Reddit mentions of Intel Wireless AC 9260 Single Pack

Found this sub while looking for a new laptop to replace my surface pro 3. I'm a Psychiatry Fellow and spend most of my day typing notes while people speak, so a T series keyboard sounded like a good priority. I also do photography and graphic design on the side, utilizing several Adobe CC products, so 8th Gen processor, upgradeable drive/ram, and color accurate screen were essential. Almost went with X1C6, but ultimately, longevity and value (still just a fellow) were more important than portability and brightness. So in the end, the T480 seemed like the best fit (though I really miss having a touch screen).

Below is my custom config ordered during the Black Friday in July sale, followed by my mods:

Ordered specs:

• 14.0" WQHD (2560 x 1440) 300 nits, IPS anti-glare (non-touch)
  
  
• Intel Core i5-8350U Processor (vPro)
  
  
• 4 GB DDR4 2400MHz ram
  
  
• NVIDIA GeForce MX150 2GB GDDR5
  
  
• IR & 720p HD Camera with microphone (mandatory with WQHD screen)
  
  
• Backlit Keyboard - US English (accidentally ordered without, but realized it and adjusted thanks to you guys!)
  
  
• Fingerprint Reader
  
  
• 128 GB 2.5" SATA3 Solid State Drive
  
  
• Smart Card Reader (for literally zero reason, my only regret)
  
  
• 3 cell Li-Ion 24Wh external battery
  
  
• Intel Dual Band 8265 Wireless AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth 4.1 with vPro
  
  
• Fibocom L850-GL 4G LTE-A cat 9 WWAN
  
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  Upgrades on arrival:
  
  
• RAM: HyperX Kingston Technology Impact 32GB Kit (2x16GB) 2400MHz CL14 DDR4 SODIMM HX424S14IBK2/32 Link
  
  
• SSD: addlink S70 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 SSD R/W 3500/3000MB/s Link
  
  
• Lenovo internal m.2 Drive Enclosure (ordered as add-on through Lenovo; necessary to install m.2 SSD)
  
  
• Copper NVMe heatsink with thermal pads Link (ultimately, unnecessary because enclosure came with an attached thermal pad, but doubled up anyway and yes it was a tight fit)
  
  
• Extra battery: 6 Cell 72Wh Battery 61++ Link
  
  
• Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0 card: Intel Wireless-AC 9260, 2230, 2x2 AC+BT, Gigabit, vPro Link
  
  
• Wallpaper
  
  The screen is beautiful, and I'm digging the anti-glare matte, though my SP3 glossy screen made colors pop more. I installed the calibrated color profile from the notebookcheck.com review of the T480s with what I assume was the same WQHD screen. Here are the instructions I used from notebookcheck.
  
  Replacing the internal components was a breeze, though unfortunately, I watched the Lenovo disassembly video that showed front clips being disengaged with spudger, so now I have a front gap. Also broke a battery compartment clip but whatever.
  
  I installed windows fresh using a recovery flash drive made before swapping in the NVMe drive. I'm fully updated through both vantage and windows update, which took a few hours.
  
  Ultimately, I'm ridiculously happy with this build. The keyboard is a DREAM except for the annoying fn button placement (who thought this was a good idea?). I threw in a Logitech MX Master 2S for desk work, but honestly, this trackpoint is a game changer when I'm working on my lap.
  
  Any other mod suggestions??? Questions??? Comments???

Assuming the wifi module is the same type, there's no difference in performance between on-board wifi and an add-on card. They use the same types of module (they look like this) whether integrated onto the board or a PCI-E card.

One downside of an add-on card is you take up an extra slot and it can result in a less clean looking build, one advantage is you can take the card to your next PC.

1. If you're talking about the wifi chip itself: you can buy an Intel module, they're much better and not expensive: (https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Wireless-Ac-9260-2230-Gigabit/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=intel+9260&qid=1565244718&s=electronics&sr=1-4), and replacing it is quite easy, although you need to do it carefully: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4DUIlJYBRc
   
2. I have the same mobo and had the same problem. Ryzen 3000 has a very high thermal density (the amount of heat generated isn't higher than the previous gen/Intel chips, it's actually lower but it's generated in a smaller area, making it harder to cool) so it's simply gonna be hotter, even with the best cooler, even though it uses less power than Intel. That's simply the result of the 7nm process, you'll see the same when Intel has 10nm figured out. My solution (I have a Noctua NH-u12s): for the CPU I used the Noctua silent mode PWM cable, or whatever it's called, capping the CPU cooler to 80%. You should have one included with your A9x14 fan. For the case fans I got a Noctua fan controller. I was considering it any way as I like my case fans at a constant speed, and this motherboard doesn't seem to allow for that (except if you set them at 100%...). It's the samllest fan controller I know of, but you might have problems in your case. The controller connects to SATA for power, and optionally connects to another PWM header. Then you have the contoller itself, and it has one output PWM header, and the controller comes with a 3 way splitter. All this adds considerable bulk. I have a large SFF case (InWin A1 Plus) so it wasn't a problem, but your case is smaller, so look if you can fit the controller somewhere. based on the pictures I think it won't be a problem.
   
3. yes, your temps are normal, about the same as my 3700X (I'm at 40 idle, 75 gaming, 90 intel burn test, but I have a bigger case and cooler than you). If you want lower temps, you could lower the power target PPT. Someone at /r/amd or /r/sffpc (don't remember which sub) did some testing and found out you can scale power consumption down favorably (something like -30% power = -10% performance in cinebench). By default your CPU will be at 88W. You could try 75W and see what that does to your temps and performance.
   
4. dunno, I know nothing about the case/brand

Definitely a thing, has been on this sub several times now. Save yourself the heartache and replace your Killer card with an $23 Intel 9260- https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y

I got Dell to send me one to replace my Killer, but I'm sure it was only because I have Pro Support, and being IT I did a ton of troubleshooting. If you have the perseverance, then insist that your case be escalated, point them to these threads, and ask for the 9260. If you don't care, then spend the $23 and do it yourself.

Reference threads-

https://www.reddit.com/r/Dell/comments/czhayd/xps_15_7590_wifi_issues_card_replacement/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Dell/comments/d48wm2/my_advice_replace_the_killer_wlan_on_all_new_xps/

I'm still trying to find the other thread where the OP also specifically mentions his Killer card was taking down some or all of his WiFi devices as well...

Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 9260NGW 9260AC NGFF M.2 2230 Wifi Card 1730Mbps 2.4/5GHz Bluetooth 5.0

Not expensive at all. It sucks that a premium laptop comes with such a total crap card.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I put this in and got rid of the stock killerwireless card. So much better with connections and stuff. Just remove all killer drivers before installing the card and make sure you have the intel drivers downloaded and ready to go

PCPartPicker Part List

Type|Item|Price

----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD - Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor | $269.99 @ Newegg Canada
Motherboard | ASRock - B450M PRO4 Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $84.25 @ Vuugo
Memory | G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $79.99 @ Newegg Canada
Storage | ADATA - Ultimate SU800 512 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $75.99 @ Amazon Canada
Storage | Western Digital - Blue 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive | $144.99 @ Newegg Canada
Video Card | MSI - GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB GAMING Z Video Card | $537.99 @ Newegg Canada
Case | Cooler Master - MasterBox NR400 (w/ODD) MicroATX Mid Tower Case | $77.99 @ Newegg Canada
Power Supply | EVGA - BQ 650 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-modular ATX Power Supply | $79.99 @ Newegg Canada
Optical Drive | LG - WH14NS40 Blu-Ray/DVD/CD Writer | $74.99 @ Newegg Canada
Operating System | Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $129.25 @ Newegg Canada
Case Fan | Noctua - NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM 78.69 CFM 140 mm Fan | $18.95 @ Amazon Canada
Case Fan | Noctua - NF-P14s redux-1500 PWM 78.69 CFM 140 mm Fan | $18.95 @ Amazon Canada
Monitor | LG - 32GK650F-B 32.0" 2560x1440 144 Hz Monitor | $499.99 @ Newegg Canada
Headphones | Kingston - HyperX Cloud II 7.1 Channel Headset | $109.98 @ Amazon Canada
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $2228.29
| Mail-in rebates | -$25.00
| Total | $2203.29
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-07-08 11:35 EDT-0400 |
Wait a few days for the 2060 Super, this was just a place-holder.

You don't need a capture card. Capture cards are for consoles that don't have built-in recording functions. For PC you just need software. I recommend LoiLo Game Recorder, it's free and simple to use.

I don't know about editing software, ask google I guess.

For microphone, I recommend Blue Yeti. I don't have one, but they sound good, and aren't too expensive.

I didn't include keyboard and mouse because I don't know how you like your's. I suggest looking on Amazon and Googling it to find what you like best.

When you install Windows, do it on the M.2 SSD, it's faster. When you put in the M.2 SSD, make sure you put it in the right M.2, this motherboard has two, and one is faster.

For internet, I'd definitely get a Ethernet cable, they are like $15 on Amazon. If you don't want a Ethernet cable (if your computer too far away from Router, or you just don't want to deal with having a cable going through your house) than this seems like the best option https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y, this can go in your second M.2 slot.

(Edit: Everything be so expensive in Canada :I)
(Edit 2: Better parts list)

I'm already running into intermittent issues with the Killer card. You think 8260/8265 are more stable than the 9260?

Here you go op: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_jBWWDbZ5HE5PE

Wow, I didn't know they actually advertised Intel Wifi. I bought this same exact board from the exact link you posted and mine also came with a Realtek card, which is complete and utter shit. I cannot emphasize how awful that card was; low reception and like 3 mbps download speed on 100 mbps internet. If I knew about the listed wifi I would have definitely complained on amazon.

Too late now though, since I already purchased an Intel 9260 with Bluetooth to replace that godawful realtek card.

My first PC build has been an absolute nightmare, but finally at the end of the journey, the icing on the cake is that the new wireless card isn't working or even showing up as even plugged in on the BIOS motherboard display screen

Here is the card: Intel wireless AC 9260 2230 card

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here is my motherboard: MSI Z390-A PRO

https://www.amazon.co.uk/MSI-Z390-Socket-1151-S-ATA/dp/B07HSCY9R3/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=msi+motherboard+z390&qid=1565633995&s=computers&sr=1-2

This motherboard has a wireless dedicated M.2 slot on it that supports CNVI IEEE 802.11 AC WAVE2. This is where the card has been put in, with the antennas attached.

I'm running windows 10 if that is relevant, but I'm not sure if it is because even the BIOS can't pick up the card.

Thanks, that would be good to know. I got the Intel AC9260.

I went ahead and bought this, hopefully it will work!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y/

I did end up replacing the card with this one here:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079QJQF4Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's disappointing that this was the solution, since it looks like a lot of the laptops are being shipped with faulty wi-fi cards.

I did notice that my wi-fi before the switch only dropped when I was on battery mode. It never dropped when I had the charger in so I don't know what that says about the problem. 100% of the time without fail, once I unplugged the charger within 15 minutes the wi-fi disconnected and I had to reconnect over and over again.

This new card has been working perfectly, on battery and plugged in, on public and private wi-fi of all speeds.

fyi: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_NMB.AbK88VG6J

> I logged into Reddit just to say that I'm also having this issue on UK model, so the issue seems widespread. I'm getting 180KB/s - 5MB/s over the JANET network which is simply pathetic (especially when trying to download an 85GB file). Did you come across any solution to this issue or are you simply embracing it?

I just switched it out with an intel wifi card and am getting the speeds I should get. It seems that the default wifi card on the laptop is really bad. https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Wireless-Ac-9260-2230-Gigabit/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=pd_bap_rp_8/131-4105350-1017952?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B079QJQF4Y&pd_rd_r=755865fc-5579-4188-9011-822e4f2c3382&pd_rd_w=aDzBG&pd_rd_wg=ht8I4&pf_rd_p=aec52988-b7d4-431a-8040-7c6531ac239f&pf_rd_r=0AZQX2K2X6YPPVBHB0ZP&psc=1&refRID=0AZQX2K2X6YPPVBHB0ZP This is the one I ended up buying and it works great.

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>ballistix sport kit), wifi card and installed an additional sata ssd without any problems

thanks

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In case i buy A485 & want to change intel wifi card, just search on amazon / other website & buy on it (does need any FRU number on wifi card), amn't i?

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https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Wireless-Ac-9260-2230-Gigabit/dp/B079QJQF4Y

Regardless if you stay with eOs, you should get a new wireless card for your laptop.

You probably have a killer one installed, and it is shit! I've owned 2 Dell xps 13s, and replaced them in both. You can replace them with this one: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=pe_3044161_189395811_TE_SCE_dp_1

The Intel ac 9260. Works perfectly.

About 20 bucks and install is very simple, just a few screws to loosen and take 1 card out, the new one in..

After changing the card all my unexplainable wifi troubles and hiccups were gone.

It's the same thing.

"Built-in" wifi and BT is (usually) nothing more than a m.2 wifi card on a motherboard with an additional m.2 slot on the top and a bracket to hold the wifi antennas.

Now if it's question is pcie vs USB wifi, each has its own benefits but usually if you can, you should prefer pcie.

https://www.amazon.com/Intel-Wireless-Ac-9260-2230-Gigabit/dp/B079QJQF4Y

As far as I can tell. It shows as intel, driver from intels website install fine. I have all ProSet option and it worked at 160mhz on my NanoHD AP.


Intel Wireless AC 9260 Single Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZU1HDbMSPFABW

The killer card or the intel one? [This] seems like a good card but would it be safe just to get the killer card again? (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079QJQF4Y/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvpv2_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3534659722&pd_rd_wg=jDzyJ&pf_rd_r=JRHHEEKSNAHXXGM5WDAN&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-bottom-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B079QJQF4Y&pd_rd_w=qixA7&pf_rd_i=wifi+card+killer&pd_rd_r=7373c0cf-825e-4342-abef-0be7d42b76c3&ie=UTF8&qid=1523825312&sr=1)

I feel like a dope. I just picked up an intel 9560 wireless AC adapter. for my desktop, and I realized I can't install it.

I have an older 7260 desktop PCIE adapter, but they aren't compatible, and I can't find a similar adapter anywhere for an m.2 2230 wifi card like the 9560.

I am currently working with a new Ryzen build, based around an ASRock b350 mobo. I have a NVME SSD in M.2 slot 1, and i was thinking about installing the network adapter in m.2 slot 2, but I am worried it won't work, and I don't want to get the antennas and whatnot if I'm just going to have to return everything anyway.

Does anyone have any advice before I just return this thing?