Internal WLAN Bluetooth Adapter ASUS PCE-BE6500 — PCIe, Tri-band Wi‑Fi 6E/7 (2.4/5/6 GHz), Bluetooth 5.4, 2882 Mbps, external antenna, black

The ASUS PCE-BE6500 is an internal WLAN and Bluetooth adapter that adds WiFi 7 (802.11be) capability to desktop PCs via a PCI Express slot. The 2x2 tri-band card supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and the new 6 GHz band, enabling maximum data rates up to 2882 Mbit/s and providing compatibility with current WiFi standards. The adapter also upgrades the system to Bluetooth 5.4 and supports WPA3 for enhanced wireless security. Note: PCE-BE6500 only supports the PCI‑Express x1 standard and should be installed in a PCI‑e x1 slot.

Advantages

The PCE-BE6500 uses the less congested 6 GHz band to reduce interference from legacy devices and to deliver higher throughput. Its WiFi 7 design offers faster wireless performance compared with WiFi 6/6E 2x2 160 MHz adapters, while integrated Bluetooth 5.4 provides improved power efficiency and larger network support. Built-in WPA3 support adds a modern layer of security for WiFi connections.

Suitable for

• High-bandwidth gaming and cloud gaming on desktop PCs
• 4K/8K streaming and large media transfers
• Home or office environments requiring low-interference wireless links
• Users upgrading older desktops to modern WiFi and Bluetooth standards

Key specifications

• Model: ASUS PCE-BE6500 (MPN: 90IG09G0-MO0B00)
• Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11be (WiFi 7), compatible with 802.11ax/802.11ac/802.11n
• Bands: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz (tri-band)
• Maximum data transfer rate: 2882 Mbit/s
• Bluetooth: v5.4
• Interface: PCI Express (PCI‑e x1 compatible)
• Security: WPA3
• Colour: Black / Stainless steel
• EAN: 4711387680681

How to use

Power off the PC and open the case. Insert the PCE-BE6500 into an available PCI‑Express x1 slot and secure it in place. Close the case, power on the system, and install the latest drivers provided by Asus or through your operating system to enable WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 functionality. Pair Bluetooth devices using the system Bluetooth settings and connect to a WiFi 7 router using the network manager. Ensure the router supports the 6 GHz band to take full advantage of WiFi 7 speeds.

Recommendations

Install the adapter in a PCI‑e x1 slot as specified and use it with a WiFi 7 (802.11be) router to benefit from the 6 GHz band and maximum throughput. Keep drivers and firmware up to date and enable WPA3 on compatible routers for improved security.