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HP 697316-001 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card
HP 697316-001 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card
HP 697316-001 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card
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HP 697316-001 802.11 a/b/g/n WLAN Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Card

Add reliable dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity to your HP laptop with this compact combo card.

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Overview

The HP 697316-001 is a factory-spec wireless combo card that integrates 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 into a single module. Designed as a direct replacement part for compatible HP laptops, it restores or upgrades wireless connectivity without the compatibility headaches that often accompany third-party cards on HP systems, which frequently enforce BIOS-level hardware whitelists. The dual-band Wi-Fi support lets you connect to both congested 2.4GHz networks and the typically faster, less crowded 5GHz band.

Installation is straightforward for anyone comfortable opening their laptop's service panel — the card slots into a mini PCIe or M.2 connector and attaches to the existing antenna cables. Bluetooth 4.0 provides low-energy connectivity for wireless mice, keyboards, headphones, and file transfers. While the card's wireless standards are a generation older than today's 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.0, it remains a practical and cost-effective solution for maintaining or restoring connectivity on older HP hardware that doesn't support newer modules.

Key Features

697316-001

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Specifications

Brand
HP
HP Part Numbers
697316-001, 666914-001
Wi-Fi Standard
802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi Bands
2.4GHz and 5GHz
Bluetooth
4.0
Type
Combo WLAN + Bluetooth module

Frequently Asked Questions

This card is designed for specific HP laptop models that accept the 697316-001 or 666914-001 part numbers. Check your laptop's service manual or HP's parts compatibility tool to confirm fitment before purchasing.
Yes, the 802.11 a/b/g/n specification means it operates on both 2.4GHz (b/g/n) and 5GHz (a/n) bands, giving you the flexibility to connect to either frequency.
Yes, the card is a combo module that supports concurrent Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 connections, so you can browse the web while using Bluetooth peripherals at the same time.
While the card physically installs into a mini PCIe or M.2 slot, you will likely need to install or update the appropriate wireless and Bluetooth drivers from HP's support site for your specific laptop model.

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