- LEGACY LAPTOP REPLACEMENT: For Intel 7260NGW M.2 NGFF WLAN modules used in older notebooks and compact systems that require an 802.11ac dual band WiFi card with companion BT 4.0 support for repair work
- CHECK SLOT BEFORE ORDERING: Requires an M.2 NGFF WLAN slot wired for PCIe WiFi and USB BT. Not intended for Half Mini PCIe, M.2 SSD slots, CNVio-only cards, or systems with unsupported BIOS restrictions
- DUAL BAND AC PERFORMANCE: Supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks with 2x2 streams and up to 867 Mbps theoretical 802.11ac data rate. Actual speed depends on router, antennas, drivers, system, and signal conditions
- INSTALLATION NOTES: Power off the system, remove the old WLAN card, connect existing antenna leads, secure the new card, then install available WiFi and BT drivers from the operating system or system maker
- CARD ONLY PACKAGE: Includes one 7260NGW M.2 wireless module in seller-provided anti-static packaging. ANTENNAS, SCREWS, TOOLS, DRIVERS, ADAPTER BRACKETS, AND DESKTOP PCIe ADAPTERS ARE NOT INCLUDED
7260NGW M.2 WiFi Card for Legacy Laptop Repair
This internal wireless module is intended for systems with an Intel 7260NGW M.2 NGFF form factor. It is best suited for replacing a failed or missing WLAN card in an older laptop, notebook, mini PC, or compact system that already supports this card type.
Compatibility depends on more than physical fit. The host system must have an M.2 NGFF WLAN slot wired for PCIe WiFi and USB BT operation. WiFi and BT use separate internal buses, so one function may appear without the other if drivers, BIOS settings, antenna wiring, or host support are incomplete.
This is a legacy replacement card, not a universal upgrade for every laptop. Some systems use BIOS allowlists, approved FRU requirements, or manufacturer-specific card restrictions. Verify your current card model, slot type, system documentation, and available drivers before ordering. Not intended for Half Mini PCIe slots, M.2 SSD slots, CNVio-only replacements, WWAN slots, or systems that require a newer card family.
Technical specifications:
Model: 7260NGW
Form factor: M.2 NGFF
Wireless standard: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Spatial streams: 2x2
Theoretical max speed: up to 867 Mbps on 802.11ac
Interface: PCIe for WiFi, USB 2.0 for BT
BT support: 4.0 with BLE
Security support: WPA, WPA2, 802.1X, AES-CCMP, TKIP, WEP
Operating systems: driver support varies by system and operating system
What’s included:
1 x 7260NGW M.2 wireless card
ANTENNAS, SCREWS, TOOLS, DRIVERS, ADAPTER BRACKETS, AND DESKTOP PCIe ADAPTERS ARE NOT INCLUDED
Card artwork, printed labels, and antenna text may vary by production batch. Match the model number and host requirements rather than relying only on label layout.
