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TP-Link

TP-Link TL-WDN6280 AC1300 PCIe Wi-Fi adapter

SKU CH-0PHA-DVBY1

Dual-band PCIe Wi-Fi adapter delivering 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz with two antennas for Windows 7/8/8.1/10

  • Interface typePCI Express x1
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
  • Wireless speedUp to 400+867 Mbit/s
  • Security featuresWPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2
  • Radio bands2.4-2.4835GHz5.18-5.25GHz5.725-5.85 GHz
  • Antenna configuration2 Dual Band Antenna
  • Dual-band speeds up to 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz
  • Two dual-band antennas with beamforming extend range and improve connection stability
  • Supports WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK encryption for secure wireless links
  • Plug-and-play installation on Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1 and 10 (32/64-bit)
  • PCI Express x1 interface fits standard desktop slots for easy upgrade

Dual-band PCIe Wi-Fi adapter

The TP-Link TL-WDN6280 adds AC1300 wireless connectivity to a desktop PC through a PCI Express x1 slot. It delivers up to 400 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band. Two dual-band antennas support beamforming for improved range and stability. The card is compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8, 8.1 and 10 in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.

Upgrade from older Wi-Fi standards

This adapter replaces legacy 802.11a/b/g/n cards that cannot reach AC1300 class speeds. The jump is worth it when your router supports 802.11ac and you need higher throughput for streaming or large file transfers. Backward compatibility ensures it still connects to any existing wireless network. Buyers who require the newer 802.11ax standard will not be served by this hardware.

Fits a standard desktop build

Installation requires a free PCI Express x1 slot and the bundled utility handles driver setup. The antennas attach directly to the bracket, so no external cabling is needed. Operating temperature ranges from 0 °C to 40 °C with humidity up to 90 % non-condensing. Builders using non-Windows operating systems should verify driver availability before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $25.99
Pricier than about 65% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTP-Link
Model nameTL-WDN6280
Product typePCIE Wi-Fi Adapter
Connectivity
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Wireless speedUp to 400+867 Mbit/s
Radio bands2.4-2.4835GHz5.18-5.25GHz5.725-5.85 GHz
Antenna configuration2 Dual Band Antenna
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express x1
Environment & compliance
Temperature range0 °C - 40 °C (32 °F - 104 °F)
Humidity range10% - 90%, Non-Condensing
More details
Security featuresWPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPA/WPA2

Questions about this item

What PCI Express slot width does the TL-WDN6280 require?

The TL-WDN6280 uses a PCI Express x1 interface and fits into any available PCIe x1 slot on the motherboard.

What driver step is needed after inserting the card into the PCIe slot?

Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10 detect the adapter automatically; run the bundled utility to complete the Wi-Fi setup.

Which parts may need replacement after extended use?

The two dual-band antennas are detachable and can be swapped if damaged or if higher-gain models are preferred.

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