I'm looking for a way to attach a PCIe WiFi card externally through USB 4. Most WiFi cards are designed for internal use, but since USB 4 can support PCIe, I thought there might be a way to connect them externally. I'm having trouble finding any devices that can do this. Am I searching incorrectly, or are there any adapters available?
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You might want to investigate the M.2 standard closely. Many WiFi cards use PCIe, so the eGPU dock could theoretically work. However, replacing the WiFi card in a laptop can be an easy task on some models if you prefer going that route instead.
You could look into an eGPU dock. It's a more expensive route, but it should work for connecting a PCIe card externally. Just keep in mind that an eGPU dock might be overkill if all you need is a WiFi connection.
Yeah, I get that eGPU docks are usually meant for full-size PCIe cards. WiFi cards are typically in M.2 format, so I'm not sure how that would translate. Plus, it seems like there aren’t many options for external M.2 adapters.
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