BCM943228HMB Half Mini PCIe Wireless Card for Lenovo E130 E330
BCM943228HMB Half Mini PCIe Wireless Card for Lenovo E130 E330
BCM943228HMB Half Mini PCIe Wireless Card – Dual-Band 300Mbps + Bluetooth 4.0
Upgrade your Lenovo laptop's wireless connectivity with the BCM943228HMB Half Mini PCIe WLAN Card. Designed as a direct-fit replacement for select Lenovo ThinkEdge and ThinkPad models, this card delivers dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n wireless performance at up to 300Mbps alongside integrated Bluetooth 4.0 — all through a compact Half Mini PCI-E interface.
Please note: This is a used/refurbished card. Parts numbers shipped are 04W3764 or 04W3835 (random shipment). If you require a specific FRU number, please leave a message at checkout.
Key Features
- Model: BCM943228HMB (Broadcom BCM43228 chipset)
- Interface: Half Mini PCI-E (Mini PCI Express)
- Wireless Standards: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
- Frequency Bands: Dual-Band — 2.4GHz & 5GHz
- Max Wireless Speed: 300Mbps
- Bluetooth: BT 4.0 integrated
- BIOS: Special edition — pre-configured for Lenovo whitelist compatibility
- Certification: CE certified
- FRU Numbers: 04W3763, 04W3764, 04W3835
Compatible Lenovo Models
- Lenovo ThinkPad E130
- Lenovo ThinkPad E135
- Lenovo ThinkPad E330
- Lenovo ThinkPad E335
What's in the Box
- 1 × BCM943228HMB WLAN Card
- 2 × Mounting Screws
Warranty & Guarantee
- ✅ 90-Day Replacement Warranty
- ✅ 30-Day No-Questions-Asked Money Back Guarantee
Made in Mainland China.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the BCM943228HMB compatible with Lenovo E130 and E330 laptops?
A: Yes, the BCM943228HMB Half Mini PCIe wireless card is specifically designed to be compatible with Lenovo ThinkPad E130, E135, E330, and E335 models. It uses a special BIOS edition that meets Lenovo's whitelist requirements, ensuring smooth plug-and-play installation without BIOS errors.
Q: Does this wireless card support Bluetooth in addition to Wi-Fi?
A: Yes. The BCM943228HMB features integrated Bluetooth 4.0 alongside dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, giving you both wireless internet connectivity (up to 300Mbps) and Bluetooth functionality in a single Half Mini PCIe card.
Q: Is this card new or used, and which FRU number will I receive?
A: This card is sold as a used/refurbished unit. The FRU number shipped will be either 04W3764 or 04W3835 (random shipment). If you need a specific FRU number, please include a note with your order and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Q: What wireless frequencies does the BCM943228HMB support?
A: The BCM943228HMB supports dual-band operation on both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, giving you the flexibility to connect to less congested 5GHz networks for improved performance or the wider-range 2.4GHz band for broader coverage.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.