The wireless adapter is simply "built-into" your Gateway laptop. The adapter conforms to the "G" standard which means it will communicate with all standard "G" routers and other computers which have "G" type cards/adapters. (Note: "B" is the previous standard; "N" is the next generation standard, but the "N" specifications have NOT been approved as of the date of this writing.) You should have no significant issues "connecting" to your home network. Specifically, it is mounted under one of the little panels which are on the bottom of your laptop's case. Even more specific - it is a "mini-PCI" card and is quickly replaceable should it ever fail.