How to Make a Mac Pro Wireless
I currently have four computers (one Mac G4 and three PCs) wired to a Netgear wireless router. I recently acquired a Mac Pro. Where I want to keep and use the new computer will make running a new cable impractical. I’ve asked several Mac users how to make the computer wireless, but they all have different answers. How does one make a Mac Pro wireless?
Current Mac Pros come with AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless, already equipped. (You can double-check that the AirPort card is present in your Mac Pro by opening the System Profiler application and clicking AirPort in the column on the left.) Check your menu bar for the AirPort logo (it’s shaped like a baseball diamond), and click it to turn AirPort on. The Mac will scan for wireless networks, and if your Netgear router is in range, you can select it, enter your network’s password, and you’ll be connected.

Mac Pros have four PCI Express slots for adding expansion cards…

…like this AirPort Extreme card sold by Other World Computing.
While current Mac Pros have that AirPort Extreme card standard, some previous Mac Pro models didn’t. When the Mac Pro was introduced in 2006, it came with two Ethernet ports (for wired connectivity) but the AirPort Extreme card was an optional add-on. It didn’t become standard until 2010. But you can still add an AirPort Extreme card to a Mac Pro that didn’t come with one. We recommend picking it up from Other World Computing, which sells the Apple AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wireless Mini-PCIe Card ($89.99). It comes with installation instructions, and you won’t even need any tools since the Mac Pro is so easy to open. That card’s 802.11n speeds are the fastest available for your Mac Pro, and once it’s installed, you’ll be able to connect to your router wirelessly.
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I have a 1st generation Mac Pro, I did this upgrade a while back. I obtained a card from Sweetwater for about $80. The upgrade was fairly straightforward, except for attaching the antenna wires. Mine were tucked behind the motherboard and took some time to bring up. Then the process of attaching them to the card was a little iffy. Basically they work like buttons, but they (at least mine) took quite a bit of force to get to snap into place. I was worried I was going to crack something on the card or the logic board. However, I was able to do it and I now enjoy 802.11n wi-fi on my Mac Pro. A worthy upgrade as there's not exterior antenna to get in the way or mess up the looks of the tower.
If you don't want to worry about cracking open the box or possible messing up the logic board, just get a USB wi-fi stick wlrayburn said. Plus, if they ever add another wi-fi standard (802.11p maybe?lol) you will be able to upgrade easily. With my interior card, it's 802.11n or bust, I don't think I'd do the process again just to get the next wireless standard.lol
Mr. Happypants
January 01, 2011 at 10:15am
I think you're right, I doubt I'd drop $90 simply to get a printer sharing out of the deal. I could get s decent N-Speed router for that kind of money.
wlrayburn
January 01, 2011 at 9:36am
Aren't there several inexpensive usb wireless adapters for under $20 available that work on MacPros? I know I've added bluetooth to my 2006 MacPro 1,1 for $3 with a tiny usb dongle in my monitor's hub. It didn't require any software drivers and connected right away. I have considered adding wifi to my Pro with a little Airlink $10 dongle (Meritline had it on sale via dealmac.com). It's wireless n and can go in any USB slot, whether directly in the Pro or in a USB hub.
Mr. Happypants
December 31, 2010 at 12:09pm
I wonder, would this make it available as a wireless print server? I've got a Brother model laser that's supposed to have built-in wireless access but I've been able to make it work. Short of getting a router that has print server functions, adding wireless to the Desktop Mac might be as good or better.
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