I would like to upgrade my Blue Tooth/Wifi and need to know what will do it part wise?

[gnswelch]

I have a HP 17-by0053od Computer. I replaced the DD with a 970EVO PLUS 2tb ssd some time ago. I would like to get full use of my Fiber Optic source now. What can be used to replace the factory original bt/wifi card in it now?

The part number being used is a HP P/N 915619-002.

Thanks

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Your notebook only comes with one Wi-Fi antenna wire, so the only card you can upgrade to where both the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth work without installing a second antenna wire is this one:

Realtek RTL8821CE 802.11 ac 1x1 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter (MU-MIMO supported) HP part # L17365-005.

The card has a maximum throughput of 433 MBPS on the 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi band with an AC router and an excellent signal.

[gnswelch]

Adding a second antenna wire should be no problem, assuming I do that then what Adapter beyond the first suggestion could I go with? Along with the part no. for the antenna wire also.

Thanks

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

If the extensive disassembly work required to properly install a second antenna wire isn't a problem for you, then this card should work:

Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 ax 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.0 MU-MIMO M.2 2230 non-vPro   HP part # L35282-005.

You might even be able to install the Wi-Fi 6E card:

Intel AX210 Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 AX + Bluetooth 5.2 M.2 2230 non-vPro   HP part # / SPS # M27269-005.

The dual antenna kit part number can be found in chapter 3 page 22 of the service manual.

HP 17 Laptop PC Maintenance and Service Guide

Dual antennas   HP part # L22497-001

You would just need to install the auxiliary antenna wire I assume, since the wire for the main antenna connection is already installed.

HP does have the dual antenna kit in stock, but it is pretty expensive at $49.13, so you may want to see if you can find the kit on eBay, Amazon or another PC parts store.

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[gnswelch]

Prices vary and all the Jargon on the most recent suggested upgrades do not line up the Ducks for me but Amazons Prime price at:  $42.60 and a Ebay hit at $17.99 and a dollar shipping charge I need to look at differences in all the darn numbers on them, which do not duplicate, if it's the same as or correct or not?

i have no apprehension in running another Antenna wire. I just replaced the keyboard and bottom, moving the motherboard etc, another volunteer ruined fastening points on them  lacking logic in a mechanical world. 

I lack the ability to compare these silicone world things that look alike and beg a guidance to decide in my retirement years at 76yrs, a Pin point suggestion on Amazon, Ebay would be quite helpful.

I continue to be grateful in your guidance in this.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Unfortunately, I would not be able to help you find a different source of supply for the antenna kit, so I suggest you start a new discussion on that.

[gnswelch]

Sorry,

My apologies

I was referring to the particular Bluetooth/WIFI adapter specifically in particular identification on a couple of major sites selling ones and trying to avoid mistakenly choosing what appear to be alike but all the numeric ID shown get confusing . On Amazon at $37 something and on eBay $18 or so. I have no idea of the qualifying specifics given all the data to consume. The antenna issue can be resolved easy enough.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

You have to look for a Wi-Fi card that has the HP part number/SPS number I posted on the label.

The key factor is to purchase the non-vPro version of the card because the vPro versions will not work in HP consumer class notebooks.

Only the higher end business notebook's support the Intel vPro technology.

AX200:

Amazon:  This is the least expensive one I could find that has the L35282-005 SPS number showing on the label.

That denotes non-vPro.

Amazon.com: WiFi 6 Wireless Card Intel AX200 NGW, Bluetooth 5.2, 2400Mbps Network Adapter for Laptop...

Ebay:

L35282-005 Hp Wireless Lan Card M.2 Intel Ax200 Ww Precision 5540 "GRADE A" | eBay

AX210:  These are the least expensive cards I could find where I saw the M27269-005 SPS # on the label.

Amazon:

Amazon.com: WiFi 6E Wireless Card Intel AX210 NGW Bluetooth 5.3 Tri-Band 5400Mbps Network Adapter fo...

eBay:

HP Omen 17-ck000 Intel WiFi 6E AX201NGW M.2 WiFi Bluetooth 5.2 Card M27269-005 | eBay

The key is to make sure you buy a card where you actually see those SPS #'s on the Intel label.

[gnswelch]

Speed reading caught up with me, after my last reply I recognized you had provided two options for duel antenna Cards!! Duh on me. Your awesome in your knowledge and aid to me. 

Thank You Kindly for all of it.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Anytime. 

Glad to have been of assistance.