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    MSI GE40 20C : WIFI CARD UPGRADE.

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by Cestus, Mar 12, 2017.

  1. Cestus

    Cestus Newbie

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    Hi Anyone know if I can upgrade the internal card on my MSI laptop ? Would like to access 5ghz for better speed. Thanks alot.
     
    Cestus, Mar 12, 2017
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    SkidrowSKT Notebook Deity

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    The wifi card is usually easily accessible on MSi laptops. I'm not sure whether it is the case for the GS40, but there should be disassembling videos on Youtube for you to see before making the changes yourself.

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    SkidrowSKT, Mar 12, 2017
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    Wi-Fi module is easy to access and replace
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    don_svetlio, Mar 12, 2017
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  4. Cestus

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    Chaps that is awesome , very grateful for prompt response . Any recommendations as to which h wifi nic I should install ?

    Thanks for your help !
     
    Cestus, Mar 12, 2017
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  5. SkidrowSKT

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    Sorry for the late reply!
    The Killer 1535 provides the best results, but some unstable drivers cause it to sometimes disconnect and disappear from the device manager.
    The most recommended and stable Wifi card to this day is the Intel AC 8265. It's slightly cheaper than the Killer, but doesn't disconnect at all.
     
    SkidrowSKT, Mar 15, 2017
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    Support.1@XOTIC PC Company Representative

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    The Intel AC7260 might be about the best card you could get for that model. Some of the newer cards are M.2 form factors, and not compatible with that model.
     
    Support.1@XOTIC PC, Mar 15, 2017
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  7. Kevin@GenTechPC

    Kevin@GenTechPC Company Representative

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    I second AC7260 for GE40. :)
     
    Kevin@GenTechPC, Mar 15, 2017
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