Blue Tooth HP 17-f113dx Note Pavilion laptop

[gat1954]

Lookin  to add Blue Tooth to my Laptop   what are the best ways  ...  1) Chane the Lan/ Card  to add one with  duel capabilities  such as  HP Part  753077-001,    or Card HP 8723BE  wifi /Blue Tooth      or    2)  USB DonGle  ..what ever  is the best   distance delivery  for music , on head phones while cutting   the lawn ,  for  example

[Alden4 · Accepted solution]

Hi @gat1954,

Welcome to HP Support Community.  

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

Adding Bluetooth capabilities to your HP Pavilion laptop can be achieved through different methods. Here are the two options you mentioned.

Internal Card Replacement:

• HP Part 753077-001 or HP 8723BE: Replacing the internal wireless card with one that has Bluetooth capabilities is a viable option. HP Part 753077-001 and the HP 8723BE card both provide both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth functionalities. Ensure compatibility with your laptop model before purchasing.

USB Bluetooth Dongle:

• Using a USB Bluetooth dongle is a convenient and straightforward solution. You can plug it into one of your laptop's USB ports, and it will provide Bluetooth functionality without opening up the laptop or dealing with internal components.

Considerations:

• Distance: If you're primarily using Bluetooth for music playback while cutting the lawn, the distance between your laptop and the Bluetooth headphones becomes crucial. Bluetooth has a limited range, so if you need an extended range, you might want to consider a dongle with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher, as it tends to have better range than older versions.
• Compatibility: Ensure that the Bluetooth solution you choose is compatible with your operating system (Windows, Linux, etc.) and your laptop model.
• Performance: Internal Bluetooth cards are generally more integrated and might offer slightly better performance compared to USB dongles. However, for everyday use like music playback, a good-quality USB dongle should suffice.
• Ease of Installation: If you are not comfortable opening up your laptop and dealing with internal components, a USB dongle is a plug-and-play solution that requires no technical expertise.

Note:

• For optimal audio quality, you might also want to consider the Bluetooth version supported by your headphones. If they support Bluetooth 4.0 or higher, it would be beneficial to have a Bluetooth solution that matches or exceeds that version.

Ultimately, both options can work well. If you prioritize ease of installation and flexibility, a USB Bluetooth dongle is a good choice. If you prefer a more integrated solution and potentially better performance, consider replacing the internal card.

I hope this helps. 
 

Take care and have a good day.

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Alden4
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