AC1200 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi USB Adapter
DWA-185
- Product Status (Revision A1): Live
- Wave 2 AC1200 (Wi-Fi 5)
- Dual-band (867 Mbps on 5GHz or 300 Mbps on 2.4GHz)
- MU-MIMO, WPA3
- Detachable high-gain 5 dBi antenna, integrated 2dBi antenna
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Stay connected, faster and further..
Bring fast 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi, MU-MIMO efficiency and the latest WPA3 network security to any computer in no time. High-gain antenna provides a boosted signal reception so you can enjoy wireless coverage over a wider distance than a regular wireless adapter.
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Upgrade to faster Wi-Fi.
Plug into a USB port and connect to better Wi-Fi. Enjoy up to 867 Mbps on the 5Ghz band, or up to 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. Ideal as a Wi-Fi upgrade for older devices that want to connect to newer routers or devices without a wireless network interface controller.
| Fast Wi-Fi Features 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless technology to provide up to 1.3 Gbps1, which is up to x3 faster speeds the previous generation. |
| Dual-band wireless Sends your devices the best speeds possible over the 5GHz and 2GHz bands. |
| MU-MIMO efficiency Delivers high-speed Wi-Fi to all your devices at once without any strain on the network. |
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Easy to connect to the internet.
With almost universal compatibility, you can use the adapter whether you’ve got a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer. Simply plug into your USB port for a hassle-free setup in seconds. Enjoy connecting to available nearby Wi-Fi networks exactly the same way as devices with a wireless network interface controller. Simply select the Wi-Fi network you want to join.
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Highly portable.
The low profile design and detachable antenna mean you can easily pack it away into laptop bags when not in use or travelling.
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Specs
Connectivity
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Wireless AC Wireless AC Wave 2 |
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Dual-Band
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Supported
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MU-MIMO
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Supported
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Interface
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USB 2.0 |
Wireless speed
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300 Mbps 2.4 GHz 867 Mbps 5 GHz |
Type of device
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USB Wi-Fi adapter |