tp-link AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter User Guide

tp-link AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter

Specifications:

• Product: AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter Archer TXE72E
• Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
• Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth Core Specification 5.0, 5.2, 5.3
• Frequency Band: 6 GHz band
• Wireless Signal Rates: Maximum rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications
• Features: OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, HE160
• Security: WPA3 support

Product Usage Instructions

1. Chapter 1: About This Guide
   This guide complements the Quick Installation Guide and provides detailed instructions for product overview and setup. Note that features may vary by model, software version, region, or ISP.

2. Chapter 2: Get to Know About Your Adapter
   The Archer TXE72E equips your PC with Wi-Fi 6E technology, utilizing the 6 GHz band for increased performance and reduced interference.

3. Chapter 3: Connect to a Computer

4. Turn off your computer and unplug it from the power source.

5. Open your computer case and locate an available PCIe slot.

6. Insert the AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter into the PCIe slot firmly.

7. Secure the adapter in place with the screw provided.

8. Close your computer case and plug in the power cord.

9. Chapter 4: Use Your Adapter

10. Install the necessary drivers and software for the adapter on your computer.

11. Connect the antennas to the adapter for optimal signal reception.

12. Power on your computer and configure the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings as needed.

13. Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi 6E connectivity and enhanced Bluetooth capabilities.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use this adapter with older Wi-Fi routers?
  A: The Archer TXE72E is designed for Wi-Fi 6E routers and may not be fully compatible with older Wi-Fi standards.

• Q: How many antennas does the adapter come with?
  A: The adapter typically comes with multiple antennas to ensure strong signal reception.

• Q: Do I need to update drivers for this adapter?
  A: It is recommended to check for driver updates on the manufacturer’s website to ensure optimal performance.

User Guide
AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter
Archer TXE72E

About This Guide

• This guide is a complement to Quick Installation Guide. The Quick Installation Guide instructs you on quick installation, and this guide provides the product overview and more detailed instructions for each steps.
• When using this guide, please notice that features available of the adapter may vary by model and software version. It may also vary by region or ISP. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual experience.

Conventions
In this guide, the following conventions are used:

redirect to a website or a specific section.
Teal| Contents to be emphasized and texts on the web page are in teal, including the menus, items, buttons, etc.
Note:| Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the device.
Tips:| Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your device.

• Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage and number of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, AP limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and AP location.
• Use of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, and features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, or HE160 require APs to also support the corresponding features.
• The 160 MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5 GHz band in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.
• Functionality of Archer TXE72E may be restricted on some computing systems and platforms. Please try to update the device’s driver for feature compatibility.
• Based on IEEE 802.11ax specification Intel Engineering simulation. 160 MHz channels and Wi-Fi 6/6E technology advantages related to network managed traffic enable lower latencies, more efficient operation, and higher reliability vs. random contention-based traffic of standard Wi-Fi 5 networks.
• *Use of WPA3 requires APs to also support the corresponding feature.
• **Several new features are introduced in the Bluetooth Core Specification 5.0,5.2 and 5.3 Release, including 2x faster speed and 4x broader coverage compared with Bluetooth 4.2.
• ***Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product’s Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.

More Info

• The latest driver can be found at Download Center at https://www.tp-link.com/support.
• The Quick Installation Guide (QIG) can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the product.
• Specifications can be found on the product page at https://www.tp-link.com.
• A TP-Link Community is provided for you to discuss our products at https://community.tp-link.com .

Chapter 1 Get to Know About Your Adapter

• This chapter introduces the detail of the adapter.

• Archer TXE72E arms your PC with Wi-Fi 6E technology and the brand-new 6 GHz band, unlocking your Wi-Fi 6E router’s full potential. The latest band is wide enough for 7 extra 160 MHz channels and exclusive to Wi-Fi 6E devices, which prevents drops in speed and interference from legacy devices.

• Standards: 2402 Mbps on 6 GHz + 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz + 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz,† compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi standards

• Antennas: 2× High-Gain Tri-Band Antennas

• Security: WEP, WPA/WPA2/WPA3, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK*

• Dimensions: 4.8 × 3.1 × 0.8 in (120.878.521.5 mm)

• Environment :

  • Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
  • Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉~158℉)
  • Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
  • Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing

Chapter 2 Connect to a Computer

• This chapter introduces how to connect the adapter to your computer.
• Please note that images are for demonstration only.

1. If you plan on using Bluetooth and already have connected Bluetooth devices, make sure you have disabled all existing Bluetooth devices (both built-in and third party).
   Tip: Right-click My Computer, select Manage, go to Device Manager, expand the Bluetooth node to find your existing Bluetooth device, then right-click the existing Bluetooth device and select Disable.

2. Turn off your computer, unplug the power cable then remove the case panel.
   Note : Before you start, please make sure you have unplugged all existing Intel® wireless adapters.

3. Connect the provided Bluetooth USB cable to the adapter.

4. Locate an available PCIE slot (X1, X4, X8, or X16) and carefully insert the adapter.
   Tip: If the bracket is not suitable for your computer, detach it from the adapter’s board and replace it with the low-profile bracket.

5. Locate an available F_USB connector and carefully plug the Bluetooth USB cable into it. Note: If the Bluetooth USB cable is not correctly connected to the motherboard, Bluetooth function won’t work even after driver installation.

6. Connect the antennas to the adapter.
   Tip: To maximize performance, avoid physical obstructions in the path between your antennas and router.

7. Replace the case panel, plug in the power cable and turn on your computer.

After connecting your adapter to the computer, follow the instructions in the next chapter to install Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers.

Chapter 3 Use Your Adapter

This chapter introduces how to install or uninstall your adapter’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers, connect to a wireless network, and pair with a Bluetooth device on Windows 10/11 (64 bit) system.

This chapter includes the following sections:

• Install Drivers
• Join a Wireless Network
• Pair with Bluetooth Devices
• Uninstall Drivers

Install Drivers

1. Insert the CD and run the Autorun.exe.
   Note: You can also check the new release and download the driver at https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/

2. Install the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers.
   Note: DO NOT install the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi drivers simultaneously. If one driver is being installed, please wait until it is finished, then try installing the other again.

3. Wi-Fi: Click and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.

4. Bluetooth: Click and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Bluetooth installation.

Join a Wireless Network

1. Click the Network icon on the taskbar (the icon might look like one of these: ****).
2. Select your Wi-Fi network, click Connect, and enter the password when prompted.

Note: To connect to a 6GHz, check the following:

1. Make sure the 6 GHz band is not prohibited by regulations in your country.
2. Make sure your router or access point supports 6 GHz Wi-Fi.
3. The 6 GHz band requires operating system support. Make sure you are using the Windows 11.
4. Make sure the Wi-Fi driver is successfully installed according to the Quick Installation Guide.
   Note: If you want to update your operating system, refer to Troubleshooting-T6.

Pair with Bluetooth Devices

1. Right click the (Bluetooth) icon on the taskbar.
   Note: If it’s not displayed, refer to Troubleshooting-T4.

2. Select Add a Bluetooth Device to scan for available devices.

3. Select your Bluetooth device from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing.
   Note: Make sure your device’s Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable.

Uninstall Drivers

• Uninstall Wi-Fi driver
  • Go to Start > Apps, find the Wi-Fi driver TP-Link Archer TXE72E 2.0 Wi-Fi Driver.
  • Click on it and select Uninstall, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
• Uninstall Bluetooth driver
  • Go to Start > Apps, find the Bluetooth driver TP-Link Archer TXE72E 2.0 Bluetooth Driver. Click on it and select Uninstall, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.

Appendix: Troubleshooting

• T1. What should I do if the adapter is not detected?

  • Make sure the adapter is securely located in the appropriate PCI-E slot (X1, X4, X8, or X16).
  • Make sure you use the latest driver for your specific adapter. The latest drivers can be found at the product’s Support page at https://www.tp-link.com.
  • Try restarting the computer or try the adapter on a different computer.

• T2. How to check if I have installed the drivers successfully or not on Windows?
  Please follow these steps to check if you installed the driver for your TP- Link adapter successfully.

  • Step 1. Right-click Computer or My Computer on your computer and select Manage. Or click on the Windows Button and type “Device Manager” in the search bar (usually on the left-bottom corner of the Desktop and select “Device Manager”
  • Step 2. Find Network adapters or Bluetooth and then find the corresponding TP-Link adapters,
  • Step 3. Right-click the adapters and choose Properties. If you can see “This device is working properly.” in the Device Status box, you have already installed the driver successfully.

• T3. What should I do if can’t connect to the Wi-Fi after installing the driver?

  • Refer to T2 to check if you have installed the driver for your adapter successfully .
  • Disable the antivirus software and firewall, then try again.
  • Make sure the adapter is securely located in the appropriate PCI-E slot.
  • Try a different PCI-E slot on the computer.
  • Restart your computer and try again.
  • Reinstall the driver and try again.

• T4. What should I do if the Bluetooth icon doesn’t appear?

  • Make sure you have turned on the Bluetooth in your Windows settings. To enable Bluetooth, go to Start > Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & other devices and turn on Bluetooth.
  • Make sure there are no other Bluetooth devices on the computer. If there are, disable all existing Bluetooth devices in Device Manager, then reinstall the adapter and try again.
  • Tip: To go to Device Manager: Right-click My Computer or This PC, select Manage, go to Device Manager and disable all existing Bluetooth devices.

• T5. How to find the hardware version of the adapter?
  The hardware version printed on the product label on the package or the adapter. There is a character string “Ver:X.Y” (for example, Ver:1.0) in the Serial Number field, and the number X is the hardware version of the adapter .

• T6. How do I update my operating system?
  Refer to the official website to download Win 11: https://www.microsoft.com /software-download/windows11/

For more detailed instructions:

• Can’t find the hardware version of the adapter: https://www.tp-link.com/faq-46.html
• Can’t find or connect to the wireless networks: https://www.tp-link.com/faq-2253.html
• Can’t install the driver: https://www.tp-link.com/faq-2252.html

FCC STATEMENT

• Product Name: AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter
• Model Number: Archer TXE72E
• Responsible party: TP-Link USA Corporation
• Address: 10 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618
• Website: http://www.tp-link.com/us/
• Tel: +1 626 333 0234
• Fax: +1 909 527 6804
• E-mail: [email protected]
• This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:

• This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
• “To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
• Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.
• We, TP-Link USA Corporation, has determined that the equipment shown as above has been shown to comply with the applicable technical standards, FCC part 15. There is no unauthorized change is made in the equipment and the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
  Issue Date: 24/02/23

CE Mark Warning

• This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
• OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
  • 2400MHz-2483.5MHz(20dBm)
  • 5150MHz-5250MHz(23dBm)
  • 5250MHz-5350MHz(23dBm)
  • 5470MHz-5725MHz(23dBm)
  • 5725MHz-5850MHz(13.94dBm)
  • 5945MHz-6425MHz(23dBm)

EU declaration of conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2011 /65/EU and (EU) 2015/863.
The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/en/support/ce/

UK declaration of conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017.
The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/support/ukca/

RF Exposure Information

• This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection.

• The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm from your body.

• Attention: This device may only be used indoors in Great Britain.

• Frequency band: 5150 – 5250 MHz:

• Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use inside road vehicles and train carriages are not permitted. Limited outdoor use: If used outdoors, equipment shall not be attached to a fixed installation or to the external body of road vehicles, a fixed infrastructure or a fixed outdoor antenna. Use by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is limited to within the 5170 – 5250 MHz band.

• Frequency band: 5250 – 5350 MHz:
  Indoor use: Inside buildings only. Installations and use in road vehicles, trains and aircraft are not permitted. Outdoor use is not permitted.

• Frequency band: 5470 – 5725 MHz:
  Installations and use in road vehicles, trains and aircraft and use for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) are not permitted.

• Frequency band: 5945 – 6425 MHz:
  Restricted to indoor use, including in trains with metal-coated windows and aircraft. Outdoor use, including in road vehicles, is not permitted.

Canadian Compliance Statement
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This radio transmitter (IC: 7542A-MT7922A22M/ Model: Archer TXE72E) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list below, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Antenna 2× High-Gain Tri-Band Antennas

Caution:

1. The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
2. For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;
3. For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection) products that operate in the bands 5250- 5350 MHz, 5470-5600MHz, and 5650-5725MHz.

Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Industry Canada Statement
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Devices shall not be used for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

Equipment name: AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter| Archer TXE72E
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Unit| Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Lead (Pb)| Mercury (Hg)| Cadmium (Cd)| Hexavalent chromium (Cr+6)| Polybrominated biphenyls
(PBB)| Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
PCB| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
| −| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○

Note 1: “Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.
Note 2: “ ○ ” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the  percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 3: The “ − ” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
• Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
• This equipment can be powered only by equipment that comply with Power Source Class 2 ( PS2) or Limited Power Source(LPS) defined in the standard of IEC 62368-1.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.
This product uses radios and other components that emit electromagnetic fields. Electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers and other implanted medical devices. Always keep the product and its power adapter more than 15 cm (6 inches) away from any pacemakers or other implanted medical devices. If you suspect your product is interfering with your pacemaker or any other implanted medical device, turn off your product and consult your physician for information specific to your medical device.

• Environment
  Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)

• Explanation of the symbols on the product label
  symbols may vary from products.

References

• Link: Simple, secure one-click payments
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• TP-Link Community
• Download Windows 11
• WiFi Networking Equipment for Home & Business | TP-Link
• CE Regulatory Compliance | TP-Link
• Difficulties Experienced While Installing a TP-Link Wireless Adapter
• Why cannot I connect to my wireless network | TP-Link
• How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device
• TP-Link Product Support - Wireless Networking Equipment Support

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