- HIGH-SPEED WIFI 5 PERFORMANCE: AC9260 802.11ac wireless card supports dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz connectivity, 2x2 MU-MIMO, and up to 1.73Gbps link rates with compatible 160MHz networks for gaming, streaming, and productivity
- SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Requires an available M.2 2230 Key A, Key E, or Key A+E wireless card slot with compatible antenna leads. Not intended for M-Key SSD slots, SATA M.2 slots, Mini PCIe slots, or unsupported CNVio-only systems
- SUPPORTS BLUETOOTH 5.1: Provides integrated WiFi and Bluetooth functionality on a single card. WiFi and Bluetooth drivers may require separate driver installation. Bluetooth support depends on system configuration and driver setup
- POPULAR UPGRADE OPTION: Common replacement candidate for AC8260, AC8265, AC7265, N7265, AC3168, and AC3165 wireless cards. Compatible with many systems using standard PCIe and USB based M.2 wireless interfaces
- WHAT'S INCLUDED: 1 x AC9260 9260NGW wireless card. ANTENNAS, SCREWS, PCIE ADAPTERS, USB CABLES, AND TOOLS ARE NOT INCLUDED. Desktop installations may require a separate adapter board, antennas, and USB connection
M.2 2230 WIFI 5 WIRELESS CARD FOR COMPATIBLE LAPTOPS AND DESKTOPS: The AC9260 9260NGW is an M.2 2230 wireless network card designed for systems with a compatible Key A, Key E, or Key A+E wireless card slot. This WiFi 5 (802.11ac) wireless card combines dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.1 functionality into a single compact module, making it a common replacement and upgrade option for many notebook, workstation, and desktop systems. Supporting 2x2 MU-MIMO technology, dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz operation, and channel widths up to 160MHz, the AC9260 can achieve theoretical link rates up to 1.73Gbps when used with compatible routers, access points, operating systems, drivers, antennas, and network configurations. Actual performance varies based on environment, signal quality, network equipment, and system configuration.
COMPATIBILITY INFORMATION: Designed for systems with a standard PCIe and USB based M.2 wireless card interface. Compatible with many systems using supported processors and operating systems, including compatible systems with Intel and AMD processors. Common replacement candidate for AC8260, AC8265, AC7265, N7265, AC3168, and AC3165 wireless cards.
CARD LIMITS: Not intended for M-Key NVMe SSD slots, SATA M.2 storage slots, or Mini PCIe slots without an adapter. Not intended for systems requiring CNVio or CNVio2-only wireless modules. Systems currently using 9560NGW, 9461NGW, or 9462NGW wireless cards should verify host compatibility before purchasing.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES: WiFi and Bluetooth operate as separate devices on the card and may require separate driver installations. If WiFi functions but Bluetooth does not, verify Bluetooth drivers are installed and enabled within the operating system and BIOS. Desktop installations may require a separate PCIe adapter board, internal USB connection, and external antennas.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
WiFi Standard: 802.11ac WiFi 5
Form Factor: M.2 2230
Slot Types: Key A, Key E, Key A+E
Frequency Bands: 2.4GHz and 5GHz
Streams: 2x2
MU-MIMO: Supported
Channel Width: Up to 160MHz
Maximum Link Rate: Up to 1.73Gbps
Bluetooth Version: 5.1
Security: Supports WPA2 and WPA3 with compatible setup
Interface: PCIe (WiFi) + USB (Bluetooth)
WHAT'S INCLUDED: 1 x AC9260 / 9260NGW Wireless Card
NOT INCLUDED: ANTENNAS, SCREWS, PCIE ADAPTERS, USB CABLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND TOOLS ARE NOT INCLUDED
