ASUS PCE-AXE5400 WiFi 6E PCIe Adapter User Guide

: June 3, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

Setting up a Home Network
Safety Notices
References
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PCE-AXE5400
WiFi 6E PCIe Adapter
(For 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wireless Networks)+
E20290/ First Edition/August 2022

ASUS PCE AXE5400 WiFi 6E PCIe Adapter- Quick Start Guide

Setting up a Home Network

Turn off your computer, unplug the power cord, and open the system cover. Insert the PCE-AXE5400 wireless adapter onto the PCI Express x1 slot, and ensure that it is seated completely.
Scan the QR code below or download the PCE-AXE5400 driver from the website (asus.click/PCE-AXE5400_Driver), then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.
https://asus.click/PCE-AXE5400_Driver
When the setup is complete, connect your desktop PC to the Internet wirelessly via PCE-AXE5400.
Connect one end of the bundled USB cable to the USB port on PCE-AXE5400 and the other end to the F_USB connector on the motherboard. Scan the QR code below or download the PCE-AXE5400 driver from the website (asus.click/PCE-AXE5400_Driver), then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Bluetooth installation.
https://asus.click/PCE-AXE5400_Driver

1. Turn off your computer, unplug the power cord, and open the system cover. Insert the PCE-AXE5400 wireless adapter onto the PCI Express x1 slot, and ensure that it is seated completely.
2. Scan the QR code below or download the PCE-AXE5400 driver from the website (asus.click/PCE-AXE5400_Driver), then follow he onscreen instructions to complete the Wi-Fi installation.
3. When the setup is complete, connect your desktop PC to the Internet wirelessly via PCE-AXE5400.
4. Connect one end of the bundled USB cable to the USB port on PCE-AXE5400 and the other end to the F_USB connector on the motherboard. Scan the QR code below or download the PCE-AXE5400 driver from the website (asus.click/PCE- AXE5400_Driver), then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Bluetooth installation.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• 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.

WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Prohibition of Co-location
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC exposure compliance requirement, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual.
WARNING! This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) 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.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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.
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)
Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information
The radiated output power of the ASUS Wireless Device is below the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada radio frequency exposure limits. The ASUS Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator any part of your body.
This device has been certified for use in Canada. Status of the listing in the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s REL (Radio Equipment List) can be found at the following web address:
http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/ceb-bhst.nsf/eng/h_tt00020.html
Additional Canadian information on RF exposure also can be found at the following web:
https://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08792.html

Class B equipment (For Home Use Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)| This equipment is home use (Class B) electromagnetic wave suitability and to be used mainly at home and it can be used in all areas.
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Precautions for the use of the device

a. Ay particular attention to the personal safety when use this device in airports, hospitals, gas stations and professional
garages.
b. Medical device interference: Maintain a minimum distance of at least 15 cm (6 inches) between implanted medical devices and ASUS products in order to reduce the risk of interference.
c. Kindly use ASUS products in good reception conditions in order to minimize the radiation’s level.
d. Keep the device away from pregnant women and the lower abdomen of the teenager.
India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls(PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1 % by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01 % by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.
UKCA statement
Simplified UKCA Declaration of Conformity
ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity
is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.
The frequency, channel and the maximum transmitted power in UK are listed below:
2402-2480 MHz (BT LE/BT EDR): 13.93dBm (24.7mW)
2412-2472 MHz (1-13): OFDM: 19.89dBm (97.5mW); CCK: 17.71dBm (59.0mW)
5180-5250 MHz (36-48): 22.82dBm (191.4mW)
5250-5320 MHz (52-64): 22.87 dBm (193.6mW)
5500-5700 MHz (100-140): 22.80 (190.5mW)
5745-5825 MHz (149-165): 13.97dBm (24.94mW)
5955-6415 MHz (1-93): 13.90dBm (24.54mW)
2.4GHz: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40)
5GHz: 802.11a, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ac (VHT80), 802.11ac (VHT160), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40), 802.11ax (HE80)
6GHz: 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40), 802.11ax (HE80) , 802.11ax (HE160)
The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:
Authorized representative in United Kingdom: ASUSTEK (UK) LIMITED
Address: 1st
Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL, England, United Kingdom
Tel: +44-01442-202-700
Fax: +44-01442-245-882
Support mail: network_support_uk@asus.com
http://uk.asus.com
CE statement
Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity
ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.
This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 5 mm between the radiator & your body.
All operational modes:
2.4GHz: 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40)
5GHz: 802.11a, 802.11n (HT20), 802.11n (HT40), 802.11ac (VHT20), 802.11ac (VHT40), 802.11ac (VHT80), 802.11ac (VHT160), 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40), 802.11ax (HE80)
6GHz: 802.11ax (HE20), 802.11ax (HE40), 802.11ax (HE80) , 802.11ax (HE160)
The frequency, channel and the maximum transmitted power in EU are listed below:
2402-2480 MHz (BT LE/BT EDR): 13.93dBm (24.7mW)
2412-2472 MHz (1-13): OFDM: 19.89dBm (97.5mW); CCK: 17.71dBm (59.0mW)
5180-5250 MHz (36-48): 22.82dBm (191.4mW)
5250-5320 MHz (52-64): 22.87 dBm (193.6mW)
5500-5700 MHz (100-140): 22.80 (190.5mW)
5745-5825 MHz (149-165): 13.97dBm (24.94mW)
5955-6415 MHz (1-93): 13.90dBm (24.54mW)
The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:

| AT| BE| BG| CZ| DK| EE| FR
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DE| IS| IE| IT| EL| ES| CY
LV| LI| LT| LU| HU| MT| NL
NO| PL| PT| RO| SI| SK| TR
Fl| SE| CH| HR| UK(NI)| UA

Safety Notices

Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C(32°F) and 40°C(104°F).
Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your product and ensure your power adapter complies with this rating.
DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.
DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the product.
DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms.
DO NOT cover the vents on the product to prevent the system from getting overheated.
DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
DO NOT mount this equipment higher than 2 meters.
If the Adapter is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.
To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

Manufacturer| ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Tel: +886-2-2894-3447
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Authorised representative in
Europe| ASUS Computer GmbH
Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY
Authorised representative in
United Kindgom| ASUSTEK (UK) LIMITED
Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL,
England, United Kingdom
Tel: +44-01442-202-700
Fax: +44-01442-245-882
Area| Country/ Region| Hotline Number| Service Hours
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America| USA
Canada| 1-812-282-2787| 8:30-12:00 EST Mon-Fri
9:00-18:00 EST Sat-Sun
Mexico| 001-8008367847| 08:00-20:00 CST Mon-Fri
08:00-15:00 CST Sat
Brazil| 4003 0988 (Capital)
0800 880 0988
(demais localidades)| 9:00am-18:00 Mon-Fri