On 02/ 3/10 03:20 PM, alan pae wrote:
> Sorry if this is a bit naive.
>
> I'm looking at picking up a Compaq V6000 dual core AMD notebook.
>
> According to the HCL this computer is supported but it looks like the drivers 
> for the built-in wifi are 32-bit only.  The adapter is listed as a Broadcom 
> device.
>
> So, can I still boot 64-bit or do I need to modify the boot to run 32-bit?
>
> Is it easier to just replace the existing adapter with one that has 64-bit 
> drivers and can anyone recommend another adapter?

You'll have to boot to 32-bit mode.  I strongly recommend you use a usb 
adapter or replace the existing one as ndis drivers lack a lot of the 
functionality and performance found in the native ones; I can't give 
recommendations for that.

Cheers,
-- 
Shawn Walker

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