TP-Link AC600 USB WiFi Adapter for PC (Archer T2U Plus)- Wireless Network Adapter for Desktop with 2.4GHz, 5GHz High Gain Dual Band 5dBi Antenna, Supports Win11/10/8.1/8/7/XP, Mac OS 10.9-10.14, Black

I have a very old Windows 10 tablet that still works great but has WiFi connectivity issues because the area I use it tends to be right on the edge of where it can reach my router. Some days it’s ok and some days it’s unusable. I figured the internal antenna is probably small and likely using pretty old technology, and that perhaps attaching a larger newer USB antenna, I would improve my signal. After switching to the USB WiFi adapter it offered very minimal improvement at first. My connection was still very hit and miss. But, the USB adapter offered more channel options than my old internal antenna and I was able to get much better connectivity by switching to 802.11ac in the adpater properties inside the device manager. This probably worked because it's a combination of newer technology and because there are not other nearby devices using this channel. To understand what channels can be used to improve your signal and how to switch them you need to look into 2.4GHz and 5Ghz and the different 802.11 channels (a/b/g/n/ac/x etc) also known as wifi 1, 2, 3, up to 7. What works for you can depend heavily on how your network and other nearby networks are set up and how many devices you have on each channel. The initial setup of the USB adpater was easy. I went to the website and downloaded the driver because I already had access to the internet on my tablet. If you don’t have internet on your device because you don’t have WiFi, the antenna conveniently comes with a CD that has the drivers. The difficulty I had is that even after adding the additional WiFi adapter, my tablet wanted to keep using the old one no matter what. But I learned that if you go to the WiFi symbol on your task bar and go into the WiFi options where you can choose a network to connect to, the very top shows the WiFi adapter you are using and it is actually a drop down menu where you can easily select the other adapter. I never knew this because I never had two WiFi adapters on a computer before. But this is nice because if I want I can easily switch back to the other adapter. I should note that my router is the same brand TP-Link, but I expect the WiFi adapter will work with fine with other routers. However, if you're trying to get maximum range and signal strength you will probably need a router that supports the same 802.11 channels as the USB WiFi adapter. Most new routers probably will but older ones might not.

I recently purchased the TP-Link AC600 USB Wi-Fi Adapter for my PC, and I couldn't be happier with its performance. This compact adapter delivers on its promise of long-range and lag-free connections. Upgrading my PC to the 802.11ac standard was seamless, and the difference in speed is noticeable. The Wi-Fi speeds are fantastic, providing up to 200 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and up to 433 Mbps on the 5 GHz band. Whether I'm surfing the web, gaming, or streaming videos, everything runs smoothly without any buffering or interruptions. The dual-band feature is a game-changer. It allows for flexible connectivity and ensures that my devices can take full advantage of the latest routers for faster speeds and extended range. The wireless security options, including WEP, WPA/WPA2, and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, give me peace of mind knowing that my connection is secure. One of the standout features is the 5dBi high-gain antenna, which significantly enhances both the reception and transmission of Wi-Fi signals. The adjustable, multi-directional antenna is a nice touch, allowing me to rotate it for the best possible performance based on my router's location. Compatibility was not an issue at all. This adapter supports a wide range of operating systems, including various versions of Windows (11/10/8.1/8/7/XP) and Mac OS (X, 10.9-10.14). Installing the drivers was straightforward, thanks to the easy-to-use interface and clear instructions on the TP-Link website. Overall, the TP-Link AC600 USB Wi-Fi Adapter is a fantastic investment. Its easy setup, robust performance, and enhanced features make it a top choice for anyone looking to upgrade their Wi-Fi experience. Highly recommended!

I have purchased this particular adapter multiple times for multiple PCs. For the most part, I honestly really like this little adapter. It doesn't need specific drivers for Windows 10/11 (Plug & Play), is USB 2.0 (no need to use one of my high speed ports), and does pretty well range and bandwidth wise. As my current internet setup does not break 500mbps up/down, I'm not too worried about losing any speed with this 2.0 adapter. My most recent purchase has a slightly more niche purpose: it is used for one of my gaming & streaming setups (in particular Stepmania; a Dance Dance Revolution clone). I decided to use a 10 foot USB 2.0 extension cable to run my adapter up towards the top of a doorframe, closer to my gateway. This ensures better streaming capability and signal. The game itself does use the adapter for doing check-ins so the game plays properly with this setup as well. I haven't had any issue with heat generation on this adapter. It might get a little warm but nothing worrying. The only issue I have is the adapter is a little chunky size-wise, and it doesn't feel like it wants to sit flush or snug in the USB port. For peace of mind, I do have some packaging tape holding the adapter in place connected to the extension port. Overall, I really do like this version compared to the USB 3.0 versions that are more common in the market today.

Excelente solución para conectar una de nuestras computadoras de manera inalámbrica al internet. Magnífica solución cuando una computadora carece de tarjeta Wi-Fi o cuando ésta se le haya dañado. La marca es muy buena, muy conocida y confiable para este tipo de conexión inalámbrica. Nos sirvió para conectar una computadora a nuestra Red en casa. Muy fácil de instalar y, sobre todo, proporciona una conexión muy estable y confiable a alta velocidad, tanto en la banda de 2.4 como en la de 5.0 Gbytes, a las que puede acceder de manera inteligente según la que pueda proporcionar una mejor conexión en el momento. Esta última característica fue clave para poder aprovechar nuestra conexión a internet mediante esas dos bandas. El rendimiento ha superado nuestras expectativas y ha contribuido, junto con un sistema de repetidores inalámbricos de señal, tipo Mesh de la misma marca, a que finalmente superemos el problema de disminución e inestabilidad de la señal de Internet en las partes de la casa más alejadas del módem. Existen muchos otros dispositivos de este tipo que son más baratos, pero esta experiencia nos ha confirmado que, a la larga, lo barato sale más caro. Con este equipo reemplazas un dispositivo más barato, de otra marca, pero muy poco eficiente y de velocidad de conexión muy inestable. Llegó antes de la fecha prometida, en buen estado, bien empacado y un instructivo de instalación tan breve como claro, aún para no expertos en cómputo como yo.

Does the trick. Connected easily, and 5GHz worked immediately.

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There is no dislike i love this product

Produto funcionando perfeitamente, entrega super rápido.