--- title: Connectivity Solutions > Embedded Wireless > SX-SDMAC Radio Module description: SX-SDMAC is a dual-band IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN plus Bluetooth 4.1 BR/EDR/BLE “Smart Ready” SDIO module based on the Qualcomm QCA9377 System-on-Chip (SoC) --- [![Silex Technology](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/silex/images/logo.svg "Silex Technology")](https://www.silextechnology.com/?hsLang=en-us) - [Connectivity Solutions](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions) - [Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions/software-services) - [Integration Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/de/software-service/integration-services) - [Customization Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/de/software-service/customization-services) - [Certification Services](https://www.silextechnology.com/software-service/global-certification-compliance) - [Applications](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise) - [Medical ](https://www.silextechnology.com/medical) - [Transportation & Logistics](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise/transportation-and-logistics) - [Factory Automation](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-expertise/factory-automation) - [Resources](https://www.silextechnology.com/resources) - [Resource Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/resources) - [Unwired Blog](https://www.silextechnology.com/unwired) - [Support Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/support) - [Security Center](https://www.silextechnology.com/security-center) - [Company](https://www.silextechnology.com/company) - [About Silex](https://www.silextechnology.com/company) - [Why Silex](https://www.silextechnology.com/why-silex) - [Technology Partnerships](https://www.silextechnology.com/why-silex/partner) - [News](https://www.silextechnology.com/unwired/topic/news) - [Careers](https://www.silextechnology.com/company/careers) [ Where to buy ](https://www.silextechnology.com/where-to-purchase?hsLang=en-us) [ Contact sales ](https://www.silextechnology.com/contact-us?hsLang=en-us) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ![Embedded](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/silex/image/Embedded.svg) [ Embedded Wireless Modules ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&hsLang=en-us) - [Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-7-80211be) - [Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-6e-80211ax) - [Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-6-80211ax) - [Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=embedded-wireless-modules&categories=wi-fi-5-80211ac) ![Copy of Product icons home (40 x 40 px) (2)](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Product%20icons%20home%20(40%20x%2040%20px)%20(2).svg) [ Platform & SOMs ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=platform--soms&hsLang=en-us) - [EP-200Q](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions/platform-and-soms/ep-200q) - [EP-200N](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions-platform-and-som-ep-200n) ![Network System Solutions](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/silex/image/Network%20System.svg) [ Network System Solutions ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&hsLang=en-us) - [Ethernet to Wi-Fi Bridge](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=ethernet-to-wi-fi-bridge) - [USB/Serial Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=usb-serial-connectivity) - [Wi-Fi HaLow Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wi-fi-halow-connectivity) - [Wi-Fi Access Points](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wi-fi-access-points) - [Industrial Connectivity](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=industrial-connectivity) - [Wireless Monitoring](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions?services=network-systems-solutions&type=wireless-monitoring) #### NEW: EP-200N AMC Edge SoM. Powered by NXP® i.MX 95, delivering secure, safe and reliable connectivity for industrial and medical applications. ![EP-200N-01](https://www.silextechnology.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EP-200N-01.png?width=100&height=100&name=EP-200N-01.png) [ Learn more ](https://www.silextechnology.com/connectivity-solutions-platform-and-som-ep-200n?hsLang=en-us) # SX-SDMAC Radio Module **802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Plus Bluetooth SDIO Wi-Fi Module** This Wi-Fi SDIO module is a low-power, single-stream solution with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac support based on the QCA9377 System-on-Chip from Qualcomm Atheros. This module supports Wave 2 MU-MIMO (Client), which increases the overall WLAN system performance by 3X compared to 11n. The module’s small form factor, rich features, and low power make it perfect for portable devices. - [Download product brief](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/SX-SDMAC%20Radio%20Module%20Product%20Brochure%20.pdf) - [Where to buy](https://www.arrow.com/en/products/search?cat=&q=sx-sdmac&r=true) - [Evaluate now](https://www.silextechnology.com/sx-sdmac-evaluation-windows-/-linux?hsLang=en-us) ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/assets/images/SX-SDMAC-2831S-037935-edited.jpg) ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/assets/images/SX-SDMAC-2831C-273842-edited.jpg) ![](https://www.silextechnology.com/hubfs/assets/images/SX-SDMAC_2830S-157515-edited.jpg) ### Smart-ready SDIO module The Silex SX-SDMAC is a dual-band IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN plus Bluetooth 5.0 BR/EDR/BLE “Smart Ready” SDIO module based on the latest Qualcomm Atheros Technology. It integrates a QCA9377 SoC with MAC, Baseband, RF, RF front end, and peripheral circuitry. SX-SDMAC operates on a +3.3V main power supply and selectable +1.8V/+3.3V IO power supply. Features/Benefits The SX-SDMAC is a dual Band SDIO Wi-Fi Module with 802.11ac WLAN plus BT 5.0 that supports Wave 2 MU-MIMO with a Link Rate up to 433 Mbps. It is robust and designed to support industrial temperatures. - Low Power Dual-Band 1x1 Module for Wi-Fi & BT - Based on the QCA9377-3 Chipset - 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO - Bluetooth 5.0 BR/EDR/LE Smart Ready - SDIO 3.0 WLAN Host Interface - On-chip Power Management Unit (PMU) - Link Rate up to 433 Mbps - On-board and u.fl antenna options - Enterprise security, seamless roaming, and CCX - Driver Support: Linux, Windows 10, Windows 10 IoT, Windows Embedded Compact 7 and 2013, FreeRTOS Specifications - Chipset:  QCA9377 - Connector Type: SMT : 60 pins direct solder pads - B2B : 40 pins board to board connector - Antenna Connectors: 2830 SKU - 1 u.FL + 1 Chip Antenna,  2831 SKU - 2 u.FL Antennas - Antenna Configuration: 1x1 mode (1T1R) - Device Interfaces: SDIO v3.0 for Wi-Fi, UART for Bluetooth - RF Interface: IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac,  Bluetooth 5.0 BR/EDR/LE Smart Ready - Dimensions: 19.00 x 30.00 x 2.4 mm - SX-SDMAC-2831C R2: 24.00 x 24.00 x 4.8 mm    - Operating Temperature: -40 to +85 °C Ambient - MTBF: 90,000 hours - Power Supply Voltage: 3.3V - Modular Certifications: FCC/IC, CE, MIC Documentation [SX-SDMAC Hardware Specifications](https://www.silextechnology.com/productspecs/sx-sdmac/sx-sdcac-product-specifications?hsLang=en-us) [SX-SDMAC Functional Specifications (NDA Required)](mailto:sales@silexamerica.com) [Request Sales] **Application Note:** [SX-SDMAC Hardware Integration Design Guide](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/hardware-integration-design-guide-for-sx-sdmac?hsLang=en-us) [Thermal Profiles of Silex SDIO Radios](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/thermal-profiles-of-silex-sdio-radio-modules?hsLang=en-us) [How to Use Power Saving Features of the SX-SDMAC?](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/how-to-use-power-saving-features-of-the-sx-sdmac?hsLang=en-us) [Design Considerations for Migrating from SX-SDMAN to SX-SDMAC](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/sx-sdman-to-sx-sdmac-migration-guide?hsLang=en-us) [Specification differences between SX-SDMAN and SX-SDMAC](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/specification-differences-between-the-sx-sdman-and-sx-sdmac?hsLang=en-us) [Using QDART/QCBR for Regulatory Testing (Linux 4.1.15-2.0.1_ga)](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/qdart/qcbr-for-regulatory-testing-linux-4.1?hsLang=en-us)  [Debugging the SX-SDxAC Driver](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/debugging-the-sx-sdxac-driver?hsLang=en-us) [SX-SDMAC BLueZ 5.37 for i.MX6 6SX SABRE-SDB](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/sx-sdcac-bluez-5.37-for-imx6?hsLang=en-us) [QCA9377 Regulatory Conformance](https://www.silextechnology.com/sdmac-qca9377-regulatory-conformance?hsLang=en-us) ###### Helpful Links - [Why 802.11ac?](https://www.silextechnology.com/white-paper/catching-the-perfect-wave-of-802.11ac?__hstc=43953530.64c0b707419eda8ceb096a395a14c681.1525760870354.1525760870355.1525760870355.1&__hssc=43953530.5.1525760870355&__hsfp=2337094312&hsLang=en-us) - [802.11ac SDIO Solutions](https://www.silextechnology.com/enterprise-grade-802.11ac-bt-4.1?__hstc=43953530.64c0b707419eda8ceb096a395a14c681.1525760870354.1525760870355.1525760870355.1&__hssc=43953530.5.1525760870355&__hsfp=2337094312&hsLang=en-us) - [SX-SDMAC Evaluation](https://www.silextechnology.com/sx-sdmac-evaluation-windows-/-linux?hsLang=en-us) - [Migration Guide](https://www.silextechnology.com/application-note/sx-sdman-to-sx-sdmac-migration-guide?hsLang=en-us) - [SX-SDMAC Hardware Specifications](https://www.silextechnology.com/productspecs/sx-sdmac/sx-sdcac-product-specifications?hsLang=en-us) - [Add 802.11ac Wi-Fi Connectivity to your NXP i.MX 8 Based Product](https://www.silextechnology.com/80211ac-connectivity-nxp-imx8?hsLang=en-us) - [QCA9377 Regulatory Conformance](https://www.silextechnology.com/sdmac-qca9377-regulatory-conformance?hsLang=en-us)   ###### Support Having trouble? 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