StarTech.com PAX2235-WIFI-6E-CARD User manual

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Manual Revision: October 6, 2023 11:25 AM
Product ID
PAX2235-WIFI-6E-CARD
PCIe Wi-Fi 6/6E Network Adapter Card - 802.11ax
Component Function
1LED Indicator • Solid Green: PCIe Wi-Fi Card is installed and
receiving power
2Full Prole Bracket • Secure the PCIe Wi-Fi Card to the Computer
Case
3Antenna Connectors • Connect the Antenna Cables from the Magnetic
Antenna Stand
4Bluetooth USB 2.0 Header
• Connect to a USB 2.0 Header on the Computer’s
Motherboard, using the included Bluetooth
Cable
5PCIe x1 Connector • Connect the PCIe Wi-Fi Card to a PCIe Slot in a
Computer
6Magnetic Antenna Stand • Provides adjustable placement of the Antenna
Requirements
For the latest drivers/software, technical specications, and declarations of
conformance, please visit: www.StarTech.com/PAX2235-WIFI-6E-CARD
Package Contents
• PCIe Wi-Fi Card x 1
• Magnetic Antenna Stand x 1
• Bluetooth Cable x 1
• Low-Prole Bracket x 1
• Quick-Start Guide x 1
Installation
Warning: PCIe Cards can be damaged by static electricity. Ensure that the Installer
is properly grounded before they open the Computer Case or touch the PCIe Wi-Fi
Card. The Installer should wear an Anti-Static Strap when installing any computer
component. If an Anti-Static Strap is not available, discharge any built-up static
electricity by touching a large Grounded Metal Surface for several seconds. Only
handle the PCIe Wi-Fi Card by its edges and do not touch the gold connectors.
(Optional) Installing the Low Prole Bracket
Note: By default the Full Prole Bracket is attached to the PCIe Wi-Fi Card.
Depending on the system conguration the Full Prole Bracket may need to be
removed and replaced with the Low Prole Bracket (included).
1. Ensure the Antenna Cables are disconnected from the PCIe Wi-Fi Card.
2. Using a Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, remove the two Bracket Screws securing
the Full Prole Bracket to the PCIe Wi-Fi Card. Set the Bracket Screws aside as
they will be used to attach the Low Prole Bracket.
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Regulatory Compliance
FCC - Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC ID: NZ3-WN0006
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers, directors, employees or agents)
for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss
of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the
product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the
limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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Install the Antenna
1. Locate the PCIe Wi-Fi Card on the rear of the Computer Case.
2. Screw the Cables of the Magnetic Antenna Base onto the Antenna Connectors of
the PCIe Wi-Fi Card.
3. Place the Magnetic Antenna Base in the desired location.
Warning: Do not place the Magnetic Antenna Base on or near electronic devices,
sensitive equipment, or magnetic storage media, as it may cause interference and
potential damage to these items. Always ensure a safe distance from such objects to
prevent any adverse eects on their functionality.
Download the Driver
Note: Drivers will auto-install in supported operating systems, however additional
drivers/rmware may be required to enable Wi-Fi 6E functionality. Please visit
www.StarTech.com/PAX2235-WIFI-6E-CARD to view the latest support
documentation. Windows 10 does not support Wi-Fi 6E.
1. Navigate to www.StarTech.com/PAX2235-WIFI-6E-CARD
2. Click the Drivers & Downloads tab.
3. Under Driver(s), download the Driver Package for the appropriate Operating
System.
4. Extract the Files from the downloaded Driver Package.
5. Follow the included Driver Installation Guide from the extracted Driver Package.
3. Align the Screw Holes on the PCIe Wi-Fi Card with the Screw Holes on the Low
Prole Bracket ensuring the PCIe Wi-Fi Card is sitting on-top of the Screw Holes on
the Low Prole Bracket.
4. Insert the Bracket Screws through the PCIe Wi-Fi Card and into the Screw Holes on
the Low Prole Bracket.
5. Using the Small Phillips Head Screwdriver, tighten the Bracket Screws, being
careful not to over-tighten them.
Install the Card
1. Turn o the Computer and disconnect the Power Cable and any Peripheral Devices
that are connected (e.g. printers, external hard drives, etc.).
2. Remove the Cover from the Computer Case.
Note: Consult the documentation that came with the Computer for details about how
to do this safely.
3. Locate an open PCIe x1, x4, x8, or x16 Slot and remove the corresponding Metal
Cover Plate from the rear of the Computer Case. In most instances, the Metal Cover
Plate is attached to the rear of the Computer Case with a single Phillips Head Screw.
Save this Phillips Head Screw for the next step.
4. Gently insert the PCIe Wi-Fi Card into the open PCIe x1, x4, x8, or x16 Slot and
fasten the Bracket to the rear of the Computer Case, using the Phillips Head Screw
from Step 3.
5. Using the included Bluetooth Cable, connect the Bluetooth USB 2.0 Header,
located on the rear of the PCIe Wi-Fi Card, to an available USB 2.0 Header on the
Computer’s Motherboard.
Note: Consult the documentation that came with the Computer for details of available
USB 2.0 Headers. If the Bluetooth Cable is not connected to a USB 2.0 Header on the
Computer Motherboard, Bluetooth functionality will not work.
6. Replace the Cover from the Computer that was removed in Step 2.