BrosTrend AC1200 Linux WiFi Adapter Long Range with 5dBi External Antennas

I received my device recently (~Feb 2022) and first installed it on a Raspberry Pi 4 (because they have USB3 ports) which was running the Buster (Lite) release. I did research installation prior to doing anything, and I find a few posts on the Raspberry Pi forums about some issues people had, and an alternative installer script I could use. However, I simply followed the instructions that came with the device, downloaded the installer script and that ran perfectly! I did add "dtoverlay=disable-wifi" to my /boot/config.txt file in order to disable the internal Raspberry Pi Wifi, although it should be possible to use both simultaneously. I have since re-imaged the same Pi with Raspberry Pi OS Bullseye Lite (32 bit) and again the installation was perfect. In this case I had already manually downloaded the .deb file and was able to use dpkg to install the package. It dealt with dependencies (e.g. kernel headers) automatically, and the .deb only contains source code (so it's architecture neutral... which is useful given that the Pi is ARM based) and is automatically compiled. I think installation took (very approximately) 10 minutes on my Pi 4, but mileage may vary! Also of note; the .deb installation adds an entry in apt sources so it should update itself should a newer driver appear. I've had this setup running 24x7 for about 3 days now and it's been great! I am a good distance from the router I've connected it to, so I'm not sure I actually get faster through-put, but it is certainly a very stable connection. Also, previous wifi dongles I've used have gone into a low-power mode after a period of inactivity which I've had to work-around... thus far, I've not experienced this with the BrosTrend device. Overall - I'm really happy with this!! :D

A good product, backed up with exceptional support. Works well with raspberry pi boards, both model 3 and model 4 boards I tested this with both of my raspberry pi boards. I followed the instructions posted on their web page Installation - linux.brostrend.com I used the alternate download instructions, as stated on that page The driver downloaded and installed first time. It took over 30 minutes, I just had to be patient. The results are impressive. The distance that the adapter can Tx and Rx to my router with good results is greatly increased. Note;- The standard wifi settings on the raspberry pi have to be changed in order for the board to stop using the built-in wifi on wlan0 and to get the board to switch over to its wlan1 ,when the USB-wifi adapter is working. I just had to add the following 1 line to the end of the file named “ dhcpcd.conf” , located in the “etc” folder ;- Type denyinterfaces wlan0 and save the file. It seems that the above command causes the raspberry pi board to stop using its default wlan0 and to automatically switch to using its wlan1 interface, which is where the adapter is working. What I found remarkable is the exceptional technical support that comes with this product. I sent request for support and ( to my great surprise ) I got an informative and helpful reply within 24 hours ! How often you get that level of support.

So .. I bought a Brostrend wifi6 adapter which said it is linux compatible and it did eventually work, but i had to download drivers and go through hassle. This one is TRULY linux compatible!, every distro i tried it with found it and made it jump into life. Raspberry Pi also got it straight away ... and LibreELEC ... No messing about, works out of the box. ALSO ... REALLY good range (impressive actually) I'd buy this again without thinking.

Good for the short term, but has some speed and reliability issues. You'll have a good enough connection for most uses but don't expect to hit your max internet speed. I've had some reliability issues, every few hours (at least once a day) the connection will get heavily throttled or drop out completely, most of the time coming back up within 30 seconds to a minute. I've switched to a more permanent PCIe card now, but since this is a quick plug and play USB adapter I'll be keeping it around as a backup in case I have another failing network interface in future.

Excellent, had trouble getting signal with standard wifi adaptor on linux, but after following instructions & installing this on linux mint it works a treat in what was a very poor/almost non existant signal area & gives a reliable stable connection.

Had some problems with this at first, but perfect customer service solved it immediately. I wish my future experiences with customer services would be like this one, bravo guys! WiFi dongle itself boosting signal perfectly, I'm using it on single board pc running Linux. From weak signal checked on speed test which was about 3 to 5Mbps jump to 130! Wow! Definitely recommend this dongle. Top notch.

Plug and play , works as it should with no issues so far .

Brilliant. I've had issues with wifi adaptors in the past with Linux compatibility. This worked straight away on a debian set up very happy. Also worked on windows 11 as a test.

Works great.

Con esta antena si funciona el WiFi. Fácil de configurar en Linux mint y en Windows funciona directamente.

Fué muy fácil de instalar, no tuve necesidad de hablar con soporte las mismas instrucciones, me funciona en Debian 11

I recently purchased the BrosTrend Linux WiFi Adapter, and I must say I am thoroughly impressed with its performance. This little device has made a significant difference in my overall computing experience, and I couldn't be happier. First and foremost, the installation was an absolute breeze. As someone who has struggled with setting up other WiFi adapters in the past, I was pleasantly surprised at how straightforward the process was. It seamlessly integrated with my Linux system, and within a matter of minutes, I was up and running with a stable and reliable internet connection. The signal strength and speed of this adapter are exceptional. I live in a large house with multiple walls and floors, and I was worried about the range and signal quality. However, the BrosTrend Linux WiFi Adapter has exceeded my expectations. It provides a strong and consistent connection throughout my home, and I no longer experience any lag or buffering when streaming or gaming. What's also worth noting is the compact and sleek design of this adapter. It's small enough to remain inconspicuous when plugged into my laptop, and it doesn't obstruct other USB ports. Plus, it doesn't get in the way when I'm on the move, making it perfect for both home and on-the-go use. I also appreciate the driver support for Linux. BrosTrend has done an excellent job ensuring that their product is compatible with a wide range of Linux distributions, which is a big plus for users like me who prefer open-source operating systems. Overall, the BrosTrend Linux WiFi Adapter has made a significant difference in my daily computing activities. It's reliable, fast, and hassle-free. If you're a Linux user looking to improve your wireless connectivity, I wholeheartedly recommend giving this adapter a try. It's a fantastic investment that will undoubtedly enhance your online experience.

all most everything good, i suggest users put direct to pc or laptop..dont use cord