ASUS RTL8852CE11ax Combo Module User Manual

: September 18, 2024
: Asus

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RTL8852CE11ax Combo Module
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:
Environmental Guidelines:
FCC Compliance:
Frequency Restrictions:
Radiation Exposure:
OEM Integration:
- FAQ:
Q: Can the RTL8852CE module be used in outdoor
Q: What should I do if I encounter interference issues with the
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Specifications:

Model: RTL8852CE
Type: 802.11ax RTL8852CE Combo module
Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Operating Relative Humidity: 5-90% (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature: Relevant Humidity
MTBF Calculation: Over 150,000 hours

Product Usage Instructions:

Environmental Guidelines:

Ensure operating relative humidity is maintained between 5-90%
to prevent condensation. Store the module in appropriate
temperature and humidity conditions.

FCC Compliance:

Follow FCC guidelines to prevent interference. Do not co-locate
the device with other transmitters unless in compliance with FCC
multi-transmitter procedures.

Frequency Restrictions:

Operate in the 5.15-5.25GHz band indoors only. Use the frequency
5850-5895MHz indoors, except for large aircraft above 10,000
feet.

Radiation Exposure:

Maintain a minimum distance of 20cm between the device and your
body. For portable use, ensure compliance with FCC portable RF
exposure rules.

OEM Integration:

This module is intended for OEM integrators only. Follow FCC
guidelines for usage conditions and compliance testing.

FAQ:

Q: Can the RTL8852CE module be used in outdoor

environments?

A: No, operations in the specified frequency bands are
restricted to indoor usage only as per FCC regulations.

Q: What should I do if I encounter interference issues with the

device?

A: Try reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna,
increasing separation from other equipment, or consulting a
professional for assistance.

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(RTL8852CE) 802.11ax RTL8852CE Combo module
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
1F., No. 15, Lide Rd.,Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 Taiwan Tel.: +886-2-28943447. Fax: +886-2-28987364

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CONTENT
ENVIRONMENTAL ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3 OPERATING ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 STORAGE ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3 MTBF CACULATION …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 WARNING ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement…………………………………………………….. 4 Industry Canada statement: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 Installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module ………………………………………………………………… 12 Un-installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module …………………………………………………………… 13

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ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating

Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70 °C

Relative Humidity:

5-90% (non-condensing)

Storage
Temperature: Relevant Humidity:

-40°C to +80°C (non-operating) 5-95% (non-condensing)

MTBF caculation
Over 150,000hours

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Warning
Federal Communication Commission Interference 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.

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 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 and its antenna(s) must not be co-located with any other

transmitters except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product

procedures. Referring to the multi-transmitter

policy, multiple-

transmitter(s) and module(s) can be operated simultaneously without C2PC.

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Operations in the 5.15-5.25GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. FCC regulations restrict the frequency 5850-5895MHz operation of this device to indoor use only. The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.
This device meets all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules.
§ 15.407(d)(2) Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or communications with unmanned aircraft systems.
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.
This module is intended for OEM integrators only. Per FCC KDB 996369 D03 OEM Manual v01 guidance, the following conditions must be strictly followed when using this certified module:
KDB 996369 D03 OEM Manual v01 rule sections: 2.2 List of applicable FCC rules
This module has been tested for compliance to FCC Part 15
2.3 Summarize the specific operational use conditions The module is tested for standalone mobile RF exposure use condition. Any other usage conditions such as co-location with other transmitter(s) or being used in a portable condition will need a separate reassessment through a class II permissive change application or new certification.
2.4 Limited module procedures Not applicable.
2.5 Trace antenna designs Not applicable.

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2.6 RF exposure considerations This equipment complies with FCC mobile radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. If the module is installed in a portable host, a separate SAR evaluation is required to confirm compliance with relevant FCC portable RF exposure rules.

2.7 Antennas
The following antennas have been certified for use with this module; antennas of the same type with equal or lower gain may also be used with this module. The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm can be maintained between the antenna and users.

Gain (dBi)

Ant. Brand

Model Name

Antenna
Type WLAN 2.4GHz

WLAN 5GHz / 6GHz

Bluetooth

1 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-JP378-4B-200 Monopole 3.38 4.86

3.38

2 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-JP326-MHF4300 PIFA 3.50 5.00

3.50

3 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-C38H1-MHF4300 Dipole 3.00 5.00

3.00

4 ARISTOTLE RFA-57-JP697-4B-300 Monopole –

-5.00

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2.8 Label and compliance information The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains FCC ID: MSQ-RTL8852CE”. The grantee’s FCC ID can be used only when all FCC compliance requirements are met.
2.9 Information on test modes and additional testing requirements This transmitter is tested in a standalone mobile RF exposure condition and any co- located or simultaneous transmission with other transmitter(s) or portable use will require a separate class II permissive change re-evaluation or new certification.
2.10 Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer This transmitter module is tested as a subsystem and its certification does not cover the FCC Part 15 Subpart B (unintentional radiator) rule requirement applicable to the final host. The final host will still need to be

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reassessed for compliance to this portion of rule requirements if applicable. As long as all 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 requirements required with this module installed.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not 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 authorization.
Manual Information To the End User 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.
OEM/Host manufacturer responsibilities OEM/Host manufacturers are ultimately responsible for the compliance of the Host and Module. The final product must be reassessed against all the essential requirements of the FCC rule such as FCC Part 15 Subpart B before it can be placed on the US market. This includes reassessing the transmitter module for compliance with the Radio and EMF essential requirements of the FCC rules. This module must not be incorporated into any other device or system without retesting for compliance as multi- radio and combined equipment
Industry Canada statement:
This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)

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this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the radiator & your body.
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations: Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à plus de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: (For module device use) 1) The antenna must be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the
antenna and users, and 2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as 2 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 requirements required with this module installed.
Cet appareil est conçu uniquement pour les intégrateurs OEM dans les conditions suivantes: (Pour utilisation de dispositif module) 1) L’antenne doit être installé et exploité avec plus de 20 cm entre l’antenne et les
utilisateurs, et
2) Le module émetteur peut ne pas être coïmplanté avec un autre émetteur ou antenne.
Tant que les 2 conditions ci-dessus sont remplies, des essais supplémentaires sur l’émetteur ne seront pas nécessaires. Toutefois, l’intégrateur OEM est toujours

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responsable des essais sur son produit final pour toutes exigences de conformité supplémentaires requis pour ce module installé.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the Canada authorization is no longer considered valid and the IC ID can not 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 Canada authorization.
NOTE IMPORTANTE: Dans le cas où ces conditions ne peuvent être satisfaites (par exemple pour certaines configurations d’ordinateur portable ou de certaines co-localisation avec un autre émetteur), l’autorisation du Canada n’est plus considéré comme valide et l’ID IC ne peut pas être utilisé sur le produit final. Dans ces circonstances, l’intégrateur OEM sera chargé de réévaluer le produit final (y compris l’émetteur) et l’obtention d’une autorisation distincte au Canada.
End Product Labeling This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed and operated with greater than 20cm between the antenna and users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains IC: 3568A-RTL8852CE”.
Plaque signalétique du produit final
Ce module émetteur est autorisé uniquement pour une utilisation dans un appareil où l’antenne peut être installée et utilisée à plus de 20 cm entre l’antenne et les utilisateurs. Le produit final doit être étiqueté dans un endroit visible avec l’inscription suivante: “Contient des IC: 3568A-RTL8852CE “.
Manual Information To the End User
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.

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Manuel d’information à l’utilisateur final
L’intégrateur OEM doit être conscient de ne pas fournir des informations à l’utilisateur final quant à la façon d’installer ou de supprimer ce module RF dans le manuel de l’utilisateur du produit final qui intègre ce module. Le manuel de l’utilisateur final doit inclure toutes les informations réglementaires requises et avertissements comme indiqué dans ce manuel.
Caution :
(i) 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;
(ii) 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;
(iii) 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 as appropriate;
(iv) where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section 6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated.
Avertissement:
Le guide d’utilisation des dispositifs pour réseaux locaux doit inclure des instructions précises sur les restrictions susmentionnées, notamment :
(i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux;
(ii) pour les dispositifs munis d’antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d’antenne permis pour les dispositifs utilisant les bandes de 5 250 à 5 350 MHz et de 5 470 à 5 725 MHz doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e;

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(iii) pour les dispositifs munis d’antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d’antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5 725 à 5 850 MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e. spécifiée, selon le cas;
(iv) lorsqu’il y a lieu, les types d’antennes (s’il y en a plusieurs), les numéros de modèle de l’antenne et les pires angles d’inclinaison nécessaires pour rester conforme à l’exigence de la p.i.r.e. applicable au masque d’élévation, énoncée à la section 6.2.2.3, doivent être clairement indiqués
This radio transmitter [IC: 3568A-RTL8852CE] has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio [IC: 3568A-RTL8852CE] a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué pour tout type figurant sur la liste, sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.

Gain (dBi)

Ant. Brand

Model Name

Antenna

WLAN

Type

WLAN 5GHz /

2.4GHz 6GHz

Bluetooth

1 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-JP378-4B-200 Monopole 3.38

4.86

3.38

2 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-JP326-MH4300 PIFA

3.50

5.00

3.50

3 ARISTOTLE RFA-27-C38H1-MH4300 Dipole 3.00

5.00

3.00

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Installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module Hardware
Installing PCIe NGFF2230 module to PCIe NGFF2230 connector and connect two external Wi-Fi antennas on I-PEX connectors.

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Un-installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module Hardware
Remove 2 external Wi-Fi Antennas from the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module board and remove the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module board from PCIe NGFF2230 connector port

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Installing the WLAN PCIe & Bluetooth USB NGFF2230 module Software
Before you proceed with the installation, please notice following descriptions. Note1: The following installation was operated under Windows 7. Note2: If you have installed the WLAN driver & utility before, please uninstall the old version first. A. Execute the “setup.exe”, Click “Next” to process the installation
B. Select “I accept the terms in license agreement” and click “Next” to process the installation

C. Click “Next” button.

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D. Select “Complete” and click “Next” button.

E. Click “Install” button.

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F. Click “Finish” button.

G. Please click “”to continue.

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H. Please click “”to continue.

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I. Please click “”to start installation.
J. Please click “”to finish the installation.

Un-installing the Wireless PCIe NGFF2230 module
Software
A. Uninstall the RTL8852CE WLAN Driver from “Start” “Control Panel” “Programs” Please select items as below and click “Uninstall” to remove RTL8852CE WLAN, BT driver and MP UI.