AsiaRF AW7915-NP1 WiFi6 Mini PCIe Module 4T4R User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- AsiaRF
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AsiaRF AW7915-NP1 WiFi6 Mini PCIe Module 4T4R
AW7915-NP1 WiFi6 4T4R Dual Bands Selectable 802.11ax / ac / a / b / g / n 2.4G / 5GHz mPCIe Card
Product overview
AW7915-NP1 is a WiFi6 Mini PCIe Module 4T4R based on Mediatek MT7915AN which is a WiFi Mini PCIe single chip which supports 2401 Mbps PHY rate with PCIe2.1. It fully complies with IEEE 802.11ax/ac and IEEE 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n standards, offering feature-rich wireless connectivity at high standards, and delivering reliable, cost-effective throughput from an extended distance.
Optimized RF architecture and base band algorithms provide superb performance and low power consumption. Intelligent MAC design deploys a high efficient offload engine and hardware data processing accelerators which completely offloads Wi-Fi task of the host processor. MT7915AN is designed to support standard based features in the areas of security, quality of service and international regulations, giving end users the greatest performance any time and in any circumstance.
MT7915AN is designed to support high data throughput over WiFi. The host
interface PCIe are integrated to provide stable bandwidth between the host
platform and MT7915AN.
Deep sleep mode:
Multiple power domains are implement on chip. In deep sleep mode, the PMU
could be configured in a low power state to save the power consumption.
Two CPU systems: There are both 32-bits RISC MCU subsystem. The CPU has its
local memory. There are several options of clock frequency to provide the
optimal performance with the best power consumption. The 32-bit RISC MCU is
used to do clocck control, power management, and host interface configuration.
PDMA (packet DMA) engines are integrated to support on-the-fly data buffer
management.
MT7915AN had the WiFi MAC and BBP subsystem and use with MT7975N together,
which provide the best-in-class radio and low power performance. And the Wi-Fi
MAC and BBP subsystem and use with MT7975N together, which provide the best-
in-class radio and low power performance.
With the advent of 802.11ax/ac, multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) is defined. MT7915AN
supports MU-MIMO with different configurations.
Features
- Supports 4×4 4SS 11ax wave2 MU-MIMO
- MU-MIMO configurations of
- 4 users: 4*1ss
- 3 users: 21ss + 12ss or 3*1ss
- 2 users: 22ss or 11ss + 12ss or 21ss
- Supports 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 80+80 channels
- Suppport MU-OFDMA TX/RX
- Embedded ARM Cortex R4 processor for full host CPU offload
- Embedded 32-bit RISC microprocessor
- Support STBC, LDPC, TX Beamformer and RX Beamformee
- Greenfield, mixed mode, legacy modes support
- Highly integrated RF with 40nm low power process
- 4T4R with support of up to 2401Mbps PHY rate
- Configurable 4×4/3×3 or 2x2n+2x2ax DBDC
- Noise mitigation:
- Supports background scan function for fast channel switching
- Supports spectrum analysis for non-Wi-Fi signals
- Intelligent power saving
- WFA WMM, WMM PS (QoS)
- Integrate high efficiency internal 4G/5G PAs
- Intelligent Calibration (iCal) reduces the production time
- WoWLAN via GPIO (client mode), supports Host Sleep (AP mode)
Specification
| Standards | Wireless: IEEE 802.11ax/ac/b/g/n (4Tx4R) |
|---|
Data Rate
| IEEE802.11ax 2401Mbps @TX/RX
IEEE802.11ac 1733Mbps @TX/RX
IEEE802.11a/n 600Mbps @TX/RX
IEEE802.11a/g 108Mbps
IEEE802.11b 22Mbps
Output Power
| 11b: 23dbm+/- 1.5dbm @11Mbps
11g: 20dbm+/- 1.5dbm @54Mbps
11g/n: 20dBm +/- 1.5dbm @MCS7, HT20
17dBm@MCS7,HT40
11a: 19.5dBm +/- 1.5dbm @54Mbps
11a/n: 19.5dBm+/- 1.5dbm @MCS7, HT20
17dBm@MCS7, HT40
11ac HT20: 20+/-1.5dBm @MCS8
11ac HT40: 17+/-1.5dBm @MCS9
11ac HT80: 14.5+/-1.5dBm @MCS9
11ax HT20: 20+/-1.5dBm @MCS9
11ax HT40: 17 +/- 1.5dBm @MCS9
11ax HT80: 14.5 +/- 1.5dBm @MCS11
Receiver Sensitivity
| 11b: -99dBm @11Mbps
---|---
11g: -95dBm @54Mbps
11g/n: -90dBm @HT20, MCS7
-86dBm @HT40, MCS7
11a: -90Bm @54Mbps
11a/n: -85dBm @HT20, MCS7
-81dBm @HT40, MCS7
11ac: -90dBm +/- 2dBm @VHT20 MCS8
11ac: -85dBm +/- 2dBm @VHT40 MCS9
11ac: -68dBm +/- 2dBm @VHT80 MCS9
11ax: -61dBm +/- 2dBm @HE20 MCS11
11ax: -58dBm +/- 2dBm @HE40 MCS11
11ax: -55dBm +/- 2dBm @HE80 MCS11
Antenna| External Antenna connector (IPEX) x4
Frequency Range
| US, Canada 2.412GHz~2.462 GHz (CH1~CH11)
EU, Japan: 2.412GHz~2.472GHz (CH1~CH13)
5.150GHz~5.250GHz、5.725GHz~5.850GHz
Software| Security: 64/128-bit WEP Encryption, WPA, WPA2
Driver: Linux
Operating Voltage| DC 3.3V ± 5%
Temperature| Operating: 0°C ~ +70°C
Storage : -20°C ~ +90°C
Humidity| Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
Dimension| 50.95(H) x 30(W)mm
Mechanical Dimensions
Pin define
Packing information
Using antistatic tray.
One tray for 35pcs PCBA.
One carton for 23 trays=805 PCBAs
One tray for 35pcs PCBA
23 trays in one carton
Sealing carton
Carton label is as below:
Compliance Information
OEM integration instructions:
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following
conditions,
The module is only limited to installation in mobile applications. The antenna
must be installed such that 20 cm is
maintained between the antenna and users, and the transmitter module may not
be co-located with any other transmit or antenna. The module shall be only
used with the integral antenna(s) that has been originally tested and
certified with this module.
As long as 3 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be
required.
However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product
for any additional compliance requirement with this module installed (for
example, digital device emission, PC peripheral requirements, etc.)
OEM integration instructions:
In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example certain laptop
configuration or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC
authorization for this module in combination with the host equipment is no
longer considered valid and the FCC ID of the module cannot be used on the
final product. In these and circumstance, the OEM integrator will be
responsible for re-evaluating. The end product
(including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization
End product labeling:
This transmitter module is authorization only for use in device where the
antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna
and users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the
following,
“Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: TKZAW7915NP1 or Contains FCC ID:
TKZAW7915NP1”
Information that must be placed in the end user manual:
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user
regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the
end product which integrates this module. The end user manual shall include
all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
FCC Statement
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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC 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.
ISED 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.
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.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 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.
This module is intended for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
Frequency Band| Model Number| Antenna Type| Gain(dBi)|
Cable Loss
---|---|---|---|---
2400-2483.5MH
z;
| ANT010-DAU| PCB| 2.4GHz: 5.2
5GHz: 5.5
| 0.3dBi
5150-5850MHz| | | |
---|---|---|---|---
2400-2483.5MH
z;
5150-5850MHz
|
ANT003
|
PCB
| 2.4GHz: 2.5
5GHz: 2.5
|
0.3dBi
2400-2483.5MH
z;
5150-5850MHz
|
A245005N
|
PCB
| 2.4GHz: 4
5GHz: 5.1
|
0.3dBi
2400-2483.5MH
z
| A2405N| PCB| 2.4GHz: 5.2| 0.3dBi
5150-5850MHz| A5005N| PCB| 5GHz: 5| 0.3dBi
2400-2483.5MH
z;
5150-5850MHz
|
A245004
|
Dipole
| 2.4GHz: 4
5GHz: 5.1
|
0.3dBi
2400-2483.5MH
z;
5150-5850MHz
|
A245002
|
Dipole
| 2.4GHz: 2
5GHz: 2
|
0.3dBi
Label and compliance information
Label of the end product:
FCC
The host product must be labeled in a visible area with the following ”
Contains FCC ID: TKZAW7915NP1″.
The end product shall bear the following 15.19 statement: 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, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
ISED
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna
may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and
users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the
following: “Contains transmitter module IC: 9968A-AW7915NP1” or
“Contains IC: 9968A-AW7915NP1”
Contient le module d’émission IC: 9968A-AW7915NP1
The Host Model Number (HMN) must be indicated at any location on the exterior
of the end product or product packaging or product literature which shall be
available with the end product or online.
Information on test modes and additional testing requirements
This module has been approved under stand-alone configuration.
OEM integrator has be limited the operation channels in channel 1-11 for
2.4GHz band.
The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations,
including portable configurations with respect to Part 2.1093/RSS-102 and
different antenna configurations.
The information on how to configure test modes for host product evaluation for
different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a
host, versus with multiple, simultaneously transmitting modules or other
transmitters in a host can be found at KDB Publication 996369 D04. OEM
integrator is still responsible for testing their end product for any
additional compliance requirements required with this module installed (for
example, digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.).
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example
certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then
the FCC/ISED authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC/IC No.
cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM
integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including
the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC/ISED authorization.
Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B and ICES-003 disclaimer
Appropriate measurements (e.g. Part 15 Subpart B compliance) and if applicable
additional equipment authorizations (e.g. SDoC) of the host product to be
addressed by the
integrator/manufacturer.
This module is only FCC/ISED authorized for the specific rule parts 15.247,
15.407/RSS-247 listed on the grant, and the host product manufacturer is
responsible for compliance to any other FCC/ISED rules that apply to the host
product as being Part 15 Subpart B/ICES-003 compliant.
The user manual of the end product should include:
FCC:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with
any other antenna or transmitter.
ISED:
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.
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.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 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.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.