MERCUSYS AC1200 Wi-Fi Bluetooth PCIe Adapter User Guide

: June 1, 2024
: MERCUSYS

Table of Contents

MERCUSYS AC1200 Wi-Fi Bluetooth PCIe Adapter
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Information
Introduction
Installation Guide
Connect to a Wireless Network
Uninstall Driver
Specifications
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

MERCUSYS AC1200 Wi-Fi Bluetooth PCIe Adapter

Specifications:

Model: AC1200 Wi-Fi Bluetooth PCIe Adapter MA30E
Operating Frequency (maximum transmitted power):
- 2400MHz–2483.5MHz (20dBm)
- 5150MHz–5250MHz (23dBm)
- 5250MHz–5350MHz (23dBm)
- 5470MHz–5725MHz (23dBm)
Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

Product Usage Instructions

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.

Environment:

Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

Explanation of Symbols on the Product Label:

Class II Equipment
Class II Equipment with functional earthing
Alternating Current
Direct Current
Polarity of DC power connector

FAQ:

Q: Can the device be used outdoors?
A: No, this device may only be used indoors.

Q: What should I do if the device is exposed to water?
A: Keep the device away from water and contact us for service immediately if exposed to water.

Q: Can I modify the device on my own?
A: No, do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. Contact us for service if needed.

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.
https://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)

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. 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.

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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 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.mercusys.com/support/ukca/

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 equipments 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.

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Conventions
The Adapter or MA30E, or device mentioned in this User Guide stands for MA30E AC1200 Wi-Fi Bluetooth 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 at the product page at the official website https://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 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 MU-MIMO requires APs to also support the corresponding feature.
§Use of WPA3 requires APs to also support the corresponding feature.

Functionality of MA30E may be restricted on some computing systems and platforms. Please try to update the device’s driver for feature compatibility.
*Several new features are introduced in the Bluetooth Core Specification 5.0 Release, including 2× faster speed and 4× broader coverage compared with Bluetooth 4.2.

Introduction

Product Overview
The MA30E connects devices on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands simultaneously, offering a superior lag-free experience for work and play. Combining 300 Mbps 2.4 GHz (perfect for surfing and emailing) and 867 Mbps 5 GHz (ideal for HD streaming and gaming), you have the flexibility to allocate your devices to dedicated networks to do more at the same time.†

Features

Strong Dual Band Wi-Fi Speed — Speeds up to 867 Mbps (5 GHz) + 300 Mbps (2.4GHz)†
Wider Signal Coverage — Two high-performance antennas
Bluetooth 5.0 — The Bluetooth 5.0 technology achieves faster speeds and broader coverage*
MU-MIMO — Simultaneously serve several devices with no more latency or bandwidth congestion‡
Improved Security — The latest security enhancement, WPA3, provides enhanced protection in personal password safety§
Backward Compatibility — Full support for 802.11ac/a/b/g/n standards
Windows Compatible — Supported operating system: Windows 10, 11 (64 bit)

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.

Disable your Bluetooth

Right-click My Computer, select Manage, go to Device Manager.
Expand the Bluetooth node to find your existing Bluetooth device.
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).

Hardware Connection

Turn off your computer, unplug the power cable then remove the case panel.
Connect the provided Bluetooth USB cable to the adapter. $MERCUSYS-AC1200-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-PCIe-Adapter-FIG- $8$$
Locate an available PCI-E slot (X1, X4, X8, or X16) and remove the corresponding slot cover on the rear panel. Then insert the adapter carefully. $MERCUSYS-AC1200-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-PCIe-Adapter-FIG- $9$$
Locate an available 9-pin connector and carefully plug the Bluetooth USB cable into it. $MERCUSYS-AC1200-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-PCIe-Adapter-FIG- $10$$
Note:
If the Bluetooth USB cable is not correctly connected to the motherboard, Bluetooth function won’t work even after driver installation.
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.

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.
Install the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers.
- Wi-Fi: Click and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.
- Bluetooth: Click and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Bluetooth installation.

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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

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

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Pair With Bluetooth Devices
MA30E makes your PC Bluetooth-capable with Bluetooth 5.0 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

Right click the (Bluetooth) icon on the taskbar. If it’s not displayed, turn on Bluetooth in your PC settings first.
Select Add a Bluetooth Device or Add a Device to scan for available devices.
Select your Bluetooth device from the list and follow the onscreen instructions to complete pairing.

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