I've been doing some research on X870(e) motherboards and discovered that companies like Gigabyte are using proprietary WiFi antenna connectors. I found this out the hard way through a buying and returning process. I couldn't find any adapters to convert these proprietary connectors to the standard SMA plugs that aftermarket antennas typically use. Are there any X870(e) motherboards out there that stick to the standard antenna plugs? It's tricky to tell from the marketing materials since they often don't clearly specify the type of connectors used, and I'm worried this trend is becoming more common.
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I get where you’re coming from! It’s super frustrating when manufacturers switch things up like that. You might want to check out MSI motherboards; I’ve heard they have some models with different antenna plugs that are more compatible with standard SMA connectors. Just make sure to double-check the specs on the model you’re interested in, since it can vary.
Yeah, definitely! I've seen a few MSI boards that seem to have regular connections. If the specs aren't clear, sometimes looking at user reviews can also help.