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WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5 with PCI cards?

WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5 with PCI cards?

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ChampMan
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05-24-2019, 04:03 PM
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Searching extensively online today without success in finding a high-end Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 PCI card with integrated antennas. Looking for traditional screw-in options compatible with the card. Found a few listings on Amazon but they seem questionable and mostly come from AliExpress. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated! - MB
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ChampMan
05-24-2019, 04:03 PM #1

Searching extensively online today without success in finding a high-end Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 PCI card with integrated antennas. Looking for traditional screw-in options compatible with the card. Found a few listings on Amazon but they seem questionable and mostly come from AliExpress. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated! - MB

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05-30-2019, 04:37 PM
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Most devices with cables and antennas can handle both functions. You can set up a station where the cords connect to the card, and then attach the antenna to the station. Alternatively, you can remove the antennas from the station and mount them directly onto the back of the card instead of using cables. It's challenging to find high-end Wi-Fi cards that don't follow this setup.
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kykycake
05-30-2019, 04:37 PM #2

Most devices with cables and antennas can handle both functions. You can set up a station where the cords connect to the card, and then attach the antenna to the station. Alternatively, you can remove the antennas from the station and mount them directly onto the back of the card instead of using cables. It's challenging to find high-end Wi-Fi cards that don't follow this setup.

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05-30-2019, 07:26 PM
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Placing antennas directly into the back is actually the least ideal spot for strong reception, which is why reputable brands are moving away from this approach. With MIMO technology, precise antenna positioning is crucial to capture clear signals without interference from the casing or cables.
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Nik_Master16
05-30-2019, 07:26 PM #3

Placing antennas directly into the back is actually the least ideal spot for strong reception, which is why reputable brands are moving away from this approach. With MIMO technology, precise antenna positioning is crucial to capture clear signals without interference from the casing or cables.

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05-30-2019, 11:29 PM
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Thanks to everything, I picked up the TP-Link AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.0 PCIe adapter. Great performance, the antennas fit either on the PCI card or the magnetic base. The base looked awkward at first, but it actually fits well with the design!
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Kakaquate
05-30-2019, 11:29 PM #4

Thanks to everything, I picked up the TP-Link AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.0 PCIe adapter. Great performance, the antennas fit either on the PCI card or the magnetic base. The base looked awkward at first, but it actually fits well with the design!

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05-31-2019, 12:22 AM
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It’s a thoughtful addition for them, but it’s worth noting that each extra connector may slightly weaken the signal. There’s value in soldering antennas straight to the cable. Nonetheless, there are adapters available that offer flexibility.
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05-31-2019, 12:22 AM #5

It’s a thoughtful addition for them, but it’s worth noting that each extra connector may slightly weaken the signal. There’s value in soldering antennas straight to the cable. Nonetheless, there are adapters available that offer flexibility.

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