Is It Normal for M.2 WiFi Card Wires to Easily Disconnect?
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GamerGizmo99
I recently purchased an M.2 WiFi key card from a brand called Fenvi on AliExpress. I've been having trouble with the tiny wires that connect to the card; they seem to pop off really easily every time I try to install the card in my PC case. Additionally, while the WiFi works fine, the Bluetooth functionality shows up but doesn't detect any devices. Should I consider returning the card, or is that unnecessary? What can I do about this?
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Have you tried using some black electrical tape to secure the connectors? It might help keep them in place while you work on another solution for the Bluetooth issue.
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The IPEX4 connectors are quite tiny and tricky to deal with. It's not uncommon for them to disconnect easily, especially if you're not careful when connecting them. A tip I have is to gently bend the outer copper tabs of the IPEX connector inwards using needle-nose pliers to make them grip better. Regarding the Bluetooth issue, that could stem from a few different problems, but the connector situation might just carry over to your next card too.
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