Product Brief Product Brief IInntdelus tWiry - Fi 6 AX201 Module st 2 1 Generation Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax ) Solution Product Name Title First Line Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (Gig+) Module Title Second Line Nearly 3X higher peak data rates and up to 4X capacity 1 The Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (Gig+) adapter is a CRF (Companion RF) module that supports the new IEEE 802.11ax standard Wi-Fi 6 2 technology and is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 . The product supports 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 technology, including new features such as UL and DL OFDMA 3 and 1024QAM, delivering data rates of up to 2.4Gbps and increased network capacity as well as Bluetooth 5.2 support. These new feat- ures deliver a significant improvement in user experience in dense deployments, supporting fast uploads and downloads, lower latency, and longer battery life compared to solutions supporting 802.11ac. Combined with Intel Core processors and exceptional Intel wireless innovations, the Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module can provide Gigabit 3 wireless speed and dramatically improve your connected experience at home, work, or on the go. st 1 Generation Intel Wi-Fi 6 Wireless Increased Capacity By implementing the new 802.11ax standard, with its unique features such as OFDMA, 1024QAM, Target Wake Time (TWT), and spatial reuse, the Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module enables smooth Faster Speed streaming of high resolution videos, fewer dropped connections, and faster connections farther Better Coverage away from the router and in dense environments. Extended Battery Life When using Wi-Fi 6 technology with 1024QAM and 160MHz channels, the Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 4 802.11ax Dual Band 2x2 module can deliver nearly 3x higher peak data rates (up to 2.4Gbps) and up to 4x capacity 5 160MHz improvement in dense or congested environments compared to 802.11ac . Improved Security Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module supports the new WPA3* security features, enabling next-generation authentication and military-grade encryption. 6 Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2 provides 4x range over Bluetooth 4.2 using the same Tx power, enabling coverage throughout the home. Bluetooth 5.2 also doubles data rate speed for faster 6 transmissions, thereby reducing the overall power consumption . Additionally, Bluetooth 5.2 adds new, enhanced data broadcasting, enabling seamless location-based services and simpler pairing for Bluetooth devices. Microsoft Windows 10* Full support for the latest Microsoft Windows 10* OS. Form Factors M.2 2230 modules enable system configuration and platform usage flexibility with the use of a standard Key E socket for attaching the module. (M.2 2230 and 1216) M.2 1216 modules enable platform design optimization with the use of an Intel CNVio interface 7 8 between the CNVi and Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module , providing savings on motherboard space, BOM and PCIe* port, plus allowing for flexible motherboard routing up to 10 . 6070081.62 Intel Confidential 1 Product Brief Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Module Experience the Intel Difference Worldwide Regulatory Enables performance optimized worldwide regulatory compliance SKU. The Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Support module detects its location and automatically optimizes the Wi-Fi settings to local regulatory requirements, maximizing performance in each geography, simplifying travel experience and Intel Dynamic Regulatory global enterprise procurement. Solution Future regulatory changes are easily managed during the product life cycle. Wireless Functionality in Pre- Support for Wi-Fi network and Bluetooth Low Energy Human Interface Device (HID) connectivity in boot Environment the platforms UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) environment during its boot stage. This capability enables use cases like OS recovery over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy-based keyboard and mouse connectivity in this pre-boot environment. Wirelessly Project to the Project your 2-in-1 or laptop content instantly, without wires, on the big HD screen with stunning Big Screen image clarity and sound using Wi-Fi Miracast*. Stream movies, videos, games, photos, connect with friends, and more. Experience it all, bigger and better than ever before. Business-Class Wireless 9 Intel vPro Technology Supports Intels hardware-based security and management features built into Intel Core vPro processors and chipsets that enable IT to manage PCs virtually anywhere, anytime, while reducing deployment costs, improving security and ROI. Intel Active Management Using integrated platform capabilities and popular third-party management and security 10 applications, Intel AMT allows IT or managed service providers to better discover, repair, and help Technology protect their networked computing assets. Intel AMT is a feature of Intel Core processors with Intel vPro technology. Intel WI-FI 6 AX201 Technical Specifications GENERAL Dimensions (H x W x D) M.2 2230: 22mm x 30mm x 2.4mm 1.5mm Max (Top Side)/ 0.1mm Max (Bottom Side) M.2 1216: 12mm x 16mm x 1.65 (+-0.05)mm M.2 2230: 2.33 +/ 0.3 g Weight M.2 1216: 0.61 +/ 0.1 g Radio ON/OFF Control Supported 11 Connector Interface M.2: CNVio2 Operating Temperature 0C to +80C (Adapter Shield) Humidity Non-Operating 50% to 90% RH non-condensing (at temperatures of 25C to 35C) Operating Systems Microsoft Windows 10*, Linux*, Chrome OS* 12 Wi-Fi Alliance Wi-Fi CERTIFIED* 6, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED* a/b/g/n/ac, WMM*, WMM*-Power Save, WPA2*, WPA3*, WPS*, PMF*, Wi- Fi Direct*, Wi-Fi Agile Multiband* and Wi-Fi TimeSync* IEEE WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11-2016 and select amendments (selected feature coverage) IEEE 802.11a, b, d, e, g, h, i, k, n, r, u, v, w, ac, ax Fine Timing Measurement based on 802.11-2016 Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2 13 SECURITY FEATURES Security Methods WPA2* Personal and Enterprise WPA3* Authentication Protocols 802.1X EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2, PEAPv0 -MSCHAPv2 (EAP-SIM, EAP-AKA, EAP-AKA) Encryption 64-bit and 128-bit WEP, TKIP, 128-bit AES-CCMP, 256-bit AES-GCMP COMPLIANCE Regulatory For a list of country approvals, please contact your local Intel representatives. 14 US Government FIPS 140-2 Product Safety UL, C-UL, CB (IEC 60950-1) 6070081.62 Intel Confidential 2