M.2 E Key 2230 Slot
The Radxa Dragon Q8B has one onboard M.2 E Key 2230 slot, which can be used to install M.2 2230 E Key wireless network card modules (Wi-Fi + Bluetooth).
Interface Location
You can refer to the Hardware Information guide to locate the corresponding hardware interface (M.2 E Key slot).
Hardware Connection
- Disconnect the power supply from the board.
- Insert the gold fingers of the M.2 E Key 2230 wireless network card module into the slot at an angle of about 30°.
- Press down the other end of the module and secure it with a screw.
- Connect the power supply and boot the system.
After the system boots, you can connect to Wi-Fi in the system settings, or use Bluetooth for pairing.
Supported Wireless Network Cards
The following models have been verified on the Radxa Dragon Q8B:
| Model | Type / Chipset | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Tested Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxconn T99H432.12 | NCM865A (WCN7851) | Wi-Fi 7 | BT 5.4 | Windows / Linux | Bluetooth over UART |
| Quectel QCNCM865AAMD-865A | NCM865A (WCN7851) | Wi-Fi 7 | BT 5.4 | Windows / Linux | Bluetooth over UART |
| Foxconn T99H432.05 | NCM865 (WCN7851) | Wi-Fi 7 | BT 5.4 | Windows / Linux | Bluetooth over USB |
| LITE-ON WCBN814A | NFA765A (QCA2066) | Wi-Fi 6E | BT 5.3 | Windows / Linux | Bluetooth over UART Bluetooth audio may disconnect unexpectedly after some time of use; we recommend using other models |
| Foxconn T99H294 U98H139.00 | NFA765 (WCN6856) | Wi-Fi 6E | BT 5.3 | Windows / Linux | Bluetooth over USB |
| MediaTek MT7921 | MT7921 | Wi-Fi 6 | BT 5.2 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
| MediaTek MT7922 | MT7922 | Wi-Fi 6E | BT 5.2 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
| Realtek RTL8852CE | RTL8852CE | Wi-Fi 6E | BT 5.3 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
| Intel BE200 | BE200 | Wi-Fi 7 | BT 5.4 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
| Intel AX210 | AX210 | Wi-Fi 6E | BT 5.4 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
| Intel 8260 | 8260 | Wi-Fi 5 | BT 4.2 | Linux | Wi-Fi over PCIe; Bluetooth over USB |
Purchase Notes
- The table above lists the currently verified models. Refer to the "Tested Platform" column for platform support.
- Realtek / Intel series wireless network cards do not have available driver support; please do not purchase them (based only on testing on the Q8B Windows platform).
- MediaTek MT7925 / MT7927 may be supported, but are still under further validation (based only on testing on the Q8B Windows platform).
- If you want to use other models, please contact Radxa technical support to confirm compatibility before purchasing.