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Asus PCE-AC68 802.11ac Dual-band Wireless-AC1900 PCI-E Adapter

Asus PCE-AC68 802.11ac Dual-band Wireless-AC1900 PCI-E Adapter

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Quicklinx: 95H7WS00 Mfr#: PCE-AC68
Wired / Wireless: Wireless
Protocol: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g + 1 more
Form Factor: Plug-in card
Compatibility: PC
Type: Network adapter
  • IEEE 802.11n
Ordered upon request
£64.54 ex VAT
£77.44 inc VAT
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Description

The ASUS PCE-AC68 is a new 802.11ac Wi-Fi PCI Express adapter which upgrades your desktop from tangle-some Ethernet cables to carefree industry-leading 802.11ac at up to 1.3Gbps. Plus, the stylish external magnetized antenna base gives you more flexibility in adjusting antenna placement to get the best signal reception quality possible.

Fastest Wi-Fi standard: 802.11ac
The PCE-AC68 uses Broadcom's new 5th generation Wi-Fi 802.11ac chipset to reach speeds of up to 1.3Gbit/s through the 5GHz band, which is three times faster than 802.11n Wi-Fi. At the same time, it maintains full backward compatibility with all previous Wi-Fi protocols, providing high performance two-way transmission while ensuring a smooth transition to 802.11ac and seamless interconnection with existing devices.

Next-generation Wi-Fi on both bands!
Broadcom TurboQAMâ„¢ hardware integrated on the PCE-AC68 brings the speed benefits of next-generation 802.11ac Wi-Fi to both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. At 600Mbit/s and 1.3Gbit/s respectively, they turn the PCE-AC68 into a formidable AC1900 wireless adapter, providing speeds that cannot be bettered by generic wireless adapters. Connect the PCE-AC68 to ASUS networks to attain the very highest possible Wi-Fi speeds.

Extend and strengthen your wireless connection
ASUS AiRadar intelligently strengthens wireless device connectivity using precise directional signal amplification for extended coverage, increased data-throughput speed, and enhanced stability. Wi-Fi-connection strength varies based on your environment, so the PCE-AC68 intelligently detects wireless router locations and `shapes' data transmissions using three external antennas and high-powered beam-packing -- assuring the fastest stable connection.

No more dead zones with 150% the coverage!
Powerful two-way transmission and a signal-boosting high-gain design give the PCE-AC66 improved two-way transmission that extends Wi-Fi range and coverage by up to 150% compared to generic client devices. This extended reach means the elimination of dead spots at any location, offering fast and uninterrupted HD streaming and smooth multiplayer gaming wherever you may be

Flexible extended antenna placement
The three detachable antennas of the PCE-AC68 can be placed remotely via bundled extension cables. A magnetized stand also comes in the box, which can easily attach to various surfaces for more placement options. By making the antennas mobile, the design offers more flexibility in choosing locations for better signal reception and quality.

Stylish aluminum heatsink handles heat for extra stability
The added heatsink uses highly-conductive aluminum to remove heat from the chipset, ensuring greater reliability for non-stop operation. Lower temperatures translate into a more stable device in all climate conditions, even during hot summers, and greater stability means more consistent connectivity and longer product lifespan. Plus, the heatsink has been crafted for a stylish look, once more showing ASUS always goes beyond the spec.

  • Fastest Wi-Fi standard: 802.11 ac

    The PCE-AC68 uses Broadcom's Wi-Fi 802.11 ac chipset to reach speeds of up to 1.3 Gbit/s through the 5 GHz band, which is three times faster than 802.11n Wi-Fi. At the same time, it maintains full backward compatibility with all previous Wi-Fi protocols, providing high performance two-way transmission while ensuring a smooth transition to 802.11 ac and seamless interconnection with existing devices.
  • Wi-Fi on both bands

    Broadcom TurboQAM: trademark: hardware integrated on the PCE-AC68 brings the speed benefits of 802.11 ac Wi-Fi to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. At 600 Mbit/s and 1.3 Gbit/s respectively, they turn the PCE-AC68 into a formidable AC1900 wireless adapter, providing speeds that cannot be bettered by generic wireless adapters. Connect the PCE-AC68 to ASUS networks to attain the very highest possible Wi-Fi speeds.
  • Extend and strengthen your wireless connection

    ASUS AiRadar intelligently strengthens wireless device connectivity using precise directional signal amplification for extended coverage, increased data-throughput speed, and enhanced stability. Wi-Fi-connection strength varies based on your environment, so the PCE-AC68 intelligently detects wireless router locations and 'shapes' data transmissions using three external antennas and high-powered beam-packing - assuring the fastest stable connection.
  • No more dead zones with 150% the coverage

    Powerful two-way transmission and a signal-boosting high-gain design give the PCE-AC66 improved two-way transmission that extends Wi-Fi range and coverage by up to 150% compared to generic client devices. This extended reach means the elimination of dead spots at any location, offering fast and uninterrupted HD streaming and smooth multiplayer gaming wherever you may be.
  • Flexible extended antenna placement

    The three detachable antennas of the PCE-AC68 can be placed remotely via bundled extension cables. A magnetized stand also comes in the box, which can easily attach to various surfaces for more placement options. By making the antennas mobile, the design offers more flexibility in choosing locations for better signal reception and quality.
  • Stylish aluminum heatsink handles heat for extra stability

    The added heatsink uses highly-conductive aluminum to remove heat from the chipset, ensuring greater reliability for non-stop operation. Lower temperatures translate into a more stable device in all climate conditions, even during hot summers, and greater stability means more consistent connectivity and longer product lifespan.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
ASUS PCE-AC68 - network adapter - PCIe
Device Type
Network adapter
Form Factor
Plug-in card
Interface (Bus) Type
PCI Express
Dimensions (WxDxH)
2.1 cm x 10.33 cm x 6.89 cm
Weight
125 g
Data Link Protocol
Wi-Fi 5
Data Transfer Rate
1.3 Gbps
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 8


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
Network adapter
Form Factor
Plug-in card
Interface (Bus) Type
PCI Express

Networking

Connectivity Technology
Wireless
Data Link Protocol
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac
Data Transfer Rate
1.3 Gbps
Line Coding Format
DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, 64 QAM, 16 QAM, OFDM
Frequency Band
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Features
ASUS AiRadar, magnetic aerial base
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac

Aerial

Antenna
External detachable
Antenna Qty
3

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces
3 x aerial - R-SMA

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories
Low-profile bracket
Encryption Algorithm
128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
Compliant Standards
IC, FCC

Software / System Requirements

Software Included
Drivers & Utilities
OS Required
Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 8

Dimensions & Weight

Width
2.1 cm
Depth
10.33 cm
Height
6.89 cm
Weight
125 g

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Humidity Range Operating
10 - 90% (non-condensing)

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Wired / Wireless: Wireless
Protocol: IEEE 802.11b
Protocol: IEEE 802.11n
Protocol: IEEE 802.11a
Protocol: IEEE 802.11g
Protocol: IEEE 802.11ac
Form Factor: Plug-in card
Compatibility: PC
Type: Network adapter
Brand: Asus
Price Range Ex VAT: £50 - £100
Stock Status: Ordered upon request
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