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Features and Benefits
Gigabit Wi-Fi
Intel® Wireless-AC 9260 is the first Intel Wi-Fi module that provides Gigabit Wi-Fi speeds. When using 160MHz channels, it can deliver up to 1.73Gbps maximum theoretical throughput, nearly 12x faster than baseline 1x1 BGN (150Mbps) Wi-Fi used in today’s PCs.1
Bluetooth® 5
Bluetooth® 5 provides 4x2 the range over Bluetooth® 4.2 Low Energy with the same power, doubles the transmit speed and improves the broadcasting functionality. This translates to better coverage, improved location-based services and simpler connectivity between devices.
Optimized for Intel Platforms
Recommended wireless solution for 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors and ensures your business is protected from the latest threats with wireless support for 8th Generation Intel® vPro™ processors. Enables Intel® Authenticate Solution Bluetooth® proximity usage models.
MU-MIMO
Downlink MU-MIMO allows an access point to simultaneously transmit data to multiple clients and can improve overall downlink network capacity by up to 3x.3
Related Technologies
Intel® vPro™ Technology4
Supports Intel’s hardware-based security and management features built into Intel® Core™ vPro™ processors and chipsets that enables IT to manage PCs virtually anywhere, anytime while reducing deployment costs, improving security and ROI.
Worldwide Regulatory Support
Intel® Dynamic Regulatory Solution enables worldwide regulatory compliance on a single Intel® Wireless-AC adapter SKU. The Wi-Fi adapter detects location and automatically optimizes the Wi-Fi settings to local regulatory requirements and optimizes performance based on location. Future regulatory changes are easily managed during the product lifecycle.
Related Videos
Introducing Intel® Wireless-AC 2x2 160 MHz
Experience gigabit Wi-Fi connectivity without the wires; introducing Intel® Wireless-AC 2x2 160 MHz for accelerated gaming, downloading, file sharing, HD and 4K video streaming, video conferencing, multitasking, and wireless performance.
Experience Faster Wi-Fi with Intel® Wireless-AC
Experience improved connection with faster Wi-Fi performance, reliability, 4K movie streaming, and better graphics.
Take 5 Seconds to Tell If Your New PC Has Intel® Wireless-AC
In 5 seconds and 3 simple steps, start streaming movies, moving data, and more with Intel® Wireless-AC.
For a New PC, Choose Intel® Wireless-AC
When you're looking to buy a new PC, choose the right Wi-Fi solution for streaming, gaming, and sharing.
Intel® Wireless-AC
Best Buy explains how the 802.11ac offers faster connections and supports more devices on a router.
Extend Intel® Wireless-AC to Your Desktop
Intel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Desktop Kit. A new Wi-Fi solution for desktop PCs. Desktop kit includes: antennas and cables mounting brackets with the Intel® Wireless-AC 8265 Adapter that is simple to install.
