Banana Pi BPI-R4-NIC-BE14

Description

Visit Banana Pi BPI-R4-NIC-BE14 is a compact Wi-Fi 7 module designed to bring high-speed wireless connectivity to embedded systems. Equipped with the MediaTek MT7995AV chipset, it supports the latest Wi-Fi standards, including IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, and operates in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz frequency bands. This module is ideal for applications requiring fast, reliable data transmission over long distances.

Main technical specifications :

• Main chipset : MediaTek MT7995AV with 32-bit RISC-V MCU dedicated to Wi-Fi protocols and offloading Wi-Fi tasks.
• Interfaces :
  • PCIe 3.0: Two dual-lane interfaces for flexible integration.
  • UART: Interface with hardware flow control for efficient communication.
• Dimensions : 82 x 51 x 4.2 mm, facilitating integration into various systems.

Wi-Fi performance :

• 2.4 GHz band :
  • Bandwidths: 20 and 40 MHz.
  • MIMO configuration: 2T2R.
• 5 GHz band :
  • Bandwidths: 20, 40, 80 and 160 MHz.
  • MIMO configuration: 3T3R with 3 spatial streams.
• 6 GHz band :
  • Bandwidths: 20, 40, 80, 160 and 320 MHz.
  • MIMO configuration: 3T3R with 3 spatial streams.
• Maximum PHY flow : Up to 13,700 Mbps.
• Advanced technologies :
  • MU-MIMO and MU-OFDMA transmission and reception.
  • Beamforming TX and RX for greater range and reliability.
  • Supports Greenfield, mixed and legacy modes.
• Security : Compatible with WPA, WPA2, personal WPA3 and WPS 2.0.
• Service quality : WMM and WMM-PS support for efficient traffic management.

Typical applications :

• Routers and access points: Improving wireless performance in home and office environments.
• Embedded systems : Add Wi-Fi 7 capabilities to devices requiring high-speed connectivity.
• Advanced IoT solutions: Fast, reliable data transmission for demanding IoT applications.

Important notes:

• The module requires a large heat sink due to the heat generated by the chipset.
• Energy consumption tests were carried out to assess power requirements.
• Integration with the Banana Pi BPI-R4 requires activation of the SW4 switch on the motherboard to activate the Wi-Fi 7 module.