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Every wireless network card has specific compatibility requirements. See our below guide on eligibility, upgrade paths, and more. Note: this is not a catch-all and not 100% guaranteed. For the most accurate information, consult with your computer's manual and/or manufacturer.
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Wi-Fi Model |
Wi-Fi Gen |
Upgrade From |
Processor Required |
Interface Required |
OS Required |
Wi-Fi 5 |
AC-8260, AC-8265, N-7265, AC-7265, AC-3168, AC-3165 |
Intel 8th Gen+ |
M.2 NGFF Key A or E |
Windows 10/11 64-bit or Linux |
|
Wi-Fi 5 |
AC-9461, AC-9462 |
Intel 8th Gen+ |
M.2 CNVio Key E |
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Wi-Fi 6 |
AC-9260 & Most models the AC-9260 replaces |
Intel 9th Gen+ |
M.2 NGFF Key A or E |
||
Wi-Fi 6 |
NONE |
Intel 9th Gen+ |
M.2 CNVio2 Key E |
||
Wi-Fi 6E |
AC-9260, AX200 |
Intel 10th Gen+ |
M.2 NGFF Key A or E |
||
Wi-Fi 6E |
AX201 |
Intel 10th Gen+ |
M.2 CNVio2 Key E |
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Wi-Fi 6E |
AX201, AX211 |
Intel 11th Gen+ |
M.2 CNVio2 Key E |
Last Updated: August 2022
Compatibility Chart Notes: