How to upgrade my Laptop's WiFi to WiFi 6E with M.2 card - Great choice!

In this video, we share with you our experience installing the wifi 6E upgrade, the internal NGFF wireless adapter for any laptop computer with this port available. Remember your laptop may have Mini PCIe card or, NGFF, they are two different technologies. In this video we cover the NGFF model.
If you wish to take a look at our video dedicated to upgrading PCIe mini internal card follow this link: • Upgraded my old laptop... which by the way turned out to be a very fortunate mistake.
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The hardware seen on this video (all of them recommended by us):
NGFF Wireless WiFi 6E Card with Bluetooth 5.3: amzn.to/3YhaHk2
For PCIe mini ports:
Half Mini PCI-E WiFi 6 Card: amzn.to/43jW0zI ax3000 (ONLY for older models)
Omada wIfI 6 Access Point EAP610: amzn.to/3u0EwIL
Alternative to Omada Wifi 6 FOR Unifi lovers:
Unifi Wifi AP: amzn.to/3qTLxJ6
Tools for opening up your laptop and basically any Tech gadget: amzn.to/3E5xS7q

[@rachdaadilla1201]

Thank you for you clear guide. I got myself a new intel ax210 for my old Asus X441UB and it works like a butter.

[@ShanOakley]

Excellent article and I very much appreciate the possible troubleshooting answers, such as a physical network line was the problem on a wireless project. I probably would've pulled my hair out of head in frustration before I figured out that one. Thanks

[@Martin-ot7xj]

Hi there , it was complete and clear explanation . keep it up . thnx

[@johnpaulbacon8320]

Thanks for this well done video.

[@ROGG16Gaming]

Hi, I have ASUS K571GD, and it uses m.2 slot, but I'm not sure which pin it uses for the connecting the wire.

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hello Sach, it will usaually be number 1 (a) for this particular model: amzn.to/3u1vv26

[@blueblade455]

Hello, I got a Dell Latitude E5530 and the original Wifi card is an Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 630, Model: 633ANHMW. It looks like a mini PCIe card and has 3 wire connectors on it. The replacement WiFi 6 ones on Amazon show they have 2 wired connections. Does that make a difference? Also my laptop has 1 open PCIe slot with 2 wires available and is not being used. Should I just leave the original card in it and install the new one into the optional slot or should I just remove the old card and install the new one in it's place. Also, what exactly is that 3rd wire for on the original card?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hello, that is correct and it is a matter of design. Some manufacturers handle more antennas when transmitting with different radios. That model you mentioned featured a 3x3 MIMO which was commmon to have two antennas connected. In our most recent experiences whe have ended up using just one, also known as "main". Disconnected the other one and no changes were experienced in range or speed. That, at least for the two models we tested. the other card which is the one you may need: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5LNamSqdsSqldk The PCIe mini card is this one: amzn.to/3hjTq5C As for the secondslot is very probable you can just install it there and have an additional wifi card. There were few models that included that option as they featured WiMAX also. Possibly another reason for the third antenna.

[@blueblade455]

@@TechnologyMoments Ok great, thank you! Good to know there's a good chance I can upgrade my Latitude to WiFi 6 at a reasonable cost. Btw, you do great work on your videos!

[@jeanchrisostomo]

Hey there! Great video! I'm wondering if I can do that to my Lenovo Yoga 720-15ikb too. On the website, it says that my model is compatible with Wireless,CMB,LTN,NFA344A M2 and Wireless,CMB,IN,8265 NV M2, but I'm not sure what that means. Could you please indicate a good compatible wireless card (Bluetooth 5.1 and Wifi 6E) that works on my model?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes, and it is very probable it is an NGFF card, however you just will spend 15 minutes, taking it apart (usually just the lower cover) and make sure it has an NGFF port connection compatible to the one you order. There are just two options PCIe mini (which for your computer model I don't think it has that one, and explained in our other video) and NGFF such as the one in this video. Very easy to tell apart.

[@conrado10000]

Is there a way to know what is the conector of the Wi-Fi adapter on the motherboard throw software ? My motherboard is an Z390 Aorus Master,thanks and have a great day

[@TechnologyMoments]

Not that I know of, but seeing your MB specs, assuming it is rev 1.0, and as it has an integrated wifi adapter, you actually have two options which are 1. Install a PCIe adapter as this one: amzn.to/3ZBgktU, or 2. Go for an adapter that will let you install any m.2 wifi card such as this one: amzn.to/3w1vqLO

[@CAMOBAP795]

Thanks for the video, in near time I wanna try AX210 in my old HP Elitedesk 800 g2 tiny (from 2015) How do you think what chances that it will works?

[@TechnologyMoments]

It most probably will and you'll get overall greater file transfer and browsing performance. Just make sure it is M.2 and not PCIe mini (a bit older but also available). We've used both and both work great. Links to the newest hardware versions are in the description of both videos.

[@dafreakingusername]

Having m.2 intel 3165ac in my Dell laptop not working. Disabled it and using a usb dongle which sucks. What do you recommend to replace it with?

[@TechnologyMoments]

I would replace the internal AC adapter you have which is not working with the one seen on this video. It was rebranded to this one: amzn.to/3YhaHk2 You can practice beforehand how to access the card and remove it. So can make sure you can do it. Good luck!

[@shahbaaz2958]

Hi my laptop has only one anenna wite. I want to upgrade it but Most wifi adaptors need 2 antenna wires. Can I still upgrade the wifi card? Please help!

[@TechnologyMoments]

Sure you can basically most computers use just one antena, your connect it to the main connector or the one labeled "1". This is the newer model for this wifi card: amzn.to/3Xf1bOa

[@dexteri777]

Hey, thank you very much for the information. I am using a ASUS ZenBook UX430UQ Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7500U CPU , is it possible to change the network card to support wifi 6? And if that's possible, which one is compatible with my laptop?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes your ultrabook uses a NGFF card you should be able to use this one with no problem: amzn.to/3xPHoZl Take a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5y6lXakl8ShhdU to disassemble your laptop.

[@dexteri777]

@@TechnologyMoments thanks 😊

[@XenonVFX_YT]

Hey man, I have restarted my pc and dowloded my drivers for this Wi-Fi card, but it. Doesn’t show on my device manager

[@TechnologyMoments]

It may not fully be compatible with your MB. It must at least appear as a device "with no drivers".

[@chatrs1025]

Do you need to replace notebook internal WIFI antenna from 2.4/5GHz to 2.4/5/6GHz?

[@TechnologyMoments]

No, previous antennas will do their work with the new internal card.

[@L22T]

Hi,i have a lenovo ideapad s540 AMD ryzen 5. Im wanting to do the wifi 6e upgrade,please can you find me a card that will work with the laptop thankyou :)

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hi I would love to help you finding the right card however, it is best if you open the computer, check twice if it is NGFF/m.2 or PCIe just by checking the specs online. I would bet that in your case it is an NGFF m.2

[@BeardedFire]

is any m.2 wifi card compatible with basically all laptops or does it have to do with the connector on the pins there ? my old had 2 split apart on left side and one full on right, but i got one that was full on both sides and it didnt work, but couldve been it was bcs needing driver, but idk if its really compatible or not, or does should it be ?

[@TechnologyMoments]

The one you're watching on this video is the one mostly used currently. However (sorry to use this word) older laptops with NGFF (m.2) have poor compatibility with these newer cards. If the laptop is older (oddly enough) PCIe mini cards work with most of them ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5LNamSqdsSqldk ) Por example some brands like HP with their Pavillion first generations are quite troublesome

[@BeardedFire]

I haver a MSI GT 73EVR titan, i tried to upgrade with a "Intel AX211.NGWG.NV Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+) 2230 2x2 AX R2 (6GHz)+BT No vPro" m.2 card, it didnt show up in device manager but i believe my mistake was not to look for updates and drivers, i might try it one more time to see if it works. my only concern was, the old have 2 tabs on left side then one big, the new have 2 big ones @@TechnologyMoments

[@bringitlite8065]

Hi, thank you so much for the video. I would like to ask. Does any wifi card version will work with any laptop? for example I have msi gf63 with wifi 5 ngff card (9560ac), can I change it to a wifi 7 or wifi 6e card? Thanks in advance :)

[@TechnologyMoments]

Very soon we'll release a video for wifi7 update which poses a bigger challenge for upgrading as usually are E keyed cards. Your msi gf63 is relatively recent, and should accept key A and E cards which means it would support newer cards as the intel chipset BE200 WiFi 7 (amzn.to/3VHzgYs ) which we have tested in even core i3 7th gen laptops. Older laptops may not support it. Of course it depends in the MB and the slot being E keyed. (www.delock.de/infothek/M.2/M.2_e.html ) I would suggest, first take a look at your current WiFi card and if it is E keyed the WiFi7 card will work on it. Good luck with your project.

[@bringitlite8065]

@@TechnologyMomentsThank you so much for the response and I'm looking forward to the video. My current card is key E CNVio, but not sure if it supports regular pcie (if it's not support pcie I assume I'm stuck with the current card). The seller said BE200 won't work because my 9th gen intel not support CNVio2 (?) Seller doesn't allow return so I'm afraid it will be a waste if it's not working 😄

[@Ravill]

Hi, im curious how i can determine if my pc can take in wifi 6 card, or what is the limit. i have acer aspire e-15 e5 576g i think its 2017 model and it has m.2 card as i remember. like, how can you tell generally if the pc is compatible with a certain version of a card

[@TechnologyMoments]

If it's model is 2017 it will most like support wifi6, as I did. Just take a peak inside your laptop and make sure it is an m.2 and go ahead and order it. Also there is a new model of this card available we've liked: amzn.to/41djxkq

[@Ravill]

@@TechnologyMoments what about wifi 6E?

[@kacperd2331]

Will the laptop have any issues with a new card? I currently have a MediaTek WiFi card and I want something similar to what's shown in the video. Same pins, etc.

[@TechnologyMoments]

If it has the same port and the correct keyed card, it will work with no problem.

[@kacperd2331]

@@TechnologyMoments same port for sure, idk what about key but i think that's will be ok

[@tkcheng1334]

Hi there, I have a hp pavilion g6 1027tx which is a 2011 model. I wonder if it is possible to upgrade to wifi 6 or 6e? Thx!

[@TechnologyMoments]

I would say it is possible but as happened to me, I had trouble with a very similar laptop and a Mini PCIe card. Take a look at our video about those WiFi cards: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5LNamSqdsSqldk

[@tkcheng1334]

@@TechnologyMoments thanks for the reply! I’m trying to buy a mini PCIe card to upgrade to Wi-Fi 6e. It’s there any fixings if my computer cannot identify the new Wi-Fi adapter? Thanks!

[@bhanshusingla]

Hii Sir, Nice video. I have old hp 15da0352tu laptop and i am facing low wifi speed (around 1mbps realtime downloading speed) with wifi 4.2 module while my friends experience 5 mbps on his new laptop with wifi 5 module on same wifi network. Is it due to 4.2 wifi module? Can i upgrade it to wifi6? Can i solve my low wifi speed issue?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hi Bhanshu, It may range from just power lacking from your current wifi card, or even interference, so I cannot assure you an update is what you need. Would I do it and have my laptop updated to wifi6? Yes. Has my experience been good with this card? Yes. I recommend it and solved many of my specific needs and some other problems related to wifi connectivity. It may not always solve everybody´s

[@Yann_369]

I installed a new AX210 NGFF as you show and use it instead of my 5g Realtek adaptor on my HP laptop which I bought two years ago.. I tried all the possible network reseting but it won't show the wifi card on my peripherals I get only Bluetooth after downloading drivers 😢 any idea on how to fix this or it's a matter of compatibility with HP motherboard??

[@TechnologyMoments]

You-re right, it might just be some compatibility issues. I know it is is not what you want to hear but is not so common. What model is your laptop?

[@Yann_369]

Hi, thanks for asking it's an HP 15s-eq1xxx AMD Ryzen 5 4500UUsing Window 11 Family edition@@TechnologyMoments

[@Yann_369]

@@TechnologyMoments Still have any idea please on how to deal with it?

[@reversechannel8749]

Hi will it still work with my dell-precision 5530 2 in 1

[@TechnologyMoments]

I would day for the release date of your laptop that it would work with no problem. I would use the 210 model amzn.to/3YhaHk2

[@Oraioa]

hello my friend, how can i be sure that my laptop (asus vivobook s15 x530un) will support this wifi card? now i have intel ac8625. thank you

[@TechnologyMoments]

For what I see in the model, MB, and release date of your laptop, this one should work just fine (amzn.to/3YhaHk2 ) Is the one you see in this video.

[@Oraioa]

@TechnologyMoments thank you for fast replying Can you explain to me what are the aspects in understanding if my leptop will support any other m2 wifi card?

[@user-zu3rm8qf8o]

Lenovo E40-80 wifi card possible to upgrade wifi 6E?

[@TechnologyMoments]

We've upgraded some 5th generation i3 but not this particular model. Don't see why it should not work. good luck with your project

[@michalk5262]

Can you connect to 6Ghz 6E ? I bought Asus GT-AXE16000 , and got Intel AX210NGW in my two laptops. None of them can see 6Ghz network. I've got latest edition of Windows 11 22H2 and latest intel drivers for wifi card.

[@TechnologyMoments]

I would recommend going to the device manager, right click your network adapter, and check if you have enabled the 802.11ax wireless mode to AX mode. Also the channel for 6GHz in auto and finally check your prefered band. Be carefull to note your default values before you make any changes.

[@michalk5262]

@@TechnologyMoments I did all u mentioned.I am long time ago on AX , as I use Asus RT--AX86U since two years.

[@MarshallTurner-ds8du]

What do you think of this video?

[@ZomiKayama]

Can we do the same for amd ryzen laptop? Its originally use realtek wifi 5 car, can i upgrade to intel 6e wifi card?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes, you could do it. Just check it is an M.2 slot. If it is an E-Key (important to check first), even to wifi 7 you can upgrade amzn.to/3WvOxME

[@ZomiKayama]

@@TechnologyMoments thank you very much, i ordered intel ax210, hope it works :)

[@juanjotoledogimbert7188]

Very good video sir.... I have an Acer aspire nitro an515-55 with a Intel ax201... What upgrade is the best for? A killer i1690 ax411 not works... :(

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hi, it is probable your laptop does not support CNVIo so I woudl go for this one recommended too for gaming: amzn.to/3Gulcca It will most likely be compatible with your system.

[@TechnologyMoments]

Also dont forget to check if it is CNVIo Version 1 the one your laptop supports. This was just another attempt from manufacturers (intel) to make our lives "easier".

[@juanjotoledogimbert7188]

@@TechnologyMoments I read that the unique card can upgrade is the same you say.... Ax210. But not sure. Connectors from ax210 are far diferent from ax201 🤣

[@alanjohn501]

I would like to upgrade WiFi hp model 2016 HP Notebook - 15-ay004ne ,if i upgrade i will work , which model adapter wil use

[@TechnologyMoments]

It is most likely it will be compatible with the NGFF AX210 model (amzn.to/49dF8NI ) however I would strongly recommend disassembling your computer before, check and compare with what you're about to get.

[@alanjohn501]

@@TechnologyMoments thankz, I changed with AX210 , it's working well

[@muchuyeyd1239]

Hello i got an asus E410MA That has 9461ngw intel wifi card Does an 9560ngw that has 2x2 while my laptop has 1x1 would it work with just 1x2

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes it will. You'll only not reach higher speeds 2x2 can achieve.

[@muchuyeyd1239]

Thank you for answering.

[@Lordvoldemore]

Do you know if this card will work for an xps 9550?

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes it will most probably work with it

[@johanansumague469]

Will intel wifi killer 1675x work on AMD R7 5800H laptop processor? Thanks in advance for the response 🙂

[@TechnologyMoments]

Hi, your processor was launched in 2021... pretty recent, so the motheboard should support these NGFF cards, and of course the 6E model you mention.

[@johanansumague469]

@@TechnologyMoments thanks for the response! I see, wifi card compatibility depends on the motherboard, not on the similarity of the company of my processor and wifi card haha. Thank you so much! Much appreciated!

[@Xflex_fn]

I got a Asus A15 can I switch mediatek mt7921 to intel 6e ax210

[@TechnologyMoments]

I am pretty sure you can. However make sure you could send back the unit in case your MB is one those very few which has problems with newer cards. The newer version works very well: amzn.to/3YhaHk2

[@colin5064]

Hi, excellent video but if l'm honest l didn't fully understand all the technical information presented. My old 2012 Dell Inspiron N5050 uses pci-e mini wifi bluetooth card DL1701.but this is only 2.4GHz. I would like to upgrade my wifi bluetooth card so l have 2.4GHz +5.0GHz available to me. Please may l draw on your extencive knowledge of this subject,to ask for best surgested wifi card upgrade for my Laptop. I will be using windows 10 on this laptop and l have a 5.0GHz capable router at present,but looking to install Win11 soon.

[@TechnologyMoments]

It may not always be compatible. If you can manage to order having the option to return, it is better as we've seen several models of those years not being able to fully upgrade besides bluetooth. A good option to go for wifi6 in older laptops is USB NICs such as this one: amzn.to/3FgYJi4

[@colin5064]

Hi, thank you for the kind reply and advice ref my wifi upgrade path for my laptop. Most appreciated thank you@@TechnologyMoments

[@yuvrajchhatwani]

i have HP Notebook - 15-r284tu will this be compatible with 6ghz band and wifi 6e

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes, this one is compatible with wifi 6E and BT 5.3 amzn.to/3YhaHk2

[@yuvrajchhatwani]

@@TechnologyMoments thats an ngff card and maybe i have half mini pci form factor becaz i have RTL8723BE in my laptop please help me in upgrade my pc to wifi 6e

[@arjunsamuel]

Does this wo4k for dell 9560?

[@TechnologyMoments]

It most likely will work but I recommendo you to open your laptop and check if it is m.2 or PCIe mini ( amzn.to/48qqMIJ )

[@michalk5262]

You didn't connect to 6E , just 6 @ 5Ghz

[@TechnologyMoments]

Correct, like I said this EAP610 from tp-Link Omada does not support 6E with the 6GHz band. And eventhough it connects at outstanding speeds in wifi 6 (most of wifi 6 is located a the 5 GHz band) and as you may've been able to watch in our other videos, even at hospots and capive portals results in a very powerfull wifi network.

[@ironsteal]

You just have to have a modded bios

[@TechnologyMoments]

Yes. Most laptops will just detect the card without further configuration.

[@TurboD16z6]

Nothing explains how to actually connect the wire to the card. Another useless video

[@TechnologyMoments]

It is nothing special, always use main connector, you can just press it firmly considering that it is a coaxial connector. Important to apply force in a uniform manner. To disconnect it try to do it with a pair of small pointed pliers or even better using a pair of tweezers if available. Sorry about not helping witht he video.

[@sausageking-bp4tc]

Does it increase wifi speed on a old wifi laptop

[@TechnologyMoments]

Sure that is exactly what we were able to prove even with PCIe mini cards in older laptops. The new model has some new betterspecs. (amzn.to/3KO8rf9 )

[@BrandonLooi-rs5eg]

i have dell latitude e7250 i7 5600u can i upgrade to wifi 6?

[@TechnologyMoments]

You are too close to the mainboards that did not support it. I would recommend testing a card that you can either use in another laptop or return.