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DELL DW1397 802.11b/g Half Mini PCIe Wi-Fi adapter

SKU CH-873A-8399Z

Half Mini PCIe Wi-Fi adapter adds 802.11b/g wireless at 54 Mbps to compatible Dell laptops

  • TypeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter
  • Connects to 802.11b/g networks at up to 54 Mbps
  • Fits Dell laptops via PCI Express Half Mini Card slot
  • Secures traffic with AES-CCMP, TKIP and WEP encryption
  • Supports IEEE 802.11d, e, i, k standards for roaming and QoS
  • Works with Inspiron, Latitude, Precision, Studio, Vostro and XPS models

Dell DW1397 Half Mini PCIe Wi-Fi Adapter

This genuine Dell DW1397 wireless card uses a PCI Express Half Mini Card interface to add 802.11b/g connectivity to compatible laptops. It supports data rates up to 54 Mbps and includes IPv6 support along with encryption options such as AES-CCMP, TKIP and WEP. The adapter is designed for specific Dell Inspiron, Latitude, Precision, Studio, Vostro and XPS models listed by the manufacturer.

Suitable for legacy Dell laptop repairs.

This card suits technicians restoring listed Dell models that require an original half-height Mini PCIe wireless module. It does not support 802.11n, ac or ax standards, so buyers needing faster throughput, dual-band operation or modern security protocols should look at a different adapter. The 54 Mbps maximum link rate limits performance on current networks.

PCI Express Half Mini Card interface decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the PCI Express Half Mini Card form factor; only laptops with that exact slot can accept this module. Verify the target system appears in the manufacturer's supported model list before purchase. No other interface or form factor will work with this card.

Highlights

  • Connects to 802.11b/g networks at up to 54 Mbps
  • Fits Dell laptops via PCI Express Half Mini Card slot
  • Secures traffic with AES-CCMP, TKIP and WEP encryption
  • Supports IEEE 802.11d, e, i, k standards for roaming and QoS
  • Works with Inspiron, Latitude, Precision, Studio, Vostro and XPS models

Specifications

TypeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter

Questions about this item

Will the DW1397 fit my older Dell Latitude D630 that still uses a half Mini PCIe slot?

Yes, the DW1397 uses a PCI Express Half Mini Card interface and the Latitude D630 is listed among the compatible models, so it will install directly into that slot.

How can I confirm the DW1397 is operating at its rated 54 Mbps after installation?

Check the wireless connection status in Windows; it should show a link speed of 54 Mbps and the active protocol as IEEE 802.11g when connected to a compatible network.

Does the DW1397 package include antennas or cables, or must I reuse the ones already in my laptop?

The adapter is supplied as the card only; you will need to connect the existing antenna cables already routed inside your laptop chassis.

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