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Green and white M.2 Wi-Fi card with gold edge connector

Intel

Intel 8260NGW Wi-Fi adapter AC8260 Green & White

SKU CH-RYX7-RJWRP

M.2 Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 adapter with 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz for Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11 and Linux 4.1+

  • Supported standardsWi-Fi 5 M.2 PCIe
  • Product colorGreen & White
  • Key featuresWiFi 5,Bluetooth 4.2
  • Product dimensionsWi-Fi 4 & 5
  • Product weight4
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 reaches 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
  • Bluetooth 4.2 adds wireless peripheral support without extra hardware
  • Works with Windows 7 32/64, 8, 8.1, 10, 11 64-bit and Linux kernel 4.1+
  • NGFF M.2 interface fits laptops, desktops and industrial boards with a compatible slot
  • Discontinued Intel 8260 chipset — intended only as a direct replacement for existing systems

Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 M.2 Adapter

This new Intel 8260NGW adapter adds Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 to any system with a free NGFF M.2 slot. It delivers up to 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz for gaming, streaming and general use. Windows 10, 11 and Linux kernel 4.1 or newer are supported with driver installation. The green and white card is a direct replacement for existing 8260-based modules.

Replacement-Focused Compatibility

The adapter suits owners of laptops, desktops or industrial devices that already use the Intel 8260 chipset and have an NGFF M.2 keyed slot. It is not for buyers whose motherboard lacks that specific slot or who need a newer Wi-Fi standard than Wi-Fi 5. Systems running Windows 7 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 or 8.1 also work with the required drivers.

NGFF M.2 Interface Requirement

The single deciding factor is whether the target device provides an NGFF M.2 connector wired for the Intel 8260 chipset. Without that exact slot the card cannot be installed, regardless of operating system or antenna setup. Confirm the slot type before ordering.

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Price $14.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHighZer0 Electronics
Model nameAC8260
Product colorGreen & White
Connectivity
Supported standardsWi-Fi 5 M.2 PCIe
Size & build
Product dimensionsWi-Fi 4 & 5

Questions about this item

What M.2 slot must my motherboard provide for this 8260NGW adapter to fit?

The card uses an NGFF M.2 interface; your board needs a matching M.2 Key E or Key A/E slot wired for PCIe and USB.

Will the Bluetooth 4.2 radio on this adapter connect to my existing Bluetooth 4.2 headset?

Yes, Bluetooth 4.2 is backward compatible, so the adapter can pair with your current headset.

How can I confirm the adapter is delivering the rated 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band after installation?

Run a local throughput test between the PC and a Wi-Fi 5 router; sustained speeds near 867 Mbps indicate the 2x2 link is active.

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