USB WiFi stick for clamshell iBook?

[mvallance]

Hi. Has anyone successfully used a USB WiFi stick for clamshell iBook?

I obviously want to connect to the latest Airport Extreme but iBook Airport card is older connection (WEP?) but now I need WPA access.

Maybe a USB WiFi would work?

If so, which model please?

Many thanks and love the new look Forum. 

 

[Cory5412]

There are a few USB Wi-Fi devices that work in Mac OS X. I don't know, but I've seen a few references for Mac OS 9. However: Mac OS 9 will never speak WPA, WPA2, or WPA3.

A small WiFi bridge such as https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TQEX8BO/ref=psdc_300189_t1_B000066JQU can be configured using a web browser either on a newer system or on your Mac laptop and can connect to the Mac's ethernet port.

 

[mvallance]

Terrific! I have just ordered the small WiFi bridge. I will let you know how I get along

 

[mvallance]

I bought the TP_LINK mini router and it works a treat with my clamshell iBook. The set up was straightforward as per instructions. I am now connected to my  WiFi via the LAN cable from iBook to mini router. Explorer works in OS 9.2. Netscape works in OSX 10.4.11. Of course not all web pages load but I only want to use my iBook for occasional work. 

I never noticed how snappy OS 9 was before. It is so responsive.