GIGABYTE GC-WB1733D-I - WLAN + Bluetooth adapter

The GIGABYTE GC-WB1733D-I PCIe Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.0 adapter provides wireless connectivity for desktop PCs that lack built-in network support. The card installs into an available PCIe x1 slot, connecting directly to the motherboard. It supports data transfer rates of up to 1733 Mbit/s, which is sufficient for file transfers and high-definition media streaming without an Ethernet cable. By using a direct PCIe connection, the adapter avoids the potential bandwidth limitations of a standard USB port.

The card is powered by an Intel Wireless-AC 9260 chipset, which handles network communication and device pairing. An integrated Bluetooth module allows the PC to connect to wireless peripherals, such as keyboards, mice, and headsets. Signal reception is managed by an external antenna that connects to the rear bracket of the card. Positioning the antenna outside the metal PC chassis helps reduce signal interference. This adapter is a practical solution for users needing permanent, stable wireless networking.

• Dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation for flexible network routing.
• Backward compatibility with legacy IEEE 802.11a, b, g, and n wireless equipment.
• 2Tx2R transmission architecture for consistent upload and download speeds.
• Support for WPA, WPA2, and 802.1X security protocols.
• Support for 802.11k and 802.11r networking standards for improved access point roaming.