MERCUSYS MA86XE Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter User Guide

MERCUSYS MA86XE Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter

Product Information

• Specifications
  • Brand: Mercusys
  • Model: AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter MA86XE
  • Operating Frequency: 2400MHz-2483.5MHz(20dBm), 5150MHz-5250MHz(23dBm), 5250MHz-5350MHz(23dBm), 5470MHz-5725MHz(23dBm), 5945MHz-6425MHz(23dBm)
  • RF Exposure Information: Meets EU requirements on the limitation of exposure to electromagnetic fields
  • Safety Information: Keep away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments. Do not disassemble or modify the device.
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Product Usage Instructions

• Safety Precautions
  • Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
  • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
  • Use the device only where wireless devices are permitted.
  • Ensure the device is powered by equipment compliant with Power Source Class 2 (PS2) or Limited Power Source (LPS) standards.
  • Operate the device within the specified temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• Installation
  • Insert the AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter into an available PCIe slot on your computer.
  • Secure the adapter in place and ensure it is properly seated.
  • Install any necessary drivers or software provided by Mercusys.
• Usage
  • Connect the antenna(s) to the adapter for optimal Wi-Fi performance.
  • Power on your computer and allow the operating system to detect the new hardware.
  • Configure the adapter settings as needed for your network environment.
  • Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity and Bluetooth capabilities with your device.

FAQs

• Q: Can I use the AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth PCIe Adapter outdoors?
  • A: No, this device is recommended for indoor use only.
• Q: What should I do if I encounter radio interference issues with the adapter?
  • A: Try adjusting the placement of the adapter and antennas to minimize interference. If issues persist, contact customer support for further assistance.
• Q: How can I access the latest drivers or firmware updates for the adapter?
  • A: Visit the Mercusys website at http://www.mercusys.com. for the latest software downloads and updates.

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 complies 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

Explanation of the symbols on the product label

Symbols may vary from product.

Conventions

• The Adapter MA86XE, or device mentioned in this User Guide stands for MA86XE AXE5400 Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth 5.3 PCIe Adapter without any explanations.
• Note: Features of the adapter may vary by model and driver version. All images, steps, and descriptions in this guide are only examples and may not reflect your actual adapter experience.

More Info

• Specifications and the latest software can be found on the product page at the official website http://www.mercusys.com.
• The Quick Installation Guide can be found where you find this guide or inside the package of the router.

Speed/Coverage Disclaimer

• Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications.
• Actual wireless data throughput wireless coverage, and the 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, Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax), and features including OFDMA, MU-MIMO, 1024-QAM, or HE160 require APs to also support the corresponding features.
• 160 MHz channels may not be all available in the 5 GHz or 6 GHz band in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions.
• Functionality of MA86XE may be restricted on some computing systems and platforms. Please try to update the device’s driver for feature compatibility.
• The use of WPA3 requires APs to also support WPA3.
• Several new features are introduced in the Bluetooth Core Specification 5.0, 5.2 and 5.3 Release, including 2× faster speed and 4× broader coverage compared with Bluetooth 4.2.

Introduction

Product Overview

• MA86XE arms your PC with Wi-Fi 6E technology and the brand-new 6 GHz band, unlocking your Wi-Fi 6E router’s full potential.
• Experience the unblocked network on the exclusive band to Wi-Fi 6E devices, which prevents drops in speed and interference from legacy devices.

Note:

• Please note: MA86XE is not compatible with the low-profile bracket because of the fixed antennas.

Features

• Unstoppable Tri-Band Speed — Speeds up to 2402 Mbps (6 GHz) + 2402 Mbps (5 GHz) + 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz)
• WiFi 6E Standard — Expand to the clearer, broader 6 GHz band
• Wider Signal Coverage — Two high-performance antennas
• Bluetooth 5.3 — The latest Bluetooth technology achieves faster speeds and broader coverage
• Improved Security — The latest security enhancement, WPA3, provides enhanced protection in personal password safety
• Backward Compatibility — Full support for 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n standards
• Windows Compatible — Supported operating system: Windows 10, 11 (64 bit), and currently 6 GHz Band only supported on Windows 11.

Installation Guide

Before You Start

If you plan on using Bluetooth and already have connected Bluetooth devices, proceed with Step 1. Otherwise, skip to Step 2.

1. Disable your Bluetooth
   • a. Right-click My Computer, select Manage, go to Device Manager.
   • b. Expand the Bluetooth node to find your existing Bluetooth device.
   • c. Right-click the existing Bluetooth device and select Disable.
   • Note: Make sure you have disabled all existing Bluetooth devices (both built-in and third-party).
2. Hardware Connection
3. Turn off your computer, unplug the power cable then remove the case panel.
4. Connect the provided Bluetooth USB cable to the adapter.
5. Locate an available PCI-E slot (X1, X4, X8, or X16) and remove the corresponding slot cover on the rear panel. Then insert the adapter carefully.
6. Locate an available 9-pin connector and carefully plug the Bluetooth USB cable into it.

  *  **Note:** If the Bluetooth USB cable is not correctly connected to the motherboard, the Bluetooth function won’t work even after driver installation.
5. Replace the case panel, plug in the power cable and turn on your computer.

Driver Installation

The following instructions take Windows 10 as an example. The steps may vary slightly from other versions of Windows.

1. Insert the CD and run the Autorun.exe.
   • Tip: You can also check the new release and download the driver at www.mercusys.com/support.
2. Install the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers.
   • a. Wi-Fi: Click and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.
   • b. Bluetooth: Click and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.
   • Note: DO NOT run the driver installations at the same time. When one driver is being installed, please wait until the installation is complete and then try to install the other.

Connect to a Wireless Network

With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer, you can quickly connect to a wireless network via Windows wireless utility. The following instructions take Windows 10 as an example. The steps may vary slightly from other versions of Windows.

Connect to a Wireless Network

1. Click the network icon ( ) on the taskbar. Select your Wi-Fi network, click Connect, and enter the password when prompted.
   2. When Connected displays next to the network name (SSID) on the screen, it indicates a successful network connection.

Pair With Bluetooth Devices

MA86XE makes your PC Bluetooth-capable with ultra-fast Bluetooth 5.3 which achieves more stable connection, farther range and faster transmission speeds than Bluetooth 4. Just connect your Bluetooth devices to your computer and enjoy with ease.

Pair With Bluetooth Devices

1. Right-click the (Bluetooth) icon on the taskbar. If it’s not displayed, turn on Bluetooth in your PC settings first.
2. Select Add a Bluetooth Device or Add a Device to scan for available devices.
3. Select your Bluetooth device from the list and follow the onscreen instructions to complete pairing.
   • Note: Make sure your device’s Bluetooth is enabled and discoverable.

Uninstall Driver

You can remove the driver from the Windows Control Panel.

Uninstall Wi-Fi driver

1. Start Control Panel, go to Programs and Features, and click Uninstall a program.
2. Find and uninstall the Mercusys program MERCUSYS MA86XE Wi-Fi Driver.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
4. Restart your computer.

Uninstall Bluetooth driver

1. Start Control Panel, go to Programs and Features, and click Uninstall a program.
2. Find and uninstall the Mercusys program MERCUSYS MA86XE Bluetooth Driver.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
4. Restart your computer.

Specifications

Appendix: Specifications

Normal

Wireless Standards| IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wi-Fi Speeds| 2402 Mbps on 6 GHz

2402 Mbps on 5 GHz

574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz

Reception Sensitivity| 6 GHz:

11ax HE160 MCS0:-86 dBm

11ax HE160 MCS11:-56 dBm

5 GHz:

11ax HE80 MCS0: -90 dBm

11ax HE80 MCS11: -59 dBm

11a 54Mbps: -77 dBm

11ac VHT80 MCS0: -92dBm

11ac VHT80 MCS9: -64dBm

2.4 GHz:

11ax HE40 MCS0: -91 dBm

11ax HE40 MCS11: -60 dBm

11g 54Mbps: -76 dBm

11n HT40 MCS7: -72dBm

Wireless Security| WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/ WPA3-SAE
Dimensions| 226.3 × 120.8 × 21.5 mm (8.9 × 4.8 × 0.85 in)
Antenna Type| 2× Fixed High-Performance Omni-Directional Antennas
System Requirements| Windows 10/11(64-bit)
Environmental and Physical**

Operating Temperature| 0°C~40°C (32°F~104°F)
Operating Humidity| 10%~90% Non-Condensing
Storage Humidity| 5%~90% Non-Condensing

COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARK

Specifications are subject to change without notice. is a registered trademark of MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. No part of the specifications may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative such as translation, transformation, or adaptation without permission from MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LIMITED. Copyright © 2024 MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LIMITED. All rights reserved. http://www.mercusys.com.

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)
• 5945MHz-6425MHz(23dBm)

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 is used at 20 cm from your body.

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

EU declaration of conformity

• Mercusys 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.mercusys.com/en/ce/.

UK declaration of conformity

• Mercusys hereby declares that the device complies 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.mercusys.com/support/ukca/.

References

• Welcome to MERCUSYS
• Support-Welcome to MERCUSYS
• Regulatory Compliance - Welcome to MERCUSYS
• UKCA - Welcome to MERCUSYS

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