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Black PCIe Wi-Fi 6 card with two adjustable external antennas

ASUS

ASUS PCE-AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 WiFi adapter with Bluetooth 5.2

SKU CH-14MW-1SK1G MPN PCE-AX1800

PCIe Wi-Fi 6 adapter adding 1800 Mbps wireless and Bluetooth 5.2 to desktops

  • Interface typePCI Express
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ax
  • Wireless speedWiFi 6 (802.11ax) (2.4 GHz) : up to 574 Mbit/s WiFi 6 (802.1
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
  • Antenna configurationExternal Antenna

Configuration WiFi 6 AX1800 + BT 5.2

  • Wi-Fi 6 delivers up to 1800 Mbps total throughput
  • OFDMA and MU-MIMO keep connections stable in busy networks
  • Bluetooth 5.2 doubles data speed and quadruples range
  • Two external antennas improve signal reach and reliability
  • PCI Express x1 interface fits standard desktop slots

PCIe Wi-Fi 6 adapter for desktop PCs

The ASUS PCE-AX1800 adds Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 to a desktop through a PCI Express x1 slot. It supports dual-band operation on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with a combined data rate up to 1800 Mbps. The card includes two external antennas for flexible positioning. Windows 10 64-bit is required for driver support.

Low-profile card with minimal thermal impact

The adapter draws power directly from the PCIe slot and runs without active cooling. In normal use it adds negligible heat inside the chassis and produces no audible noise. The external antennas keep radio components away from other expansion cards, reducing interference with graphics cards or storage controllers.

Frees USB ports and avoids cable clutter

Because the radio connects internally, no USB dongle occupies a front or rear port. The two detachable antennas can be placed on the case rear or on a short extension cable for better signal. The x1 slot requirement leaves larger PCIe slots free for GPUs or capture cards. Not suited for systems lacking a spare PCIe x1 slot or running an OS other than Windows 10 64-bit.

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Price $29.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model namePCE-AX1800
Product typePCIE Wi-Fi Adapter
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ax
Wireless speedWiFi 6 (802.11ax) (2.4 GHz) : up to 574 Mbit/s
WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5 GHz) : up to 1,201 Mbit/s
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna configurationExternal Antenna
Bluetooth support5.2
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express
Size & build
Product weight0.11 lb (0.05 kg)
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size180 × 136 × 52 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the PCE-AX1800 into a PCI Express x1 slot and what step is often missed?

Insert the card into any PCI Express x1 slot, secure the bracket screw, then attach the two external antennas before booting; the step most people skip is screwing the antennas on fully so the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands reach their rated 574 Mbps and 1201 Mbps.

What part of the PCE-AX1800 will need replacement first after extended use?

The two external antennas are the only moving parts; their RP-SMA connectors can loosen from vibration, so re-tighten them periodically and replace an antenna if the hinge cracks or the cable frays.

What limit appears first when the PCE-AX1800 runs at full throughput for a long period?

Sustained 1800 Mbps aggregate throughput is capped by the single PCI Express x1 lane and the Windows 10 64-bit driver stack, so prolonged heavy transfers will hit the bus ceiling before the radio overheats.

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