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• 2.4GHz: 574 Mbps
• 5GHz: 2400 Mbps
•6GHz: 5800 Mbps(Wi-Fi 7)Key TechnologyReliable Gigabit Ethernet (1G Base-T).LatestWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)with tri-band, MU-MIMO, 4K-QAM, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO).Best For•Gaming(lowest latency)
•Servers/NAS(stable transfers)
•Offices(reliable connection)
• Replacing a broken motherboard port•Cutting-edge speedwith Wi-Fi 6E/7 routers
•No Ethernet cablein the room
• ConnectingBluetoothdevices (headphones, controllers)
• Future-proofing your PCInstallationSimple: plug into PCIe slot, connect Ethernet cable.Requires: plug into PCIe slot, connect Bluetooth cable to motherboard, attach antennas, install driver.OS SupportVery Broad:Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, LinuxModern Systems:Windows 10/11 (64-bit).6GHz band requires Windows 11.IncludedCard, low-profile bracket, screws, guide.Card, 2x external antennas, Bluetooth cable, low-profile bracket, screws, driver card, manual.Which One Do You Need? A Simple GuideChoose the WL-NWP001 Wired Ethernet Card if: "My internet needs to be rock-solid and fast."You play competitive online games, transfer huge files, or run a home server. Nothing beats a wired connection for stability and consistent low latency. "I have a router nearby, and I can use a cable."You want the simplest, most reliable upgrade for your desktop's internet. "My PC is older, but I need a good network port."It works with almost any Windows or Linux version.
Choose the WN685BE3-B Wi-Fi 7 & Bluetooth Card if: "I can't run an Ethernet cable to my desktop."Your router is in another room, or you want a clean, cable-free setup. "I want the latest and fastest wireless for my new PC."You have (or plan to get) a Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7 router and want to experience its full multi-gigabit speed for 8K streaming, VR, or fast file transfers over Wi-Fi. "I need Bluetooth on my desktop."You want to connect wireless headphones, speakers, game controllers, or keyboards directly to your PC.
Consider Both if: You are a power user who wants thebest of both worlds: use the wired connection for gaming and critical work, and keep the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth card for convenience, connecting mobile devices, or as a backup.
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