Laptop Windows & Mac by Ben Olson

Name: 💻 High-Speed Gaming WiFi Adapter - 1200Mbps, USB 3.0, 2.4G/5G, 802.11ac, 5dBi Antenna - Compatible with PC/Desktop/Laptop Windows & Mac
Item: 💻 High-Speed Gaming WiFi Adapter - 1200Mbps, USB 3.0, 2.4G/5G, 802.11ac, 5dBi Antenna - Compatible with PC/Desktop/Laptop Windows & Mac
Rating: 1

October 14, 2022

Secure UNRELIABLE

My system: Windows 10 Pro laptop with USB 3.0 ports - fully updated with current drivers and Microsoft updates. I disabled the built-in Wi-Fi and then installed this USB adapter as instructed. This adapter ONLY maintained a stable connection to my network when there was no data transfer. If I were to initiate an important data transfer, this adapter would reliably shut down at random times, effectively causing the transfer to fail. I tried in order (1) the driver that came with it, (2) the "latest" driver from the web link provided on the Revain website, and (3) the latest driver from the RealTek website. (RealTek is the chipset manufacturer for this adapter.) Neither of these drivers resolved the connection problem. An extensive web search for solutions yielded a number of suggestions, but none of them solved the shutdown issue. My guess: the chip overheats and switches off due to heat. but only my guess. I gave up and sent the defective unit back to Revain (thanks Revain). I bought a Netgear A6210 adapter. Problem solved.

Pros

Say goodbye to WiFi dead zones. You don't have to put up with slow internet at home, even when you're on the go. This 2.4GHz to 5.0GHz USB WiFi adapter with a range of 100 meters lets you surf the web from your bedroom or garage. It's also perfect for gaming!

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