Difference between revisions of "MiniPCI Express slot"
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| − | Though the slot is PCIe in form factor, there is a strong possibility (as yet unconfirmed for the mini PCIe) that it has been crippled to only accept devices with PCI-ID's contained in a BIOS whitelist. (see [[Problem with unauthorized MiniPCI network card]]). | + | Though the slot is PCIe in form factor, there is a strong possibility (as yet unconfirmed for the mini PCIe) that it has been crippled to only accept devices with PCI-ID's contained in a BIOS whitelist. (see [[Problem with unauthorized MiniPCI network card]]). Anyone who has added non-Lenovo components to this slot either successfully or unsuccessfully is encouraged to provide any relevant details here. |
=== Linux support === | === Linux support === | ||
Revision as of 02:40, 18 January 2008
A MiniPCI Express slot is a version of the PCI-Express x1 slot for Notebooks
MiniPCI Express Adapters
- Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
- ThinkPad 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Mini Express Adapter
- ThinkPad 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini Express Adapter
- Verizon 1xEV-DO WWAN
(In)Compatibility
Though the slot is PCIe in form factor, there is a strong possibility (as yet unconfirmed for the mini PCIe) that it has been crippled to only accept devices with PCI-ID's contained in a BIOS whitelist. (see Problem with unauthorized MiniPCI network card). Anyone who has added non-Lenovo components to this slot either successfully or unsuccessfully is encouraged to provide any relevant details here.
Linux support
MiniPCI Express adapters are handled by the Linux PCI subsystem.
