14 best alfa wifi usb adapters

• LIGHTING FAST PERFORMANCE – Long Range Adapter Connects to Computer to Boost Wireless Connectivity & Enhance 802.11ac Transfer Speeds Up to 1900 Mbps
• HIGH-GAIN QUAD ANTENNA – Includes 4 Detachable Dual-Band Antennas With 2.4GHz/ 5GHz Capability; Great for Video Streaming, File Transfers & Downloads
• MAXIMUM NETWORK SPEEDS – Great for Large Homes & Offices w/ Numerous Users; Improve Device’s Signal While Gaming, Messaging, Browsing & Beyond
• UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY – Beamforming Enabled & Backwards Compatible With Legacy 802.11a/n/g/b Networks, Windows 7, 8/8.1 & 10, : MacOS 10.12 supported, Linux kernel 3.0 supported
• SIMPLE INSTALLATION – Easily Connects to Computer Via Included USB 3.0 Cable; FREE Bonus Screen Clip Conveniently Hooks to Laptop Bezel or Desktop Monitor

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this work on chromebooks--will the cd-rom download successfully to link with
Answer:	Alfa uses software that works with any operating system that's why alfa is used by professional people.
Question:	does this product work good for boondocking
Answer:	Although the range is exceptional, it really comes down to how you plan on using it. If you're talking going out in the middle of nowhere, no. I know a guy that lives out of his van (by choice, not circumstance). I set him up with an older card and a laptop and he's able to grab wifi, but he mostly parks in the city.
Question:	Is a original alfa mac address start with 00:c0:ca or copy
Answer:	Original.
Question:	Does this work well with Kali Linux the latest version and does it support packet injection as well as wireless mon
Answer:	It will work if you install the realtek-rtl88xxau-dkms, then restart and then its best to shut down the interface and set the monitor mode there, so ifconfig wlan0 down && iwconfig wlan0 mode monitor && ifconfig wlan0 upchange the wlan to the one you are using. There was something put in for this in the drivers github but I dont know if its made it upstream yet.Good Luck!

Product description

Plug into incredible wireless performance.

Alfa’s powerful, long-range, dual-band AWUS036ACH Wi-Fi adapter delivers blazing-fast wireless speeds for even the most demanding data hogs. This is the ideal solution for any home or office in need of dependable connectivity. It is small, lightweight and more capable that any wireless card built into your PC and laptop. The USB 3.0 interface provides for an easy connection to your laptop, desktop, or other compatible device, and brings you all that heavy-lifting capacity for streaming, gaming, and downloading.



Unmatched Performance

Thanks to the high-performance 802.11ac AC1200 chipset, support for the most demanding Internet activity is built right in. Go ahead: Binge-watch your favorite show, game away, stream large video files, and even handle heavy sync jobs.



Dual Removable Antennas

Two high-gain 5dBi dual-band antennas supersede all performance benchmarks of wireless cards and other network connectivity solutions. Their removable design also adds flexibility and upgrading to accommodate even greater signal range.



Highly Secure Access

The little Alfa supports WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK standards. Now you can operate freely knowing that your privacy is protected with the most up-to-date protocols.



Small; Big on Convenience

Measuring in at a compact 86.6 x 26 x 22.3mm and weighing in at a lightweight 50g, this adapter easily stows away for travel and conveniently hides away under your desk, etc.



Plug & Play

Just connect the included USB 3.0 cable, plug the other end into your device, install the driver, and enjoy hassle-free performance. Includes quick setup guide and driver install CD.

• Amazing N 300Mbps & AC 867Mbps Data Transfer Speeds are Perfect for Media
• Wireless Security Standards Include WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK
• Dual-Band (2.4GHz/5GHz) 5dBi Removable Antennas Guarantee Reliable Access
• Functions Seamlessly with Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1; Mac 10.5 or Later; & Linux
• Supported Standards Include 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you install mac drivers if your mac has no optical drive? Can I download the drivers
Answer:	You can try going to the website and try to download them from Alpha, otherwise buy and external portable cd/dvd rom drive. I have not tried this on my Mac yet, but I've tried to use this wifi adapter on 2 different Windows machines and it was very unstable. Good luck.
Question:	will it work in kali linux
Answer:	I have used it with other linux OSs and it works fine without drivers
Question:	Will it run on windows 8.1 or Windows 10? I have recently had an issue with another Alfa product that did not have good drivers for windows 8.1 at all
Answer:	Yes and no. I can only speak for Windows 8.1, and the answer for that is that YES it will work, but not with USB 3.0. The only driver that will install for it no matter what is 1027.4.630.2015, which is a USB 2.0 driver. The latest 7/8.1/10 driver on Alfa and Rokland's site is 1030.0.0515.2015. (They are identical besides naming). This driver will install if you disable driver signature enforcement mode, but will not start. Realtek does not have any listing for the RTL8812AU chip that this device has on it's site either. I cannot find any other drivers that work. The use of 1030 can cause BSODs in a USB 3.0 port or just not work depending on the system. 1027 will only install through device manager automatically. I've put many, many hours into finding a solution to this. There is none. Their driver is faulty and the support for this device is nonexistant. That being said, this is literally THE best Wifi AC adapter on the market for range. Over USB 2.0 you will be able to get somewhere over 300mbps after overhead. This device is able to receive 30dbm better than the ASUS USB-AC55, and can see access points very far away through many walls and floors. I tried it in a hotel and was able to see all 13 hotel access points in the 4 story 400 room hotel, as well as a large number of guest hotspots.The ping is a solid 2ms as long as HT40 and VHT80 are off. If they are enabled you will get erratic pink with spikes to the router of over 30ms during transfers.Lastly, you cannot scan for networks and use the adapter at the same time. Simply clicking the windows network icon creates a ping spike of over 500ms which is essentially a pause during the search. Using a scanning utility like inSSIDer or the better utility Acrylic Wi-Fi stops the ability to connect to anything completely until scanning is stopped. There is clearly something very wrong with these drivers but this is the only choice. Hopefully Windows 10 is another story. Perhaps I'll post a full review when I reinstall and upgrade.All in all it's working perfectly for what I need. I only get 60/4 and 120/5 is the max delivered in the area. If I ever manage to get 1gbps internet you can bet your top dollar that I will not be connecting to it over WiFi! :)
Question:	is this adapter capable of packet injection and monitor mode
Answer:	Darkmatter at Def Con used this card in monitor mode using drivers he patches. You can find them over at PalsHack (http://palshack.org/monitor-mode-with-alfa-ac1200-rtl8812au/)

Product description

Compatible with any brand 802.11g or 802.11n router using 2.4ghz wavelength and supports mimo (multiple input multiple output) high speed transfer TX data rate up to 150 mbps. awus036nha is an ieee 802.11b/g/n wireless USB adapter. It provides users to launch ieee 802.11b/g/n wireless network at 150 mbps in the 2.4 Ghz band, which is also compatible with ieee 802.11b/g wireless devices at 54 mbps. Awus036nha is compatible to higher-performance, multi-stream, mimo-based 802.11n and are available in reference designs to serve the networking, PC and consumer electronics markets. Awus036nha includes a convenient utility that scans for available networks on windows XP and saves preferred networks that users are usually connected with. Security encryption can also be configured by this utility. Compatibility: - any PC or laptop with a USB port, 733 MHz CPU and 64 MB memory - any brand 802.11g or 802.11n router using 2.4 Ghz wavelength - Windows 2000, 2003, XP home/pro/64-bit, vista 32-bit/64-bit, Windows 7 - not compatible with Xbox 360, ps3, Blu-Ray players, Roku boxes or any device that does not run an operating system. Also will not work with dual band routers that only broadcast n speeds on 5 Ghz wavelength - it is also not compatible with any Apple Mac . Security : This adapter provides state of the art standards-based security features: Wpa/wpa2, ieee802.1x, 64/128-bit wep. With these enhanced security features, you can encrypt your data and only allow authorized users to access your wireless network. Data rate 802.11b: Up to 11 mbps/802.11g: Up to 54 mbps/802.11n: Up to 150 mbps - antenna type 2.4 Ghz rp-sma connector - chipset atherosar9271 - security wep 64/128, 802.1x support, Wi-Fi protected access (wpa), wpa-psk, wpa ii-psk, cisco ccx support, wapi-psk, wapi-cert.

• Compatible with any brand 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n router using 2.4 Ghz wave-length
• Includes a 4 inch 5 ddbi screw-on swivel rubber antenna that can be removed and upgrade up to 9 dbi
• Supports the following security protocols: 64/128-bit wep, wpa, wpa2, tkip, aes
• Compatibility: Windows 2000, XP 32/64, vista 32/64, Windows 7
• High transmitter power of 28 dbm - for long-rang and high gain Wi-Fi

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this support monitor mode
Answer:	Yes, you can. If you plan to keep everything inside near a window, ALFA part APA-MO4 is the compatible directional antenna that will affix directly to the AWUS036NH receiver in the ALFA WiFi Camp Pro 2 Mini. If you want to put a directional antenna outside and run a coaxial cable between the AWUS036NH and the outdoor directional antenna, this can also be done. For assistance with this we recommend reaching out to ALFA support or your retailer to make sure you get the correct type of coaxial extension to pair with your antenna.
Question:	I am planning to connect a yagi 25db antenna with this one, would it work? has anyone tried and it worked for them? thanks
Answer:	This does not come with DC12v power supply but that can be purchased separately (part ACR-12). It does ship with AC power supply.
Question:	Is it plug and play with Backtrack? Or are drivers somewhere online
Answer:	If by "send information" you mean: Can it act as an AP (Access Point), then yes. It does support master mode.
Question:	The Atheros AR9271 chipset is supported by Aircrack-ng in Kali Linux, has anyone used this for packet injections and was it successful
Answer:	Comes with a cable no dock

Product description

Specifications

Interface Wireless,

Connection USB,

Color Silver,

Brand ALFA,

Model No AWUS036H,

IEEE Standards 802.11a/b/g/n,

Powered by USB,

Dimensions (cm) 8.5 x 5.5 x 1.5,

Weight (kg) 0.025,

Package Contents 1 Network Adapter, 1 Network Card, 1 Network Cable, 1 Network Antenna,

• Guarantee the quality of products
• Delivery Time 20-30 Days
• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us

User questions & answers

Question:	Is their any tutorials on how to install the drivers for kali linux
Answer:	You won’t need to install any drivers as long as there on the host machine. You will have to add a usb from the kali menu. There is a tutorial on YouTube that shows you.
Question:	What is the country of origin/manufacture
Answer:	Alfa is from Taiwan. Thank you
Question:	Can you use in Kali Linux? Would it work as monitor mode and inject packages
Answer:	Yes, but as of July 2019 you must install drivers in order to use it (it will not work straight out of the box.) The driver installation is painful even as an experienced Linux user.
Question:	Is this actually a fake Alfa chip? If so how does it stand up against an actual Alfa product
Answer:	According to some websites and videos devoted to identifying a real Alfa vs fake the adapter I received is fake, I have never owned a true Alfa adapter and although the adapter I received uses a different driver which makes things complicated on a Linux system it operates very well, I have not had any problems with the function of the device however that does not mean you will not have any, if you are looking for a good adapter with decent range capabilities and cannot find any other options this device should do just fine. The way I identified the adapter as fake was one: The hologram on the bottom of the device was grey were as it should have had an array of colors. And two: if you shine a flashlight through the led slot on the adapter the color of the circuit board should have been a blue, while the adapter I received was green. My understanding was that fake alfa devices are very common and have the same circuitry and operate almost exactly as the real thing. Would I get this adapter again? Short Anwser yes.

Product description

You asked for STRONGER WiFi and Extended Range and here it is. This is an ALFA 802.11g wireless USB adapter. Includes a 5dBi Rubber Duck Antenna. The adapter comes with an RP-SMA antenna connector so that you can add an external antenna to boost your wireless range and signal. And to make things better we are including a dBi gain rubber duck antenna in the sale (comes with the adapter in the retail box).



This has a stunning 2000mw output power. So if you are looking for a device to connect to an outdoor 2.4 GHz antenna, such as on a boat or an RV, this is a perfect solution. Because this is a USB adapter, it works on any computer that has a USB port. this also works with Windows Vista, Linux (kernel 2.6.6 and later) and Macintosh (OS version 10.4)



It is perfect to travel with and weighing less than 2 ounces and measuring 3.5 x 2.5 inches in size (8.5 x 6.3cm)



* Wi-Fi Certified

* Diagnostic LED indicator

* 2.4GHz frequency band, MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)

* High speed transfer TX data rate up to 150 Mbps

* Contains RP-SMA external antenna jack

* High powered adapter- 1000mw output power

* Compliant with FCC Part 15.247 for US, ETS 300 328 for Europe



Important Driver Installation:

If you get an error while Installing the Drivers press OK, then Exit. Then do the following:



Right-click on your CD Drive and select Explore

For Windows, double-Click on the application file in this folder (the file name atarts with "IS_AP_STA_RT2870......) then follow the installation instructions.

For Mac and Linux open their folder and then run the application.



Or you can got to the manufactures website, then click on "Support" and on the left side click on "Divers" and download.

• 802.11b/g and "N", 2000mW of power which is more powerful than ANY other WiFi adapter on the market
• Includes a 4inch 5dBi Screw-On Swivel Rubber Antenna and 7DdBi Panel antenna
• Very Secure with wireless data encryption with 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP,and AES
• Compatible with IEEE 802.11n, 802.11b/g/n wireless standards
• Supports driver for Windows 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Windows 7, Linux (2.4.x/2.6.x),and Mac (10.4.x/10.5.x)

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this antenna come with the required USB cord or do I need to buy one separately? It look like USB Mini, but I can't really tell based on the pic
Answer:	The unit comes with an USB cable that has a mini on antenna side and a standard connecter to the PC.
Question:	Is the AWSO36NH OK for a MAC
Answer:	The AWSO36NH can be apparently be used with Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave. Drivers are located here: http://alfanetworkinc.blogspot.com/2018/11/awus036neh-and-awus036nh-macos-10.html Note, however, that according to Alfa Tech Support, the ASS036NHA is "Windows only" as it contains an Atheros chip and the manufacturer has not issued Mac drivers. Also the NHA does not work with the Alfa R36A Repeater. I point this out because I ordered this part and was shipped the NHA. So look at your part number carefully upon receipt.
Question:	How does this product compare to the High Power USB-Yagi Plug and Play directional WiFi Antenna 802.11n 2200mW in distant reception and transmission
Answer:	Yagi is a type of antenna, and you can use a Yagi antenna with this Wifi adapter. Yagis are very directional, but if properly aimed, they can give you much better range than most other antennas. (And if not properly aimed, they won't work at all.)
Question:	Does this device allow for passive scanning/monitoring
Answer:	I only used this item for a longer range for weak wifi signal while I was out of the US. Not really sure if it allows passive scanning/monitoring.

Product description

It cannot be used on Mac.

• It cannot be used on Mac.

User questions & answers

Question:	Witch chip set do it have in it
Answer:	This is most likely a software issue with Kali - You most likely need to disable the device using terminal and then re-enable it. To do this, open up terminal and type: ifconfig ifconfig wlan0 down ifconfig wlan0 up Change wlan0 with the tag assigned to your wifi adapter and run each line separately. The initial ifconfig line will display all network devices so you can find the name of the wifi adapter. Once you ran the commands, try turning monitor mode back on and then search for APs. Doing this should prevent you from having to restart the operating system to get it to work properly (which also works). Hope this helps.
Question:	Does this work with parrot security os
Answer:	I don't know about fcc but It doesn't work for 5G networks. Only 2G
Question:	Does this adapter support 5ghz
Answer:	Windows 10 should load the drivers automatically. Not sure about other operating systems.
Question:	Using VBox and newest Kali - in monitor mode it cannot find APs? It does in Windows10 though. Been trying 5 hrs. Can anyone help
Answer:	The adapter comes in 2 different versions so I don't know if installation without the disk is possible. Windows 10 didn't recognize it and automatically install drivers in my case.

Product description

Incredible Performance from 2 Dual-Band Antennas

Alfa's AWUS036AC is designed for those with a serious need for wireless Internet speed. Its 2x dual-band antenna (2.4GHz / 5GHz) setup lets you connect to AC networks at a tire-burning 867Mbps and to N networks up to a whopping 300Mbps. As the new wireless draft 802.11ac technology was developed to optimize the handling of heavy data transfer demands like video streaming and large files syncing, the AWUS036AC is the ultimate tool for taking advantage of the next wave in wireless connectivity. Yet, despite all its power and speed, this little Alfa comes in a really small form factor akin to a USB thumb drive.



Removable Rubber Duck Antennas for Powerful Flexibility

The AWUS036AC ships with 2 detachable 5dBi dual-band dipole antennas. While these are powerful in their own right, the RP-SMA female antenna port can accept antenna upgrades to boost your wireless range and signal even more. Once your antenna of choice is connected, this turns into a standalone Wi-Fi receiver that puts the connected world at your fingertips. Alfa is also seriously invested in your privacy, it includes support for enterprise class wireless security WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK.



No Introductions Are Needed

Whether you're using a desktop, laptop or a netbook, the Alfa AWUS036AC requires no more than a USB port. Slide it in, install the Utility, and Connect to your network. The USB 3.0 interface keeps the connection to your computer strong and snappy at super transfer speeds of 5Gbps. Best of all, the Alfa measures just 85mm x 26mm x 12mm and weighs in at a super-light 25 grams so that it goes anywhere you do and brings wireless wonder along. It also by far outperforms the wireless cards that are built into newer laptops, and enhances both the range and signal quality at longer distances.

• Amazing Data Transfer Speeds: N 300Mbps, AC 867Mbps
• Supported Standard's: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11N, 802.11ac
• Wide Range: Includes 2 Dual-Band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) Removable 5dBi Rubber Duck Antennas
• Supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8.1, Mac 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10 & Linux
• Wireless Security: WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this item strengthen my wireless connection-- as my computer is very long distance from landlord's router? It's clear across the 1/4 acre land
Answer:	Yes it will, I use it all the time around my land 1/4 acre land=105ft. If you are not at the same level of your neighbor it can affect the signal as well as the wall of both house and also the type of accessories use in both house like microwave oven other type of phone etc. If you are sharing internet ask you neighbor to place the router beside a window in line with yours. I also did a test with one bigger antenna that I had on my router and place it on this antenna and it was even better but I have only one so I had to tape the base.
Question:	Does it support windows
Answer:	I have updated windows 8.1 to windows 10 and yes it does support windows 10!
Question:	Would this card be good for professional/study pentest use? Good range, packet injection, Linux support out of the box on Kali/BT/Backbox
Answer:	I had no issues getting it to run with Ubuntu (14 and 16 XFCE). No driver install needed. Range is fantastic, but I haven't done any custom drivers for packet sniffing/injection. My guess is it'd be just as good as any other adapter.
Question:	Can I use this as a field goal in football
Answer:	Only finger football, if you fold a sheet of paper into a small triangle.
Question:	Can I connect this to a 5 ghz network to connect 2.4 ghz devices to it
Answer:	No, it has to connect to 2.4
Question:	Is this item returnable? If so what are the conditions of return ? Thanks
Answer:	I don't know, never checked as I wouldn't send mine back as it works fantastic.
Question:	configuration is a one and done correct? configuration at home and then go to campsite in rv ; should just pick up local signals correct
Answer:	I agree with the first two responders. Not a big deal, just takes a few minutes to pick out the best/preferred signal for that new location. Yes, your "internal to the RV configuration" should be a one time thing.
Question:	do both of these products run off of usb power
Answer:	No you need a power supply for the R36A. Thank you
Question:	I only have a lg vk 815 pad. saw the disk. what should i buy to boost wifi
Answer:	This item will not work with you tablet that is running android and at the same time will not understand this device. If you want to extend the wifi coverage that you have in your home, you may consider using a wifi extender for routers. Don't have a recommendation for that due to me only living in a small place and having placed wifi connection point at the center of my home. Good luck on finding what you need.
Question:	How long is the usb cable
Answer:	Its about 12 inches long. I never use them. I use my kids leapfrog cable, for reason it works better.
Question:	does this work with windows
Answer:	Yes. But, you may have to download the drivers manually in order to get their software suite. Also, if a windows 10 installation isn't available the windows 8 software will work.
Question:	Does this have the ralink rt3070 or rt3070l chipset
Answer:	The AWUS036NH uses a Ralink RT3070.
Question:	is there any reason this should not work with a 'visible' phone to increase number of hotspot connections
Answer:	It will work in the sense you are using your Visible compatible phone to connect to a WiFi network. If there is a nearby network you want to boost, you can use the Alfa WiFi Camp Pro 2 Mini to boost the signal, and join the WiFi Camp Pro 2 Mini Wifi signal with your phone. In this sense it can work with any WiFi enabled cell phone. It cannot boost your Visible 4G reception however. So if you are in an area with no 4G signal it will not help boost the signal to a Visible tower.
Question:	What if the rv park uses coupons for wifi connection rather than a password. will this product still work
Answer:	yes
Question:	Can I replace the external antenna with a directional antenna
Answer:	Yes, you can. If you plan to keep everything inside near a window, ALFA part APA-MO4 is the compatible directional antenna that will affix directly to the AWUS036NH receiver in the ALFA WiFi Camp Pro 2 Mini. If you want to put a directional antenna outside and run a coaxial cable between the AWUS036NH and the outdoor directional antenna, this can also be done. For assistance with this we recommend reaching out to ALFA support or your retailer to make sure you get the correct type of coaxial extension to pair with your antenna.
Question:	Does it come with DC power option also? Would love to use it going down the road
Answer:	This does not come with DC12v power supply but that can be purchased separately (part ACR-12). It does ship with AC power supply.

Product features

Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Adapter

Alfa’s AWUS036AC is designed for those with a serious need for wireless Internet speed. Its 2x dual-band antenna (2.4GHz / 5GHz) setup lets you connect to AC networks at a tire-burning 867Mbps and to any networks up to a whopping 300 Mbps. As the new wireless draft 802.11ac technology was developed to optimize the handling of heavy data transfer demands like video streaming and large files syncing, the AWUS036AC is the ultimate tool for taking advantage of the next wave in wireless connectivity. Yet, despite all its power and speed, this little Alfa comes in a really small form factor akin to a USB thumb drive.

Removable Rubber Duck Antennas for Powerful Flexibility

The AWUS036AC ships with two detachable 5 dBi dual-band dipole rubber duck antennas. While these are über-powerful in their own right, the RP-SMA female antenna port can accept antenna upgrades to boost your wireless range and signal even more. Once your antenna of choice is connected, this turns into a standalone Wi-Fi receiver that puts the connected world at your fingertips. Alfa is also seriously invested in your privacy, and to ensure the AWUS036AC is as secure as it is reliable, it includes support for enterprise-class wireless security WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK.

• Amazing Data Transfer Speeds: N 300Mbps, AC 867Mbps-Meidatek MT7612U Chipset
• Wide Range: Includes 2 Dual-Band(2.4GHz/5GHz) detachable 5dBi antenna
• Supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 and Windows 10 32/64bit
• Supports Mac OSX 10.9 or later - Supports Linux kernel 2.6 or later
• Wireless Security: WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there an online site i can download the drivers from since I do not have a CD drive for my computer
Answer:	Hi, there Following are the links for AWUS036ACM drivers for Windows and macOS platform: Windows Platform: https://www.alfa.com.tw/files/?dir=%5B1%5D%20WiFi%20USB%20adapter/AWUS036ACM/Windows macOS platform: https://www.alfa.com.tw/files/?dir=%5B1%5D%20WiFi%20USB%20adapter/AWUS036ACM/MAC%20OS Please fee free to let us know if further inquiry.
Question:	hi, What is the big different between alfa awus036ach and alfa awus036acm cause i'm confuse in order to buy it
Answer:	AWUS036ACM is made from MediaTek MT7612U chipset, and AWUS036ACH is designed with Realtek RTl8812AU chipset. Both of them are ideal for daily network activities, and if you have special demands for various network applications, please kindly let us know the network application scenarios. Both models are powerful, please let us know how you'd like to use the adapter , and we may give suggestions for the ideal wireless adapter in the network application scenario on your side.
Question:	Can this be configured to be a range extender/hotspot
Answer:	If your OS supports that functionality. This is strictly client access. Windows offers "Internet Sharing" and has a wizard to set it up.
Question:	Does this model (awus036acm) support packet injection
Answer:	Yes, AWUS036ACM supports packet monitoring & injection under Kali linux platform. Following commands for packet setup are for your reference: Driver installation: ---------------------------------------------------------- apt-get install linux-headers-amd64 git clone https://github.com/cyangy/A6210-mt76x2u_Ubuntu.git cd A6210-mt76x2u_Ubuntu git checkout fc573e6 make install ---------------------------------------------------------- Monitor & injection Test: ---------------------------------------------------------- (assume wireless interface is “wlan1”) airodump-ng wlan1 # for 2.4G airodump-ng --band a wlan1 # for 5G aireplay-ng -9 wlan1 # might vary with different computer setups, needs evaluations ---------------------------------------------------------- Compatibility is verified on Kali 2018.3, 2018.2, FYR.

Product description

01:Here is tips special for you:WiFi Dongle Support Systems: Windows 10/8/8.1/7/Vista/Xp, Mac 10.5-10.15 ,Not support TV,Projector,Printer .you can connect with 802.11 ac 1200 Mbps 1750 MBPS router 02:WiFi Antenna:When signal is weak, you can turn the antenna 60 degree tilt,the signal of wireless USB WiFi adapter for desktop computer will better.B: The WiFi adapter for desktop speed max. speed up to 867Mbps just works when wireless WiFi adapter connect to 5G band, otherwise, the wireless card will just run at the max. speed of 300 Mbps with 2.4G. Normally, your PC's network speed can't up to the WiFi USB adapter's speed as it depends on many factors, Such as the network size，router, barriers, laptop or desktop or PC 's internal memory 03: 5 GHz mode stands out within short range. If your wireless card is closed to the router, then WiFi signal will be stronger under 5 GHz than 2.4 GHz .Now You want to have fast speed in watching video and playing online games, We suggest that you should connect;wireless USB adapter to the 5G band. If your wireless USB is far away from the router, and you just want to surf the internet, you’d better connect to 2.4G band for better and stable signal. 04: This USB WiFi adapter for desktop only can receive network signals, but can not strengthen it, If you want to get booster function, then you choose a WiFi extender not WiFi USB adapter for PC E: It is different for the program between our USB network adapter with notebook's built-in 5 GHz wireless adapter,The ability to receive WiFi for notebook with built-in network card is weaker than mobile phone, While external network WiFi card is not better than notebook.The same router,From the ability to receive WiFi,the speed of the phone will be faster than Desktop or laptop. 05: Don't shaking and frequently plugin and unplugging,which may be cause looseness.

• Dual High Gain WiFi Antenna - Weak Signal Increased by Wireless Adapter for desktop computer Use 2pcs Long Range WiFi Antennas of 5dBi, which makes usb wifi Adapter Ensures Range Extended WiFi Connection and Superior Stability for Desktop, Laptop, PC
• 1200Mbps High WiFI SPEED 802.11ac 5G/2.4G - Ultra-fast AC1200 wireless adapter speed, You Can Get Maximum 867Mbps Wireless Speed on 5GHz WiFi Band or 300Mbps on 2.4GHz WiFi for gaming online and seamless HD video streaming.
• Super USB 3.0 WiFi Adapter for desktop PC - USB 3.0 Adapter Speed is 10times than USB2.0 it Support the wireless adapter for desktop speed up to fast link for the USB port.
• Wi-Fi Hot Spot - You can create a Hot spot with the Soft AP Feature if your desktop is under wired Internet connection. You can boost Wi-Fi to your mobile devices from your computer
• Warranty Service - 7X24Hours Technical Support. Please contact us if you have any problems about the usb wireless network adapter, we will respond to your issue within 24 hours.24Month Warranty.

User questions & answers

Question:	While it sees my 5ghz network, it refuses to connect to it. it only connects to the 2.4ghz one. why? i'm using the latest realtek drivers
Answer:	The short answer is that 2.4 GHz will generally register as having better signal strength compared to 5GHz. Windows tends to prefer this, and most consumer routers won't signal the endpoint to switch to 5GHz. You can fix this by going to the advanced adapter properties, and seeing if you can set it to "Prefer 5GHz". Alternatively, the WiFi Mode setting can be set to a set that excludes 2.4GHz like 802.11 a/c/n/ac.
Question:	What benefit for dual 5dbi wifi antenna,and what's the difference with one antenna wifi adapter
Answer:	If near router,it is nearly same as one antenna,but if your usb adapter is far router such as on upstairs/basement.it signal is also very good .so this is two wifi antenna benefit.
Question:	If I don’t already have a Wi-Fi card in my pc will this still work
Answer:	Yes. I work separately. As long as your PC has USB port.
Question:	Does this usb wifi adapter come with link to download drivers? i have mac and can't use mini cd
Answer:	windows10 and Linux drivers https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iY6OuLImG-awZoHRSsPhue1LFIi9Z4bs/view MAC OS 10.15 Drivers https://github.com/chris1111/Wireless-USB-Adapter/releases/tag/V8

Product features

Dual Band 5Ghz/2.4Ghz Dual Antenna

Do you want super-fast speeds for your bandwidth-intensive applications, like HD video streaming and multiplayer gaming? Then the 5GHz WiFi adapter for pc is more favorable. Do you need to do simple tasks like emailing or web surfing? The traditional 2.4GHz band is good enough, and offers a more stable connection. With our AC1200M wifi adapter you have a Good wireless Connection choice..

High Gain Dual 5Dbi Antenna ,With MU-MIMO technology, provide two simultaneous data streams, improving the throughput and efficiency of the entire network when working with a compatible MU-MIMO router,Boost WIFI Coverage ensure stronger signal transmission and reception for a Smooth Surfing Experience

Product description

* Includes a 9dBi original Alfa antenna

* Compatible with any Brand 802.11g or 802.11n Router Using 2.4ghz Wavelength and supports MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)

* High speed transfer TX data rate up to 150 Mbps



AWUS036NHA is an IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wireless USB adapter. It provides users to launch IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless network at 150 Mbps in the 2.4GHz band, which is also compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g wireless devices at 54 Mbps. AWUS036NHA is compatible to higher-performance, multi-stream, MIMO-based 802.11n, and are available in reference designs to serve the networking, PC and consumer electronics markets. AWUS036NHA includes a convenient Utility that scans for available networks on Windows XP and saves preferred networks that users are usually connected with. Security encryption can also be configured by this utility.



Compatibility

- Any PC or Laptop with a USB port, 733MHz CPU, and 64MB Memory

- Any brand 802.11g or 802.11n router using 2.4ghz wavelength

- Windows 2000, 2003, XP Home/Pro/64-Bit, Vista 32-Bit/64-Bit, Windows 7

- NOT COMPATIBLE with Xbox 360, PS3, Blu-Ray Players, Roku Boxes, or any device that does not run an Operating System. Also will not work with Dual Band Routers that only broadcast N speeds on 5ghz wavelength - it is also not compatible with any Apple Mac



Security

This adapter provides state of the art standards-based security features: WPA/WPA2, IEEE802.1X, 64/128-bit WEP. With these enhanced security features, you can encrypt your data and only allow authorized users to access your wireless network.



* Data Rate 802.11b: UP to 11Mbps / 802.11g: UP to 54Mbps / 802.11n: UP to 150Mbps

* Antenna Type2.4Ghz RP-SMA connector

* Chipset AtherosAR9271

* Security WEP 64/128, 802.1X support, Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), WPA-PSK, WPA II-PSK, Cisco CCX support, WAPI-PSK,WAPI-CERT

• Compatible with Any Brand 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n Router Using 2.4ghz Wavelength
• Includes a 4 inch 5 DdBi Screw-On Swivel Rubber Antenna and a 14 inch 9dBi Original Alfa Rubber Antenna
• Supports the Following Security Protocols: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES
• Compatibility: Windows 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Windows 7
• High Transmitter Power of 28dBm - for Long-Rang and High Gain Wi-Fi

User questions & answers

Question:	Can it send informatiin
Answer:	Yes. But, you may have to download the drivers manually in order to get their software suite. Also, if a windows 10 installation isn't available the windows 8 software will work.
Question:	Does this come with a cable and a dock
Answer:	The AWUS036NH uses a Ralink RT3070.
Question:	Can you recomfirm the chipset is it model: awus036nha. chipset: atheros at9271 or ar
Answer:	Yes, this WiFi expander can give stronger signals, especially 5GHz
Question:	Will this work well with Windows
Answer:	It's just expanding the WiFi signal and range, just find a place with power and plug it in.

Product description

A 802.11ac WiFi Range boost USB Adapter

• Standards: IEEE 802.11ac/a/b/g/n
• Wireless Frequency 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz; Wireless Data Rate: 2.4 GHz : up to 150 Mbps; 5 GHz : up to 433 Mbps
• USB Interface: Mini USB; Antenna Connector: RP-SMA female; Antenna Type: High-gain detachable antenna
• Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA/PSK, WPA2-PSK
• Operating System: Windows XP 32/64bit; Windows Vista 32/64bit; Windows 7 32/64bit; Windows 8/8.1 32/64bit; Windows 10 32/64bit; MacOSX 10.4 - 10.14; Linux kernel versions 4.19 or newer

Product description

lease note the strength of the reception also greatly depends on the area this is operating in, this item cannot transmit through thick walls the same as in an open area, all claims here are for open area, please consider this when making your purchase.



You asked for STRONGER WiFi and Extended Range and here it is. We have combined this high power Wi-Fi adapters with a powerful +9 dBi 15' 2.4GHz Hi-Gain folding antenna. Estimated range is (depending on environment) 1.2 mile (2km). It is compatible with almost all laptops and desktop, PCs and Macs. This kit also includes two antennas- one mini 5 dBi gain travel antenna, and one high gain 9 dBi antenna, as pictured. It is perfect to travel with and weighing less than 2 ounces and measuring 3.5 x 2.5 inches in size (8.5 x 6.3cm)



This has a stunning 2000mw output power. So if you are looking for a device to connect to an outdoor 2.4 GHz antenna, such as on a boat or an RV, this is a perfect solution. Because this is a USB adapter, it works on any computer that has a USB port. this also works with Windows Vista, Linux (kernel 2.6.6 and later) and Macintosh (OS version 10.4).



* Wi-Fi Certified

* Includes 2 external antennas- a 5 dBi antenna, and an original Alfa 9 dBi antenna as pictured





Important Driver Installation:

If you get an error while Installing the Drivers press OK, then Exit. Then do the following:



Right-click on your CD Drive and select Explore

For Windows, double-Click on the application file in this folder (the file name atarts with "IS_AP_STA_RT2870......) then follow the installation instructions.

For Mac and Linux open their folder and then run the application.



Or you can got to the manufactures website, then click on "Support" and on the left side click on "Drivers" and download.

• 802.11 b /g and "N", 2000mW of power which is more powerful than ANY other WiFi adapter on the market
• Includes a 4 inch 5 DdBi Screw-On Swivel Rubber Antenna that can be removed and upgrade up to the include 9dBi antenna
• Very Secure with wireless data encryption with 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP,and AES and is Compatible with IEEE 802.11n, 802.11b/g/n wireless standards
• Supports driver for Windows 2000, XP 32/64, Vista 32/64, Windows 7, Linux (2.4.x/2.6.x),and Mac (10.4.x/10.5.x)
• The Mount designed for easy clinging on Notebook, Netbook and Window.

User questions & answers

Question:	I only have a lg vk 815 pad. saw the disk. what should i buy to boost wifi
Answer:	Yes. The extenders will tie into your main router and create a network
Question:	How long is the usb cable
Answer:	Will be similar to the router name, can be reset.
Question:	does this work with windows
Answer:	You can use it with a passive PoE to deliver power.
Question:	Does this have the ralink rt3070 or rt3070l chipset
Answer:	Sure you could. As long as the power you provide is not coming from a "power bank" type source... which notoriously shuts down on long term power supply situations. The proprietary poe injector provided comes with a very short rj45 connector cable, but whatever distance your power supply is from this AP you can adjust cable lengths... Also wanted to point out, as the other commenter said, 4-5 months ago at time I purchased this there were 2 listings for this device & one I bought from did send faulty product, as well as replacement did not work also. Speaking with Amazon, I did not just go for refund, instead purchased from the other listing of this device & 1st one sent functioned perfectly well.

Product description

WiFi 802.11ac AC1200 Long-Range USB adapter

• Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11ac/a/b/g/n
• Wireless Frequency: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz; Wireless Data Rate: 2.4 GHz-up to 300 Mbps, 5 GHz-up to 867 Mbps.
• Interface: USB-C (includes cable); Antenna Type: 2 x Dual-Band High-gain detachable antenna.
• Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 WPA/PSK, WPA2-PSK
• Operating System: Windows Vista 32/64bit; Windows 7 32/64bit; Windows 8/8.1 32/64bit; Windows10 32/64bit; Mac OS 10.4 or later; Linux kernel 4.19 or later

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this the same chipset of the original awus036ach
Answer:	YES!
Question:	does this support master mode
Answer:	It supports software AP mode.

Product description

The Panda N600 Dual Band 300Mbps Wireless 802.11n USB Adapter With Dual 5dBi Antennas (PAU09) upgrades the WiFi

interface on your computer to the latest 802.11n standard. Your computer can get a higher connection speed on your 5GHz

network if you live in an apartment where the airwaves might be congested by a lot of WiFi routers operating in 2.4GHz band.



Features



- Panda PAU09 upgrades any computer to the latest 802.11n standard

- Max data rate up to 300 Mpbs with any 802.11ac/n 2.4GHz & 5GHz networks

- Dual 5dBi antennas are better suited for picking up weaker signals

- Backward compatibility with 802.11b/g wireless networks and compatibility with 802.11ac/n wireless networks

- Low power consumption to extend the battery life of your laptop or portable device

- Supports state of the art standards-based security features: 64b/128bit WEP, WPA and WPA2 (TKIP+AES) to prevent

unauthorized users to access your wireless network.



Comptability



- Any PC with an available USB port, 1GHz CPU, and 1GByte Memory

- Any brand 802.11ac/b/g/n router operating on 2.4GHz & 5GHz bands

- Compatible with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10/2012r2, Mac OS X 10.8-10.11 and the latest version

of Linux distributions

- Won’t work with Xbox 360, PS3, Blu-Ray, Roku, TV, etc.

- NOT COMPATIBLE with any device that does not run an operating system specified above unless otherwise stated.



What's in the package



- 1 x Panda PAU09 Adapter

- 2 x 5dBi antenna

- 1 x USB stand (5FT cable)

- 1 x User's Manual

- 1 x Full-size Installation CD



Note: The latest manuals and drivers are available on Panda Wireless web site.



Warranty



Panda PAU09 adapter is backed by 1-year limited warranty. Please contact Panda Wireless if you have any question.

• Works with any 2.4GHz and 5GHz 802.11 a/ac/b/g/n networks. Max. wireless connection speed: 300Mbps. Supports both infrastructure and ad-hoc modes. Security: WEP 64/128bit, WPA, WPA2, 802.1x and 802.11i, Cisco CCS V1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 compliant.
• Multi-OS support: 32-bit and 64-bit Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10, MX LInux, Manjaro, Linux Mint, Ubuntu, Lubuntu, OpenSUSE, RedHat, Fedora, CentOS, Kali Linux, Raspbian. NO Mac support for Panda Wireless PAU09.
• The Panda Wireless PAU09 adapter is designed to run on an Intel/AMD based PC or Raspberry Pi 0/1/2/3/4. It doesn't work with any Digital Media Players, Digial Video Recorders, Netwok-Attached Storage devices, Playstations, Security Cameras, etc. Please consult Panda Wireless if you want to use Panda Wireless PAU09 on any non Intel/AMD-based systems.
• If you want to use Panda Wireless PAU09 with a guest OS like Kali in a Virtual Machine, please contact Panda Wireless for more info. In general, we recommend our customers to use Panda Wireless PAU09 on a computer running a supported operating system in the list above.
• Technical Support and Warranty - Please email or call Panda Wireless Technical Support or your seller if you have any problems or warranty issues about your Panda Wireless PAU09 adapter, we will respond to your email/call within 24 hours.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this plug n play with Arch Linux
Answer:	For Debian 8 Jessie users make sure the following line is or was added to source list file found in /etc/apt/sources.listdeb http://http.debian.net/debian/ jessie main contrib non-freeRun terminal command:apt-get update && apt-get install firmware-ralinkLike a charm magically it worked.
Question:	Does this product work on Kali 2017.2 for the raspberry pi
Answer:	It definitely works on Kali 2017.2 for AMD-64, but I’m not sure about pi.
Question:	Is this the best wifi adapter that Panda offers and will it work out of the box with Linux Mint
Answer:	I would say yes. As it works out of the box on my Mint 17.3. I did use Mint 18 for a short enough time to run the updates with the Panda Adapter, but went back to 17.3 In my case I have an issue where I have to disconnect (unplug) my WiFi, this one included, when I LOG OFF. I have no issues with it ever reconnecting, and I recommend getting this one. I have been happy with it. Never had an issue. Edit: After reading the other responses, I use this adapter on my Linux box as my everyday WiFi connection.
Question:	Does this adapter support master mode in Kali Linux? IE: Monitor Mode, Packet Injection, AP mode, etc
Answer:	I found that monitor and AP mode both work on 32-bit (686), rolling 2, 2016.1 version of kali, running on 4.4.0-kali1 kernel, and using debian version 4.4.4-2. For me, monitor and AP mode worked on both ports, 2.0 and 3.0. I also tested modes on different kali and kernel versions, and got mixed results - for the most part I could not get AP mode to work. I hope this helps.