Upgrade Wi fi adapter in Hp laptop

[Nick8015]

I would like to find the proper replacement wifi adapter to upgrade my laptop to dual band AC.  Currently only has 2.4 and one wire, HP 792202-001.  I am not concerned about bluetooth as I just want the faster speeds.

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

You should be able to upgrade to this model...

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 Notebook PC (Intel)HP 250 G4 Notebook PCHP 256 G4 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide

[Nick8015]

Thanks!  Got great 5.0 ghz speeds.  Works perfectly.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome. 

Thanks for letting us know how your notebook's WiFi card upgrade project went.