Product ID: PEX433WAC11
Upgrade your desktop PC or server to powerful 802.11ac wireless networking. This AC600 network card fits easily into a PCI Express expansion slot to give you dual-band wireless-AC connectivity with speeds up to 433 Mbps.
This wireless-AC adapter lets you add dual-band wireless-AC connectivity to a desktop computer through a PCIe slot. Ideal for your office or home environment, the PCIe Wi-Fi® adapter provides a wireless range of up to 100 feet (30m), when paired with an 802.11ac router. It's a cost-effective solution for adding or upgrading to the latest 802.11ac dual-band wireless networking.
The Wi-Fi adapter supports data rates of up to 433 Mbps at 5 GHz, and 150 Mbps at 2.4 GHz. Two detachable external antennas enhance reception and provide more reliable connections.
The versatile USB Wi-Fi adapter gives you dual-band 2.4/5 GHz support, so you can connect easily to the less congested 5GHz wireless network to enjoy lag-free HD video streaming, online gaming, file transfers or other bandwidth-intensive applications. The WMM Quality of Service (QoS) feature quickly prioritizes video streams, Internet calls and online gaming.
This network adapter has a 1T1R (1 transmitter, 1 receiver) antenna design and features two detachable external antennas (dual-band 3dBi). To integrate easily with all of your networking devices, the wireless network adapter is backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n networks.
The network card is easy to install in the PCI Express slot on your standard or small form-factor computer. It comes equipped with a standard profile bracket, and includes a low-profile bracket that you can swap in to mount the card in smaller or space-constrained systems.
The PEX433WAC11 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | PCI Express x1 |
2 - Connector Type(s) | RP-SMA (Coax, Reverse Polarity SubMiniature A) | |
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
Storage Temperature | 10°C to 70°C (50°F to 158°F) | |
Humidity | 0% ~ 90% RH | |
Hardware | Interface | Wireless Ethernet |
Bus Type | PCI Express | |
Card Type | Standard Profile (LP bracket incl.) | |
Antenna Configuration | 1T1R | |
Industry Standards | IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b | |
Chipset ID | Realtek - 8821AE | |
Indicators | 1 - LED Indicators | Link/Activity |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 1.3 in [32 mm] |
Package Length | 6.6 in [16.8 cm] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 5.5 oz [157 g] | |
Package Width | 5.5 in [14 cm] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 433 Mbps (5 GHz) 150 Mbps (2.4 GHz) |
Max Distance | 30 m / 100 ft | |
Bandwidth | 20/40/80 MHz | |
Auto MDIX | No | |
Full Duplex Support | No | |
Frequency Range | 2.412~2.462 GHz, 5.180~5.825 GHz | |
Frequency | 2.4G/5.8G-Dual band | |
Security Features | WEP Data Encryption | |
WPA and WPA2-PSK Data Encryption | ||
TKIP/AES | ||
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 1.7 oz [49 g] |
Material | Steel | |
Product Length | 4.8 in [12.1 cm] | |
Product Width | 3.8 in [97 mm] | |
Product Height | 0.9 in [22 mm] | |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® 10 (32/64bit), 8 / 8.1 (32/64), 7 (32/64), XP(32/64) Windows Server® 2012, 2008 R2, |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available PCI express expansion slot |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | PCI Express AC600 Wireless-AC network adapter |
2 - Included in Package | detachable external antenna | |
1 - Included in Package | driver CD | |
low profile bracket | ||
quick start guide |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
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