{"product_id":"9260ngw-wifi-card-dual-band-wireless-5-upgrade-up-to-1-73gbps-no-vpro","title":"9260NGW WiFi Card | Dual Band Wireless 5 Upgrade | Up to 1.73Gbps | No vPro","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e HighZer0 Electronics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Upgrade Older Wireless Hardware with AC9260 WiFi 5 Performance\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The AC9260 \/ 9260NGW is a M.2 2230 wireless networking card designed for customers upgrading older wireless hardware, replacing failed adapters, or extending the useful life of compatible laptop systems. Supporting 802.11ac WiFi 5 technology, dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz operation, 2x2 MU-MIMO, and channel widths up to 160MHz, the card can achieve wireless link rates up to 1.73Gbps when paired with compatible networking equipment.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This model is commonly used as an upgrade or replacement for compatible AC8260, AC8265, AC7265, N7265, AC3168, and AC3165 wireless cards. It is also frequently selected when an older Wireless-N or Wireless-AC adapter has failed and the system owner wants a cost-effective replacement using modern WiFi 5 technology.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The card combines WiFi and Bluetooth functionality into a single M.2 2230 module. WiFi communication uses the PCIe interface available through the wireless slot, while compatible Bluetooth functionality uses the USB interface provided through the same M.2 wireless socket. Because these functions operate independently, compatible Intel WiFi drivers and compatible Bluetooth drivers should both be installed.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The card requires an available Key A or Key E wireless slot. Systems using Key A+E wireless cards can generally utilize either slot style because both interfaces provide the PCIe and USB connections required by wireless networking devices.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Common Upgrade Benefits\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Replace failed wireless hardware\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Upgrade aging Wireless-N adapters\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Upgrade older Wireless-AC adapters\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Add compatible Bluetooth 5.1 device support\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Improve wireless throughput on supported networks\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Extend the useful life of compatible laptop systems\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Compatibility Notes\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Card limits apply. Not intended for systems requiring proprietary CNVio or CNVio2 companion RF modules such as compatible Wireless-AC 9560, Wireless-AC 9461, or Wireless-AC 9462 installations unless the host supports standard PCIe\/USB wireless cards. Verify host requirements before purchase.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Technical Specifications\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; WiFi Standard: 802.11ac WiFi 5\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Maximum Link Rate: Up to 1.73Gbps\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Bands: 2.4GHz and 5GHz\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Streams: 2x2 MU-MIMO\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Form Factor: M.2 2230\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Interface: PCIe (WiFi) + USB (Bluetooth)\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Compatible with Bluetooth 5.1 devices\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Slot Requirement: Key A or Key E wireless slot\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; Antenna Connectors: Compatible with MHF4 \/ IPEX4-style antenna leads\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What's Included\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; 1 x AC9260 \/ 9260NGW Wireless Card\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt; \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;NOT INCLUDED\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; ANTENNAS\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; SCREWS\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; PCIE ADAPTERS\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; USB CABLES\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; MOUNTING HARDWARE\u0026lt;br\u0026gt; TOOLS\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPGRADE FROM OLDER WIRELESS CARDS: Common upgrade for compatible systems currently using AC8260, AC8265, AC7265, N7265, AC3168, AC3165, and other aging Wireless-N or Wireless-AC adapters. Restore wireless performance or replace failed hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFASTER WIFI 5 CONNECTIVITY: Supports 802.11ac WiFi 5, dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz operation, 2x2 MU-MIMO, and link rates up to 1.73Gbps with compatible 160MHz networking equipment. Ideal for streaming, downloads, and everyday productivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eADD MODERN BLUETOOTH SUPPORT: Compatible with Bluetooth 5.1 devices including keyboards, mice, speakers, headsets, controllers, and other peripherals. Compatible Intel WiFi and compatible Bluetooth drivers are required for full functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS: Card limits apply. Not intended for systems requiring proprietary CNVio or CNVio2 companion RF modules unless the host supports standard PCIe\/USB wireless cards. ANTENNAS, SCREWS, AND TOOLS ARE NOT INCLUDED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM.2 2230 WIRELESS SLOT REQUIRED: For systems with an available Key A or Key E wireless slot. Key A+E wireless cards physically fit both Key A and Key E sockets. 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