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May 19th, 2023 05:00

Intel AX210NGW

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I have an E5550 I5 and E5570 I7, both run W10 Pro 22H2. Simple question. I want to upgrade the Wifi card for both. Are both these laptops compatible with the Intel AX210NGW? Thanks in advance. 

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May 19th, 2023 06:00

Yes. That card will provide 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, as well as Wifi 6, and possibly 6e if you meet the requirements below.

Note that you may use the 6 GHz band (6e) if:

  • You are in a country on the list approved for 6e
  • You run Windows 11
  • Your router supports 6e

It may be possible to use 6e with Windows 10, if you obtain and install the driver that was briefly released and then withdrawn. I have not done that myself, but have only read about it.

Whenever touching components or working inside a computer, wear a grounded wrist strap, also called anti-static wrist strap, ESD wrist strap, or ground bracelet. It's a cheap and sensible precaution. Rest the laptop on an anti-static mat or at least a reasonable alternative such as corrugated cardboard.

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May 19th, 2023 08:00

From what I can see, both those models accept an M.2 format wifi card, so yes.

Be careful when disconnecting and connecting the tiny antenna plugs that fit over the tiny posts on the card (kind of like snap fasteners on a coat). They are fragile. And be careful to note which sides the white and black cables connect to before you disconnect the existing card.

May 19th, 2023 08:00

Thanks. Just so that I am clear, both models, E5550 & E5570, are suitable?  

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