Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 - Wi-Fi adapter

The Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 internal WLAN and Bluetooth adapter provides wireless connectivity for compatible PCs and laptops. This M.2 2230 card installs directly onto the motherboard. It uses the Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard to provide data transfer rates of up to 5000 Mbit/s. It operates across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz frequencies, using a 2x2 antenna configuration to maintain a stable connection.

Integrated Bluetooth 5.4 allows for wireless accessory pairing without occupying external ports. Measuring 22 mm by 30 mm, the card fits into standard laptop and small-form-factor desktop slots. It uses 4096 QAM technology to increase data density when paired with supported routers, and includes MU-MIMO support for multi-device performance in busy wireless environments. The module is compatible with Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux.

• Backward compatible with Wi‑Fi 4, Wi‑Fi 5, Wi‑Fi 6, and Wi‑Fi 6E infrastructure
• Supports security protocols including 128‑bit AES, 256‑bit AES, EAP-TLS, and MSCHAPv2
• Weighs 3.06 g
• Wireless and Bluetooth only; no wired Ethernet capability