X61 WiFi range and Network Stumbler issue

[jodo2017]

Hi,

I have a X61 with a Intel 4965 AGN (FRU# 42T0865) and I'm having huge issues with the range of my WiFi.

I've changed the settings in power saving, device manager and Access Connections to best performance and tested with the newest and older drivers, with and without Access Connections. My old X40 (Intel 2200bg) shows double the amount of APs.

Furthermore, I can't get Network Stumbler to detect a singe AP, why is this?

Best Regards
Jodo

[aceo07]

According to thinkpad wiki, http://www.thinkwiki.org/wiki/Intel_PRO ... ss_Adapter, it does not have 'promiscuous mode sniffing capability'.

[bill bolton]

According to thinkpad wiki, http://www.thinkwiki.org/wiki/Intel_PRO ... ss_Adapter, it does not have 'promiscuous mode sniffing capability'.

Not so! The advice below covers the 4965AGN and other Intel WiFi cards...

Promiscuous mode, a new feature found in the Intel® PROSet/Wireless Network Connection Software 10.5.x, 11.1.x, and later versions, prevents network bridge connections from functioning. Promiscuous mode (pmode) allows the WiFi adapter to view all WiFi frames, not just those destined to itself. This type of feature is used when employing frame capturing software. Intel's pmode only supports AirMagnet* frame capture utilities.

Cheers,

Bill B.

[jodo2017]

Thanks, but what does this mean in practice?

Can I run NetStumbler or not? If yes, do I need any special settings on my 4965 AGN?

Regards
Jodo