Maximus IX Hero and M.2 wifi

[isaacc]

Does anyone know anything about the M.2 wifi connector on the Maximus IX Hero?

On the motherboard schematic in the manual there is a connector shown in the upper-left hand corner called "M.2 WIFI". But then, there's no mention made of this connector anywhere in any documentation pertaining to the Hero. The connector is exactly where one would install an M.2 wifi module, and I imagine that is exactly the setup on the Code and the Formula versions of the Maximus IX.

Especially odd is that I watched a couple of box openings on YouTube for the Hero and the backplate has the two holes where antenna ports would be installed. So, if you don't install a wifi module there, Hero owners would be left with two empty holes there. That is to say, I'm surprised that Hero owners haven't mentioned anything about it.

But, supposing one did want to install a wifi setup there, for the life of me I can't find that anyone makes a kit, especially and including Asus. I found wifi M.2 cards but then you have to cobble together a kit of antenna leads, the antenna ports, and an antenna setup, etc.

So, what is that connector good for? Does anyone have any more information about this M.2 wifi connector? Thanks.

[Falcon32]

A.Catalin wrote:
Any update on this matter ?

Hi,

I had the intel 8260 it did not work, i bought the intel 8265 NGW and it works. Works with wifi and bluetooth

[A_Catalin]

Falcon32 wrote:
i bought the intel 8265 NGW and it works. Works with wifi and bluetooth

Quick question before I buy the same card.
Does the 8265 card fit under that plastic cover?

[Falcon32]

A.Catalin wrote:
Quick question before I buy the same card.
Does the 8265 card fit under that plastic cover?

Yes, the card fit under the plastic cover.

[MunicipalBlack]

I have a silly question for those that have installed the Intel 8265 NGW. You need to remove the motherboard from the case to get install it, correct? Based on the above pictures there doesn't seem to be any chance of my rear fans/rad interfering with it, I would have to pull everything out. I suppose that advantage of going this route for someone like myself that only wants Bluetooth capabilities is that it won't use a USB port compared to a dongle.

[A_Catalin]

Awesome, thanks 😄

[MrAgapiGC]

Here is the linkl!!!!! I have not order that. since my friend is waitting for info. shipping will be hard and expensive. at least for me. http://nxtmarket.info/item/528830691821

that is the one you need to get. is the same that comes on other IX.

[MrAgapiGC]

I have the link for that, give me a 2h since coffee still has not kick in. I find a link to get that.

[xator]

Hi there ppl,

I've managed to install an Intel 8265 AC wireless and Bluetooth 4.2 combo. Everything works like a charm, even from Bios. I've 3D-printed a little mount for the card, and with some patience the results are very good. Here are some pictures:











There's no problem at all, so if anyone wants to give it a try, just don't waste your time looking for the WifiGo module. This is great.

[romm_z]

xator wrote:
Hi there ppl,

I've managed to install an Intel 8265 AC wireless and Bluetooth 4.2 combo. Everything works like a charm, even from Bios. I've 3D-printed a little mount for the card, and with some patience the results are very good. Here are some pictures:


There's no problem at all, so if anyone wants to give it a try, just don't waste your time looking for the WifiGo module. This is great.

Hello mate, awesome work!
Would you mind sharing your 3D printed mount plz?
Thx a bunch 😃

[xator]

romm_z wrote:
Hello mate, awesome work!
Would you mind sharing your 3D printed mount plz?
Thx a bunch 😃

Hi there,

I used this one that I found online --> https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2166807

I just printed it and then cut it to the needed height.

It's not designed by myself, but it did the trick. I hope this helps 😛