Replace Realtek RTL8723BE

[Blulaptop]

Hello, I had too many problems with my wifi when I changed to Ubuntu, that I had to disconnect it and use an external antenna. However is there a better way to replace the original RTL8723BE for a model with dual antenna?

I have the HP Stream 11-r010nr.

Thanks,

BL

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

Since your notebook only has one Wi-Fi antenna wire to connect to, there's only one model Wi-Fi card you can upgrade to and that is this one, and I have no idea if it would work with Ubuntu.

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.

You can find this model on eBay, or Ali Express. 

I see some Intel 3165 cards listed on the eBay listings, so don't buy those.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=L17365-005&_sacat=0&_sop=15

RTL8821CE - Buy RTL8821CE with free shipping on AliExpress

On the Ali Express listings, make sure the card has the HP Part # of 915620-001.

Below is the link to the service manual where you can find the Wi-Fi card removal and replacement procedure.

HP Stream Notebook PC (model numbers 11-r000 through 11-r099) and HP Stream 11 Pro G2 Notebook PC Ma...

If you can live without Bluetooth, the Intel 3165 AC card from your notebook's service manual should work, but the BT won't work without a second antenna wire.

Intel 3165NGWG 1 ac 1×1 + Bluetooth 4.0 LE PCIe+USB NGFF 2230   HP part # 806723-005

[Blulaptop]

Thank you so much for your reply. I will dig a bit deeper, to see about compatibility with Ubuntu and will inform the forum of what I find.

Cheers,

BL

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.