Yes, you can use a laptop Wi-Fi card in an M.2 slot.

F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Networks Yes, you can use a laptop Wi-Fi card in an M.2 slot.

Capfreak
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01-28-2016, 06:59 AM

I’m wondering if removing the 1650ax WiFi card and inserting it into your desktop M.2 slot would be a good idea. Will the M.2 slot detect the card?

Capfreak

01-28-2016, 06:59 AM #1

I’m wondering if removing the 1650ax WiFi card and inserting it into your desktop M.2 slot would be a good idea. Will the M.2 slot detect the card?

Rounyx
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01-28-2016, 10:51 AM

Typically laptop M.2 cards follow the A or E button setup, whereas desktop boards only accept M.2 with M or B+M keys. Unless your system includes a M.2 A/E slot, you likely won't be able to use it.

Rounyx

01-28-2016, 10:51 AM #2

Typically laptop M.2 cards follow the A or E button setup, whereas desktop boards only accept M.2 with M or B+M keys. Unless your system includes a M.2 A/E slot, you likely won't be able to use it.

kenken0724
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01-29-2016, 03:06 PM

It's a distinct M2 key, and the antennas must be recovered and positioned outside the case for optimal signal strength.

kenken0724

01-29-2016, 03:06 PM #3

It's a distinct M2 key, and the antennas must be recovered and positioned outside the case for optimal signal strength.