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Small green M.2 circuit board with gold edge connector and two antenna sockets

Intel

Intel 8265NGW Wi-Fi adapter Bluetooth 4.2 867Mbps

SKU CH-FQX2-FFM2T MPN 8265NGW

Dual-band M.2 wireless card delivering 867 Mbps Wi-Fi with Bluetooth 4.2

  • TypeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter
  • Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi reaches 867Mbps throughput
  • Bluetooth 4.2 adds wireless peripheral support
  • M.2 2230 form factor fits modern laptop slots
  • PCI-Express interface provides low-latency connectivity
  • Compatible with part numbers 01AX704 11S01AX704 851594-001 G86C0007J610

Wireless-AC 8265 M.2 adapter

The Intel 8265NGW is a dual-band Wireless-AC 8265 module that adds Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 to laptops or small-form-factor PCs with an M.2 slot. It delivers up to 867 Mbps data transfer rate over 802.11ac WLAN and connects via a PCI-Express interface. The card matches part numbers such as 01AX704, 11S01AX704, 851594-001 and G86C0007J610. It is not suited for systems lacking an M.2 key-E slot or for users needing newer Wi-Fi standards.

Low-profile thermal and power profile

The M.2 form factor keeps the adapter flush against the motherboard, drawing minimal power from the PCI-Express bus without requiring extra cables or a separate antenna header beyond the standard two U.FL connectors. Passive cooling is sufficient in normal laptop chassis airflow, and the Bluetooth 4.2 controller shares the same low-power envelope. No active fan or heatsink is needed, so acoustic impact is zero.

Build integration and compatibility

Installation requires an available M.2 2230 key-E slot and two antenna cables already routed in the host device. The adapter frees up USB ports by moving wireless off an external dongle and supports the listed compatible part numbers for direct replacement. Buyers should verify their original part number before ordering, as most parts are not interchangeable. No drivers, cables or manuals are included in the package.

Highlights

  • Dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi reaches 867Mbps throughput
  • Bluetooth 4.2 adds wireless peripheral support
  • M.2 2230 form factor fits modern laptop slots
  • PCI-Express interface provides low-latency connectivity
  • Compatible with part numbers 01AX704 11S01AX704 851594-001 G86C0007J610

Specifications

TypeM.2 Wi-FI Adapter

Questions about this item

How do I install the M.2 8265NGW card and which step is most often missed?

Insert the card into the M.2 PCI-Express slot at an angle, press it down, and secure it with the mounting screw; the step most often missed is attaching the two antenna cables to the numbered connectors on the card.

What maintenance or replacement will the Intel 8265NGW need over time?

The adapter itself has no moving parts and requires no scheduled maintenance; replacement is only needed if the card fails or if you upgrade to a newer Wi-Fi standard.

What limit appears first during sustained high-throughput use of the 867Mbps link?

The 867 Mbps PHY rate is the first ceiling; real-world throughput will be lower due to overhead, interference, and the Bluetooth 4.2 co-existence on the same antenna path.

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