WiFi 7 (802.11be) 2×2 MU-MIMO 2.4+6GHz Dual Band Module with Diplexer CN6274 WLE7002E56
Qualcomm QCN6274 ‘Waikiki’ series for Commercial Grade Qualcomm QCN9274 ‘Waikiki’ series for Industrial Grade MiniPCIe Interface with PCIe 3.0 The diplexer combines the 5GHz and 6GHz signals into one single dual-band antenna Based on WK01.7 reference design Supports up to 4096-QAM -20°C to 70°C operating temperature
WiFi 7 (802.11be) Wireless Module WLE7002E56
Product Overview
WLE7002E56 is a Dual-Band 5GHz + 6GHz WiFi 7 (802.11be) MiniPCIe module based on Qualcomm QCN6274/QCN9274, delivering up to 5.765Gbps throughput with 2×2 MU-MIMO for enterprise and industrial applications.
Key Overview
Target Users：Enterprise network integrators, industrial IoT developers, transportation system manufacturers, cybersecurity appliance vendors, SMB network solution providers
Core Strengths：5GHz+6GHz dual-band concurrent operation, 4096-QAM support, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), FIPS L2 security on QCN9274, 320MHz channel support at 6GHz
Typical Applications：Enterprise/SMB access points, industrial IoT gateways, transportation systems, wireless bridges, cybersecurity devices
Technical Specifications
Comprehensive technical specifications for WLE7002E56 WiFi 7 module.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm QCN6274 (Commercial) / QCN9274 (Industrial) |
| WiFi Standard | IEEE 802.11a/n/ac/ax/be |
| MIMO Configuration | 2×2 (2T2R) MU-MIMO |
| Frequency Bands | 5GHz: 5.180~5.925 GHz; 6GHz: 5.945~7.125 GHz |
| Channel Bandwidths | 5GHz: 20/40/80/160/240 MHz; 6GHz: 20/40/80/160/320 MHz |
| Peak PHY Rate | 5GHz: Up to 4324 Mbps; 6GHz: Up to 5765 Mbps |
| Transmit Power | 5GHz: 18dBm per chain (Typical); 6GHz: 18dBm per chain (Typical) |
| Host Interface | MiniPCIe, PCIe 3.0 x1 |
| Antenna Connectors | 2x U.FL connectors (2T2R) |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V DC |
| Max Power Consumption | 8.7W |
| Certifications | FCC, CE RED, IC, RoHS, REACH |
Key Features
Dual-Band 5GHz+6GHz Operation
Supports simultaneous 5GHz and 6GHz transmission with up to 5.765Gbps total throughput, ideal for high-density enterprise environments.
WiFi 7 Technologies
Features 4096-QAM, OFDMA, Multi-Link Operation (MLO), and 320MHz channel support for improved spectral efficiency and reduced latency.
AP + STA Concurrent Mode
Enables simultaneous access point and station operation for wireless backhaul applications with concurrent client connectivity.
FIPS L2 Security
Industrial-grade QCN9274 variant supports FIPS L2 cryptographic protection for secure wireless communication in sensitive environments.
Multi-Platform Support
Works seamlessly with Qualcomm ecosystem and 3rd party platforms including Intel x86, NXP, and Marvell ARM processors.
Preamble Puncturing
Improves spectral efficiency by allowing WiFi 7 AP to transmit “punctured” spectrum portions when channels are used by legacy users.
Hardware Structure & Basic Parameters
Component Marking Definition
CH0 / CH1
Equipped with two RF antenna interfaces (IPEX/MMCX standard), corresponding to 2 independent transmit and receive channels of the wireless module. It is used for connecting external SMA high-gain antennas to meet long-distance transmission and industrial coverage scenarios.
Mini PCI Express 3.0 Standard
The module adopts standard Mini PCIe 3.0 form factor and electrical specification. The physical dimension and electrical definition fully comply with industry universal standards. It can be directly plugged into all devices with Mini PCIe slot, including industrial routers, embedded motherboards, industrial control equipment and legacy notebook motherboards.
Power Requirements & Power Consumption
DC Input Voltage: 3.3V
The module only supports standard 3.3V DC power supply, which is the unified standard power voltage of Mini PCIe interface, no 1.8V or 12V auxiliary power is required.
Max Power Consumption: 8.7W
This module belongs to high-power industrial-grade WiFi module with peak power consumption up to 8.7W. Compared with ordinary consumer notebook wireless network cards (1~3W), its power load is much higher. It is necessary to verify the 3.3V output load capacity of the host motherboard to avoid insufficient power supply.
Mini PCIe Pinout Detailed Explanation
Key Pin Signal Definition
| Pin Area | Key Signal | Functional Description |
|---|---|---|
| Power Pins | VDD_3V3 (Pin2 / Pin24 / Pin52) | 3.3V main power supply, responsible for powering the core circuit of the WiFi module |
| Ground Pins | GND (Pin4/9/17/21/26/27/29/34/40/43/50) | Ground reference pins, ensuring stable RF signal and complete power supply loop |
| PCIe Differential Clock | REFCLK- / REFCLK+ (Pin11 / Pin13) | Provide 100MHz differential reference clock for PCIe link negotiation and data transmission |
| PCIe Receive Differential Pair | PCIE0_RX0_N / PCIE0_RX0_P (Pin23 / Pin25) | Downstream data channel, transmitting data from host motherboard to wireless module |
| PCIe Transmit Differential Pair | PCIE0_TX0_N / PCIE0_TX0_P (Pin31 / Pin33) | Upstream data channel, transmitting data from wireless module to host motherboard |
| Control Signal | WAKE_3v3 (Pin1) | Module wake-up signal, the host can activate the dormant module through this pin |
| Control Signal | W_DISABLE_1V8 (Pin20) | RF disable control signal; pulling down this pin will turn off RF transmitting power |
| Control Signal | PERST_3v3 (Pin22) | PCIe hardware reset signal, used by host to reset the module during power-on and exception recovery |
| Control Signal | CLKREQ_3v3 (Pin7) | Clock request signal; the module actively requests the host to provide reference clock output |
| Reserved Pins | NC (No Connect) | Unused reserved pins, no external wiring or soldering is allowed |
Target Applications
- Enterprise & SMB Access Points: Dual-band 5GHz+6GHz operation supports high-density client environments with minimal interference.
- Industrial IoT & Embedded Gateways: Standard MiniPCIe form factor and robust design make it ideal for industrial PCs and edge gateways.
- Transportation & Rail Systems: Industrial-grade QCN9274 variant provides reliable connectivity for on-board infotainment and trackside communication.
- Wireless Bridges & CPE: High throughput and dual-band operation enable stable backhaul and client connectivity.
- Cybersecurity & Network Appliances: FIPS-compliant QCN9274 supports secure wireless communication for sensitive network environments.
Important Integration Notes
This module adopts standard PCIe 3.0 x1 single-channel definition, only reserved PCIe signal, without USB and SDIO multiplexing circuit. It is a pure PCIe wireless module, not a composite module with built-in Bluetooth.
As a high-power 8.7W industrial module, heat dissipation design is essential. The factory built-in heat sink is used to reduce core temperature under full-load operation. The product shell and structural design must reserve ventilation and heat dissipation space.
All NC no-connect pins are factory reserved and floating design. Do not connect any power, ground or signal wire arbitrarily, otherwise it will cause short circuit, signal interference and permanent damage to the module.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is WLE7002E56?
WLE7002E56 is a 5GHz + 6GHz Dual-Band WiFi 7 (802.11be) MiniPCIe module based on Qualcomm QCN6274/QCN9274, 2T2R MU-MIMO for enterprise & industrial applications.
Q: What chipsets are available?
Commercial Grade: Qualcomm QCN6274
Industrial Grade: Qualcomm QCN9274 (supports FIPS L2 security)
Q: What frequency bands does WLE7002E56 support?
5GHz + 6GHz dual-band concurrent operation.
Q: What is the maximum throughput?
5GHz: up to 4324Mbps
6GHz: up to 5765Mbps
Total rate up to 5.765Gbps
Q: What is the transmit power?
5GHz: up to 18dBm per chain
6GHz: up to 18dBm per chain
Q: What form factor and interface?
Standard MiniPCIe, PCIe 3.0 x1, 2× U.FL antenna connectors.
Q: What is the power supply and power consumption?
Operating Voltage: 3.3V DC
Max Power Consumption: 8.7W
Q: Does it support AP + STA concurrent mode?
Yes, it supports simultaneous backhaul and client connectivity.
Q: What WiFi 7 features are supported?
4096-QAM, MLO, OFDMA, Preamble Puncturing, 320MHz channel support.
Q: Does this module include Bluetooth?
No. It is a pure PCIe WiFi module with no Bluetooth, USB or SDIO functions.
Q: What certifications does WLE7002E56 have?
FCC, CE RED, IC, RoHS, REACH compliant.
