Check compatibility for ASRock Z370 Pro 4 Wi-Fi M.2 cards.
Check compatibility for ASRock Z370 Pro 4 Wi-Fi M.2 cards.
Hi, I discovered an AC 9560 Intel M.2 card with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth from a previous Dell laptop. I attempted to connect it to my z370 board but it didn’t work. I’ve looked on forums and found that the 9560 isn’t compatible with ASRock Z370 due to chipset issues. Could the 9260NGW fit your setup? Your motherboard has a Key E slot under the CPU power phases. You have a 970 Evo in the top M.2 port and your SATA 3 ports are handling four 3.5-inch HDDs plus two SSDs. Only the topmost 16x PCIe slot is used for your 3060ti.
z370 lacks CNVi support whereas the z390 chipset does. It seems you should use a wireless card that doesn’t require CNVi, capable of operating independently and communicating via PCIe lanes and USB (for Bluetooth). The specs for 9260NGW don’t mention CNVi, so it should function without it: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...tions.html and the product brief linked there. I believe this should work. The page notes that certain part numbers use CNVi and won’t fit your board: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...eless.html Additionally, Intel’s support articles mention issues with AX210 (WiFi 6E) and some Bluetooth problems, though fixes may have been made. AX200NGW is available from US sellers for around $14.50: https://www.ebay.com/itm/394338401143 While AX200 was popular at the time, some users reported Bluetooth glitches and intermittent drops—possibly resolved later. There are also budget options like the 8260 under $10 and many 9xxx cards for less than $20, offering a wide selection.
You're considering the 9260NGW, which is available at a discount and offers a return option if needed.