least until you are able to upgrade your modem card. The first solution is to use a USB to Cardbus adapter. The second solution is to put that express card port to work with a Express Card to PCMCIA adapter. Either one will work, but both have different advantages.
First we will examine the USB to PCMCIA solution. USB is an obvious choice because it is so ubiquitous. Almost any PC you find will have at least a few USB ports. That makes this a great solution for ultimate compatibility. The other advantage of a USB adapter is that you can use your modem card on a desktop computer. This can come in handy in various situations.
The USB adapter does have a few drawbacks. Like any modem adapter card, it is only compatible with certain wireless modem cards. Fortunately, all the major cards that are most popular are covered. You will most likely be okay with the card you have, but it's a good idea to double check the compatibility list for a given card just to make sure.
The other drawback is that a USB to PCMCIA adapter is more expensive than the alternative. They will set you back around $200, a bit more than the next alternative we will discuss. Of course, for someone who absolutely needs a solution, the price isn't too bad - although comparable to the price of a brand new card.
The next solution is to use the new express card slot for an Express Card to PCMCIA adapter. This is generally a good idea since the one technology is meant to take over the other. You are basically using the old format card in the new format slot.
These adapters tend to be a little bit cheaper - around $100, but do not offer the same compatibility as a USB adapter. If you want to use the card in a desktop computer, for example, you will need to purchase a PCI express card adapter. Still, this should work on any new computer with an express card slot. This makes it a great solution for mobile warriors who need data wherever they go but don't need a mobile data card for anything else.
As with a USB to PCMCIA adapter, the Express card adapter is only compatible with certain modem cards. Again, check compatibility on the card you intend to buy but most cards should be covered without a problem.
One last solution you might want to consider is a PCMCIA PCI card for your desktop computer. This isn't the best solution for most people as these types of modem cards are typically used in notebook computers, but if you need a card to work in your desktop computer, this solution might be for you. These cards are generally inexpensive (~$20 and up depending on what exactly you need). A PCMCIA PCI Card will also be compatible with virtually any modem card you throw at it, making this solution a good fit if you have multiple cards or cards that are not compatible with a USB or Express Card adapter.
Of course, if you don't want to mess with an adapter, you will just have to wait until your cell contract runs out or until your service provider offers and allows you to purchase an upgraded express-format card. This may be your best bet if you do not absolutely need mobile data and can get by for a year or so without it.
Whichever solution you decide to use, you will be up and running with mobile data in no time. Staying connected is an important part of many people's daily lives and jobs, so it is important to make sure the technology designed to allow us to be connected works. Not the same solution will work for everyone, but there is a solution out there that will work for you.
Sam Garfield is a technolgy expert and mobile communcations guru.
For more information on using Express Card to PCMCIA adapters and for compatibility lists, please visit http://sewelldirect.com/Duel-Systems-ExpressCard-to-PCMCIA-Adapter.asp
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Aluratek WMQ137AM 3G Wireless USB / PCMCIA Cellular Router $74.95 "Aluratek WMQ137AM Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The Aluratek WMQ137AM 3G wireless USB / PCMCIA cellular router is a new 3G / 4G wireless routers that allow to get access of of Hi-speed internet connection anywhere you get a cellular signal. You can insert your USB cellular 3G / 4G modem into the router s USB port and you are all set. The 3G wireless USB is perfect solutions for setting up mobile work stations, providing internet access for conventions, tradeshows, and hotel rooms. It helps in instant HotSpot to allow multiple users to share internet access on cross country trips in a car, van or RV and is ideal for emergency services and first responders and many others. WMQ137AM Features: 3G Wireless USB / PCMCIA Cellular Router, Instant WiFi Hotspots at Any Location Where You Have 3G Connection, Web Based GUI for Router Management, Supports 3G USB Cellular Modems & PCMCIA Modem Cards, Supports NAT, Routing, Firewall, VPN Pass-Through & DHCP Server, Supports EV-DO, HSDPA & HSUPA, Supports 64/128 bit WEP & WPA/WPA2 Encryption, Compatible w/ 802.11b/g/n Devices, Work w/ Existing DSL or Cable Modem, Connection Wizard For Easy Setup, Requirements: -3G USB Modem, DSL Modem or Cable Modem -802.11b/g/n Enabled Device For Wireless Connection or RJ-45 Port For Wired Connection, For 802.11n, It Supports 1TIR Includes: 3G Desktop Router, Router stand, RJ-45 Cable, Antenna, Power adapter, Instructional Manual / CD, Warranty / Registration Card" |
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Brainboxes / 1PORT PCMCIA RS232 / PM-020-001 $103.22 Brainboxes - 1PORT PCMCIA RS232 - PM-020-001 |
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Brainboxes / 1PORT PCMCIA RS232 / PM-143-001 $103.22 Brainboxes - 1PORT PCMCIA RS232 - PM-143-001 |
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Blank White CarShaped Card Set Pack of 80 $72.9 48 Pc. Blank White CarShaped Card Set. Includes 24 blank white carshaped cards and 24 white envelopes. (48 pcs.) Cards 5 x 4 ; envelopes 5 1/4 x 4 1/8 . Dimensions:. Length: 13. Height: 13. Width: 13 |
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Blank Dry Erase Boards $52.58 This set of ten 9" x 12" blank boards contain high quality dry-erase boards with the graphics permanently etched into the surface. Corners and edges are rounded for safety. |
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Aluratek - WMQ137AM 3G Wireless USB/PCMCIA Cellular Router $60.99 (1 Total) PC Card 1 1 Mbps IEEE 802.11b 1 Year 1 x Detachable 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Network LAN 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Network WAN 1 x Type A USB WAN 10 Mbps Ethernet 10/100Base-TX 10/100Base-TX Twisted Pair 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet 11 Mbps Auto-fallback @ IEEE 802.11b 2400 MHz IEEE 802.11b/g ISM Band 54 Mbps 54 Mbps Auto-fallback @ IEEE 802.11g 6 Mbps IEEE 802.11g 64/128 bit WEP WPA WPA2 CDM530AM 3G Portable Wireless USB Cellular Router RJ-45 Cable Router Stand Antenna Power adapter Instructional Manual / CD Warranty / Registration Card DHCP Web based GUI Supports EV-DO, HSDPA, and HSUPA Supports 3G USB modems Aluratek introduces its new 3G/4G Cellular Modem Routers to allow you to get Hi-Speed internet Access anywhere you get a cellular signal. Simply insert your cellular 3G/4G modem air card into the router and you are all set. This is a perfect solution for setting up mobile work stations, providing internet access for cross country trips in a car/van/RV, First Responders creating an instant network, Conventions and tradeshows or traveling in groups and sharing a hotel floor and having internet access, boaters, and many others. NAT Aluratek Aluratek, Inc Desktop IEEE 802.11n (draft) WMQ137AM WMQ137AM 3G Wireless USB/PCMCIA Cellular Router Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11n (draft) Wireless Router www.aluratek.com |
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AZiO (AWN254) 802.11G 54mb Wireless PCMCIA Adapter $18.49 AZiO (AWN254) 802.11G 54mb Wireless PCMCIA Adapter |
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Edge Tech Corporation / COMPACTFLASH TO PCMCIA / EDGDM-179519-PE $25.61 Edge Tech Corporation - COMPACTFLASH TO PCMCIA - EDGDM-179519-PE |
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Startech.com / 2PORT PCMCIA SATA NOTEBOOK / CBESAT2 $46.12 Startech.com - 2PORT PCMCIA SATA NOTEBOOK - CBESAT2 |
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SIIG INC / 1PORT RS-232 PCMCIA 16650 / JJ-PCM012-S3 $64.26 SIIG INC - 1PORT RS-232 PCMCIA 16650 - JJ-PCM012-S3 |
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Atek / PCMCIA MODEM CABLE 15PIN / PCCA-M-15-1 $31.23 Atek - PCMCIA MODEM CABLE 15PIN - PCCA-M-15-1 |
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Startech.com / StarTech.com ExpressCard to PCMCIA Adapter Card / CB2EC $65.45 Startech.com - StarTech.com ExpressCard to PCMCIA Adapter Card - CB2EC |
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Cherry / PCMCIA READER W/CAC CARD / SR-4044 $76.36 Cherry - PCMCIA READER W/CAC CARD - SR-4044 |
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Addonics / POCKET ULTRA DIGIDRIVE PCMCIA / AEPUDDU $71.33 Addonics - POCKET ULTRA DIGIDRIVE PCMCIA - AEPUDDU |
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Quatech / Parallel PCMCIA Card 1port EPP / SPP-100 $118.17 Quatech - Parallel PCMCIA Card 1port EPP - SPP-100 |
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Startech.com / 1 PORT CARDBUS PCMCIA / PCI2PCMCIA1E $41.98 Startech.com - 1 PORT CARDBUS PCMCIA - PCI2PCMCIA1E |
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ASANTE Wireless PCMCIA adapter with Xwing antennas AL1511 $11.56 ASANTE Wireless PCMCIA adapter with Xwing antennas AL1511 |
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NOKIA PCMCIA carrier card Expansion Module NIF4428FRU $521.25 NOKIA PCMCIA carrier card Expansion Module NIF4428FRU |
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1gb Pcmcia Ata Flash Card For Cisco # Css5-Fd-1gb $284.99 1GB PCMCIA ATA FLASH CARD FOR CISCO CS |
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PCMCIA CardBus to PCI Card Adapter for Desktop $11.55 Add one PCMCIA type III interface for desktop PC to use laptop PC's PCMCIA devices. |
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