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๐Ÿ“ถ StarTech.com Dual Band AC600 Wi-Fi USB Adapter - 2.4GHz / 5GHz Wireless Dongle - 802.11ac Laptop Adapter (USB433ACD1X1) Review

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Details

BrandStarTech
Hardware InterfaceUSB, USB 2.0
Operating SystemWindows 10 Windows 8 Windows 7 Mac OS X El Capitan (10.11) macOS Mojave (10.14) macOS Sierra (10.12) Windows Server 2019 macOS High Sierra (10.13) See more
Compatible DevicesLaptop, Desktop, Tablet
Item Dimensions LxWxH0.7 x 0.9 x 0.3 inches
Data Link ProtocolIEEE 802.11a, USB
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Description of ๐Ÿ“ถ StarTech.com Dual Band AC600 Wi-Fi USB Adapter - 2.4GHz / 5GHz Wireless Dongle - 802.11ac Laptop Adapter (USB433ACD1X1)

SECURE WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY: The wireless USB WiFi adapter provides a reliable dual-band wireless network connectivity to your laptop, tablet or desktop. UPGRADE YOUR WI-FI SUPPORT: The dual-band Wi-Fi dongle supports maximum data rates of up to 433 Mbps on the 5GHz band, plus up to 150Mbps on the 2.4GHz band. COMPACT DESIGN: The USB Nano wireless adapter features a compact factor form for minimal obstruction, ideal for when youre on the go. INDUSTRY COMPLIANT: For maximum performance, the UBS Wi-Fi connector is IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant and supports WEP, WPA, WPA2 wireless security. VERSITILE USE: Supporting USB 2.0, the external adapter adds Wi-Fi networking to your desktop computer without the need for an internal expansion.

Reviews

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

DOES NOT BLINK! suitable for network adapter

I bought a TPLink adapter and it had a blinking green LED. no way to turn it off. The signal was also pretty weak (N adapter at 25 megabits per second?), it gets almost 200 from the mains and doesn't flicker. Perfect fit for my macbook that the wi-fi port is dead on the MB

Pros
  • great for a small house
Cons
  • quality

Revainrating 5 out of 5

It worked (for a desktop with no cables)

This thing looks like a small piece of junk but surprisingly it works well and saved a day on a desktop that didn't come close to a data loss. It doesn't have a huge antenna, but it captures the wireless network perfectly. Quick install on win 10.

Pros
  • That's amazing
Cons
  • Expensive insurance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Couldn't get it to work on my platform

I was trying to replace an old wifi dongle that I thought had died. Tried two or three new ones including this one and couldn't get them to work either. It turned out to be a problem with the computer, but the old key still works. So I haven't tried any of the new ones, one or two of which seem to be limited to PC and MAC.

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • Weight

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Does not connect automatically when VPN is enabled.

Works very well. It's a bit fiddly to set up. I had to press the connect button on the router a few times. My speed is 160/200. I bought the top rated brand for a much higher price and had to return it. Although easier to set up, he died in less than 24 hours. Can't say anything about durability yet, but so far. I would for sure buy again.

Pros
  • Absolutely amazing!
Cons
  • Wrinkled

Revainrating 3 out of 5

100+ megabytes per second in Computers & Accessories

I bought a refurbished HP computer as a second system from Revain without an internal WIFI card, but there is no room on the table for a second computer that means installation USB with wireless capability since there was no direct access to the modem/router. The USB came with the installation software and found not only my own system but also my neighbors within seconds. All I had to do was enter my router's personal ID and within minutes I was up and running. This wireless connection competes

Pros
  • Cool product
Cons
  • Good, but not great

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Excellent goods. Must buy.

Excellent wifi adapter. My laptop with built-in WiFi suddenly broke down and I was about to buy a new laptop. However, I thought I'd try the Startech Wi-Fi adapter and I'm very impressed. Installation was easy. You must install the drivers from the supplied CD. Then open the utility and select and add your home WiFi SSID from the list. Enter your home Wi-Fi security key and you're done. It should appear in the lower right corner of the panel. The connection is faster than my laptop's built-inโ€ฆ

Pros
  • electronics
Cons
  • confused

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Working on Ubuntu 16.04.4 LTS

Almost gave up and got this back, I found paspro/rtl8812au on github (just search for it) with working drivers for kernel 4.13! Presumably this driver works up to kernel 4.15. The instructions are very simple. It appears to be running at full speed on 5GHz 802.11n. I'm just browsing my living room, so I can't speak much within range. Please note that during installation you may need to remove the version number from the folder as the installation script is looking for rtl8812au. So extract theโ€ฆ

Pros
  • Computers and Accessories
Cons
  • Zero

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Everything ok but broke when unplugged from USB port

I usually buy Startech products. I've had this Wi-Fi adapter for about 2-3 months, it was connected to a laptop with a built-in Wi-Fi card that only supports 2.4Ghz, so I bought this adapter. After about 30 days it stopped getting a signal, so I unplugged the adapter from the USB port and plugged it back in, but the inside of the adapter separated from the outside of the adapter when I unplugged it from the USB port. I was able to reattach it while the internals were still in the port and itโ€ฆ

Pros
  • USB network adapter
Cons
  • Only available in black