{"product_id":"tp-link-archer-tx55e-ax3000-wi-fi-6-bluetooth-pcie-adapter","title":"TP-Link Archer TX55E AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth PCIe Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link Archer TX55E AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth PCIe Adapter is designed for desktop PC users who want to add fast, modern wireless connectivity without replacing their router. It brings Wi-Fi 6 speeds and Bluetooth 5.2 to any compatible machine through a PCIe slot, making it well suited to gamers, streamers, and anyone moving from an older wireless standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi 6 speeds up to 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz\u003c\/strong\u003e — Operating on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands, it reaches up to 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz — breaking the gigabit barrier for desktop wireless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e160 MHz bandwidth and 1024-QAM for peak throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e — A 160 MHz channel width combined with 1024-QAM modulation delivers higher data density, helping it sustain faster transfers compared to standard AC adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOFDMA reduces latency by up to 75%\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wi-Fi 6's OFDMA technology slices channels into smaller sub-carriers so multiple devices share bandwidth more efficiently, cutting lag for gaming and real-time video.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth 5.2 built in\u003c\/strong\u003e — The adapter includes Bluetooth 5.2 — with backward compatibility to 4.2 and 4.0 — for connecting peripherals such as headsets, controllers and keyboards without a separate dongle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo high-gain antennas extend coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — A pair of external dual-band high-gain antennas widen the wireless reach, helping it maintain a stable signal from farther away within the home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWPA3 security and Intel Wi-Fi 6 chipset\u003c\/strong\u003e — WPA3 personal security is supported alongside WPA2\/WPA for enhanced password protection, and the Intel Wi-Fi 6 chipset underpins reliable, consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWi-Fi Generation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Speed (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 2402 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax Speed (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 574 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth 5.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCI Express x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTwo High-Gain Dual Band Antennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWindows 10 \/ 11 (64-bit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWPA3 \/ WPA2 \/ WPA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits any desktop motherboard with a free PCI Express x1 (or wider) slot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with Windows 10 (64-bit) and Windows 11 (64-bit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Works with any Wi-Fi 6 router, and is backward compatible with 802.11ac\/a\/b\/g\/n networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Includes a low-profile bracket, making it suitable for small form factor (SFF) cases as well as standard towers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Bluetooth requires a connection to an available internal USB header on the motherboard via the included Standard Bluetooth Header Cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Not compatible with laptops — this is a PCIe card for desktop PCs only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGamers and VR users\u003c\/b\u003e who need low-latency wireless — OFDMA cuts latency by up to 75% versus standard Wi-Fi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesktop PC owners\u003c\/b\u003e adding wireless for the first time or upgrading from an older 802.11ac or earlier adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-device households\u003c\/b\u003e with a Wi-Fi 6 router, where OFDMA and dual-band operation help sustain throughput across many simultaneous connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers wanting consolidated wireless\u003c\/b\u003e — the combined Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2 card eliminates the need for a separate USB Bluetooth dongle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmall form factor builds\u003c\/b\u003e where the included low-profile bracket allows installation in compact cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLaptop users\u003c\/b\u003e — the PCIe interface means it physically cannot be installed in a portable computer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWindows 7 or Windows 8 users\u003c\/b\u003e — the adapter only supports Windows 10 (64-bit) and Windows 11 (64-bit) as stated by the manufacturer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e32-bit operating system users\u003c\/b\u003e — neither supported Windows version is available in 32-bit on this adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers without a motherboard USB header\u003c\/b\u003e — Bluetooth functionality requires an available internal USB header; without one, Bluetooth cannot be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe very latest Wi-Fi standard, Wi-Fi 6, provides extreme speed, ultra-low latency, and uninterrupted connectivity so you enjoy faster downloads, smoother streaming, and more immersive gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1024-QAM and a 160 MHz bandwidth deliver powerful, continuous Wi-Fi to fully unlock the potential of your Wi-Fi 6 router. Achieving speeds 3× faster than standard AC Wi-Fi drives your PC to peak performance so your setup keeps pace with your jaw-dropping skills. Revolutionary OFDMA reduces lag by up to 75%. Enjoy ultra-responsive real-time gaming or immersive VR experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo powerful signal-boosting high-gain antennas greatly extend existing Wi-Fi coverage, offering a fast, smooth online experience from farther away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTP-Link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eArcher TX55E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWi-Fi Generation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eNetwork Band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDual Band (2.4 GHz \u0026amp; 5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth 5.2 (also supports Bluetooth 4.2, Bluetooth 4.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eOperating System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWindows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11 (64-bit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eConnector A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePCI Express x1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClient mode, Hotspot mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Standards (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.11ax\/ac\/n\/a\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Standards (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.11ax\/n\/g\/b\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSignal Rate (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e11ax: Up to 2402 Mbps \/ 11ac: Up to 1733 Mbps \/ 11n: Up to 300 Mbps \/ 11a: Up to 54 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSignal Rate (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e11ax: Up to 574 Mbps \/ 11n: Up to 300 Mbps \/ 11g: Up to 54 Mbps \/ 11b: Up to 11 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTransmit Power (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e28 dBm (FCC) \/ 23 dBm (CE) EIRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTransmit Power (2.4 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e24 dBm (FCC) \/ 20 dBm (CE) EIRP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Security\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e64\/128-bit WEP, WPA\/WPA2\/WPA3, WPA-PSK\/WPA2-PSK, 802.1x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTwo High-Gain Dual Band Antennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1× Archer TX55E, 1× Two High-Gain Antennas, 1× Low-Profile Bracket, 1× Standard Bluetooth Header Cable, 1× Quick Installation Guide, 1× Resource CD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55667389628792,"sku":"TPL-1089","price":45.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9119\/7218\/files\/Archer_TX55E_overview_large_20220511090800f.jpg?v=1789809220","url":"https:\/\/tech-syndicate.co.uk\/products\/tp-link-archer-tx55e-ax3000-wi-fi-6-bluetooth-pcie-adapter","provider":"Tech Syndicate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}