Thanks Jeff,

I also found this list http://linuxwireless.org/en/users/Devices/USB

Joe

> On 3/26/13 12:50 PM, Novick, Jeffrey L CTR (US) wrote:
>
>
> You can start looking here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_open_source_wireless_drivers#Linux
> It's probably not a perfect answer as it only lists chipset compatibility, but I hope it's at least a start.
>
> I personally have a Netgear WN111, using it with hostapd as an access point. It is stable in G mode.
> When I try to set it up in N mode, it seems to just stop responding under load.
> I saw a couple messages on other lists that others have had the same problem. G is good enough for my use, so I stopped searching.
>
> I have not tried it as a client.
>
> Jeff
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Joseph Areeda
> Sent: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 2:22 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Any recommendations for a compatible USB WiFi?
>
> I tried to use the Broadcom WiFi that came with the motherboard (don't
> have the model number right now).
>
> It seemed to not be recognized although Windows sees it fine in another
> system.
>
> Would someone recommend a good USB Wifi that has current drivers for
> SL6.3?  Or point me to a list of drivers available in the release
> repositories?
>
> It's a long story but we need both wired and wireless on this system and
> easier to buy a compatible interface rather than do much work to find
> non-standard drivers.
>
> Thank you,
>
> Joe
>
> xxx
>