November 3rd, 2008 | |
Posted in Tutorial
If you have seen my other posts regarding the USB727 and the MacBook Air, you know that I really like this modem with the MacBook Air. When you use the USB727, you have essentially 3 choices:
1) Use the USB727 straight out of the box, plugged directly into the MacBook Air.
2) Use a USB extension cable to connect the USB727 to the MacBook Air.
3) Use a USB Swivel Adapter (about $7 from Radio Shack) to connect the USB727.
Which is best?
First, plugging the USB727 directly into the MacBook Air works, but it is not the best solution. In a pinch, you can certainly use it this way, but you have to be so careful about positioning the laptop on a desk or you will lose the connection.
Second, I recommended using a USB extension cable. While this works really well, some people do not like carrying the cable around while traveling. I still think that it is a good solution because there are times when positioning the antenna of the USB727 is necessary. And attached by cable, you can get the best signal while leaving the computer on the desk.
Third, there is an easy solution available from Radio Shack. They sell a USB Swivel Adapter. When installed, the laptop can lay flat on the desk without disturbing the connection.
Well, of the three, the USB Swivel Adapter is the easiest and provides the most reliable connection. Here are some photos.
Tags:
Mac,
Technical 
