WiFi/BT Module for Asrock Z370 Extreme4?

[hingchannnn]

Hello, 

 

I currently have an Asrock Z370 Extreme4 and noticed unlike other motherboards with integrated Wifi, this one does not have any wifi card, and I'm looking for an AC Wifi/ Bluetooth module that is compatible with the board. I also noticed it doesn't come with those two coaxial connector things for attaching antennas. I don't really need to use Wifi right now but I think if the board has that feature, I might as well take advantage of it. Anyone have any ideas on which modules are compatible? And how exactly I can get the two coaxial plugs? Much appreciated, thank you!

[Tsuki]

that board doesnt have wireless...and nowhere does it mention that it has that feature

you will either need to get a usb wireless adapter, or a wireless PCI card.

[Guest]

It's basically just saying there's an M.2 E Key slot... but just do what @Tsuki said since there's no way to have a meaningful antenna. I don't get why they even bothered.

[hingchannnn]

2 minutes ago, Tsuki said:

that board doesnt have wireless...and nowhere does it mention that it has that feature

you will either need to get a usb wireless adapter, or a wireless PCI card.

It does if you take a look at the "Slots" section of the specs list: "- 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module". It even has two antenna holes on the I/O shield.

[hingchannnn]

Just now, Legendarypoet said:

It's basically just saying there's an M.2 E Key slot... but just do what @Tsuki said since there's no way to have a meaningful antenna. I don't get why they even bothered.

Bummer

 

[Guest]

2 minutes ago, hingchannnn said:

Bummer

 

Wait... here's one: https://www.amazon.com/Wi-fi-Antenna-RP-SMA-Antennas-Cables/dp/B00A4I3AGE

It seems kind of silly not to either leave it off or include it.... or make a kit. Ugh.

[hingchannnn]

12 minutes ago, Legendarypoet said:

Wait... here's one: https://www.amazon.com/Wi-fi-Antenna-RP-SMA-Antennas-Cables/dp/B00A4I3AGE

It seems kind of sill not to either leave it off or include it.... or make a kit. Ugh.

Oh nice, thanks a lot! I'll give it a try.

[Tsuki]

19 minutes ago, hingchannnn said:

It does if you take a look at the "Slots" section of the specs list: "- 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module". It even has two antenna holes on the I/O shield.

oh well damn you're right. that'll need something like THIS. but honestly do what i suggested before..

[Wes2880]

Buy an Intel 8265NGW and an antenna kit off Amazon or eBay.  I use them in my desktop and laptops as upgrades to 866mhz throughput.  I have one in my z270 extreme4 board.  it's the same as yours in that respect.   you will need the small wires from the card to the mono back panel.  I can't remember the type.

[Wes2880]

Also Intel has a new 9260NGW that is even faster at 1.73gbps.