Can I replace the AC-7260 WiFi adapter in a ZBook G2?

[forumreader]

I have a ZBook G2 with an Intel AC-7260 WiFi adapter. It is constantly disconnecting from my WiFi, when other devices in the same room have no problems. I have seen numerous posts from people across the internet who have the same problem with the AC-7260 adapter.

Does anyone know if it is possible to replace the AC-7260 adapter with a different one? Or does only the AC-7260 work with the ZBook G2?

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

That model card was the only AC card that was offered in the model series according to chapter 3 of the service manual.

HP ZBook 15 G2 Mobile Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide

However, I came across this discussion where another forum member successfully installed the Intel 9260 AC wifi card in a Zbook15 G2.

Wireless card upgrade for zbook G2 - HP Support Community - 7759097

The reason the Intel 9560 didn't work is because that is a CNVI card and will only work in certain notebooks with newer processors and chipsets.

What Are the Intel® Integrated Connectivity (CNVi) and Companion...

So, at least you know you can replace the 7260 AC card with a considerably newer one.

Amazon.com: Intel Wireless-Ac 9260, 2230, 2X2 Ac+Bt, Gigabit, No Vpro : Electronics

[forumreader]

Thank you so much for the information! It looks like Intel also released a 9461 and 9462 WiFi adapters at the same time as the 9260 and 9560, but those are only 1x1, and the 9260 is 2x2, so I will definitely go for the 9260.

EDIT: Actually I may try the 8265 instead. I was thinking I might downgrade the laptop to Windows 7, and I just came across a discussion that the 9260 only works on Windows 10.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

The 9461 and 9462 Wi-Fi adapters would definitely not work because they are CNVI cards,

None of the cards on that Intel link I posted would work in your zBook.

Yes, you would have to install an older model Wi-Fi adapter such as the 8265 if you want to install W7.

The specs for the Intel 9260 indicate support for W10, W11, Linux and Chrome.

Intel® Wireless-AC 9260

[forumreader]

Do you know if I need a specific version of the 8265 for the ZBook G2?  I found a listing on Ebay where the description says it does not work in HP laptops.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

What I recommend you do if you want the Intel 8265AC would be to buy one of the two listed in chapter 3 of the zBook 15 G4 service manual.

HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation Maintenance and Service GuideIMPORTANT! This document is intended ...

If your notebook does not have an Intel vPro label on it, I would get the non-vPro model.

Intel Dual band wireless-AC 8265 802.11AC 2x2 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adaptor (non-vPro) 910264-852

Intel Dual band wireless-AC 8265 802.11AC 2x2 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adaptor (vPro)          918855-852

Search by the HP part number, not the model of the Wi-Fi card.

[forumreader]

My ZBook is a non-vPro model. I only found one 910264-852 listing and the description mentions Lenovo. Do you have any idea if a Lenovo adapter will also work with the ZBook G2?

[Paul_Tikkanen]

I found two with the non-vPro part number, and pretty reasonable too.

910264-852 for sale | eBay

[forumreader]

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@Paul_Tikkanen wrote:

I found two with the non-vPro part number, and pretty reasonable too.

910264-852 for sale | eBay

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Those do have the non-vPro part number in the title, although when I click on each listing, their description says "01AX704 Lenovo Wireless Board 81B5000KUS" with no mention of HP.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi, @forumreader 

Either one should work.

I googled the 851594-001 SPS number and it shows it being advertised for HP notebooks.

HP New Genuine Probook 470 G4 WiFi Wireless Bluetooth 4.2 Card 851594-001 (amazon.com)