The MSI AXE5400 WiFi USB Adapter gives a desktop PC or laptop a Wi-Fi 6E connection through USB. It suits anyone upgrading an older computer for faster wireless networking, including people who game, stream or work where a wired connection is inconvenient.

Wi-Fi 6E adds access to the 6GHz band, alongside 5GHz and 2.4GHz, helping make more wireless capacity available on compatible networks. The adapter supports speeds of up to 2402Mbps on both 6GHz and 5GHz, and up to 574Mbps on 2.4GHz. Its adjustable high-gain antenna and beamforming help direct the signal towards the router. A supplied cradle allows flexible positioning, while WPA3 support adds a newer security option.

Key features

• Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E connects over 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz
• Supports Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, Wi-Fi 4 and 802.11a/b/g
• Beamforming helps focus the wireless signal towards the router
• Adjustable antenna supports flexible positioning
• USB cradle lets you position the adapter away from the computer port
• WPA3-Personal and WPA3-Enterprise encryption are supported
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface connects the adapter to the computer

Compatibility

The adapter supports Windows 11, Windows 10 (fully supported with 2H22 or later) and Linux. For 6GHz access, use a compatible Wi-Fi 6E router; MSI recommends Windows 11 on the PC for the 6GHz channel. Good to know: the router must also support the relevant Wi-Fi band and features for them to be available.

In the box

• MSI AXE5400
• Cradle
• Quick start guide

Specifications

For a straightforward desktop or laptop Wi-Fi upgrade, the AXE5400 combines three-band connectivity, adjustable placement and WPA3 security in a USB adapter.