Dell 3165NGW Wireless 3165 3165NGW IEEE 802.11ac Dual-Band 433Mbit/s Bluetooth 4.0 WLAN Network Card

SKU 3165NGW

Brand Dell

IEEE 802.11ac dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
Maximum wireless speed of 433 Mbps
Integrated Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity
M.2 form factor (NGFF) for modern laptops
Supports WPA2/WPA3 encryption for secure wireless connections
Low power consumption for extended battery life
Dual-stream (2x2) MIMO technology

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Key specifications

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Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Max Wireless Speed: 433 Mbps
Bluetooth Version: 4.0
Interface: M.2 (NGFF)
Antenna Configuration: 2x2

Product details

The Dell 3165NGW is a Wireless-AC 3165 network card, supporting dual-band IEEE 802.11ac Wi-Fi at speeds up to 433 Mbps. It also includes Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity for peripheral devices.

Technical Information

Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Max Wireless Speed	433 Mbps
Bluetooth Version	4.0

Additional Specifications

Interface	M.2 (NGFF)
Antenna Configuration	2x2
Security	WPA2, WPA3

Description

The Dell 3165NGW, also known as the Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165, is a compact wireless network adapter designed for modern laptops and small form-factor PCs. It provides high-speed wireless connectivity by adhering to the IEEE 802.11ac standard, enabling dual-band operation across both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. This dual-band capability allows users to connect to less congested 5 GHz networks for better performance or utilize the wider range of the 2.4 GHz band. With a maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 433 Mbps, this card significantly enhances wireless performance compared to older 802.11n adapters, supporting faster downloads, smoother streaming, and more responsive online gaming. The integrated Bluetooth 4.0 functionality further adds versatility, allowing seamless connection to a wide range of wireless peripherals such as headphones, keyboards, mice, and smartphones. Utilizing the M.2 (NGFF) form factor, the 3165NGW is designed for easy integration into laptops and systems that feature an M.2 slot. Its 2x2 MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) antenna configuration optimizes signal reception and transmission, while support for advanced security protocols like WPA2 and WPA3 ensures a secure wireless connection. The card is also engineered for power efficiency, contributing to longer battery life in portable devices.

Condition: Refurbished