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Alfa AWUSO36NH High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter

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Brand Alfa
Hardware Interface USB
Color Silver
Compatible Devices Laptop
Data Transfer Rate 150 Megabits Per Second
Item Weight 6.4 ounces
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Customer Ratings
Easy to install
4.4
3.8
4.4
4.6
4.0
4.1
WiFi signal
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.3
4.2
Tech Support
3.8
3.8
4.0
3.9
4.0
Value for money
4.1
4.1
4.1
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data transfer rate
150 megabits per second
867 megabits per second
150 megabits per second
433 megabytes per second
433 megabits per second
1200 megabits per second
data link protocol
USB
USB
IEEE 802.11ac
IEEE 802.11ac
USB
USB
hardware interface
usb
usb3.0 c
usb
usb
usb
usb3.0 c
operating system
8 . 1,Mac Os,Operating System,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista
8 . 1,Linux,Operating System,Windows 10,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista,Windows Xp
Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10, MX LInux, Manjaro, Linux Mint, Ubuntu, Lubuntu, OpenSUSE, RedHat, Fedora, CentOS, Kali Linux, Raspbian
Linux,Windows,Windows 10
8 . 1,Linux,Mac,Vista,Windows,Windows Xp
weight
0.4 pounds
0.26 kilograms
0.08 kilograms
80 grams
0.57 pounds

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
580 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of installation, compatibility, signal quality and performance of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they mention it works well, it extends the range of reliable connectivity and that it works perfectly with Kali Linux. Opinions are mixed on quality.

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130 customers mention115 positive15 negative

Customers like the performance of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they say it works well, runs perfectly, and gets the job done. Some mention that the driver on the disk works fine. That said, they're happy with the adapter and its capabilities. Some say that the adaptor works better than their internal WiFi and that the antenna is good.

"...The driver on the disk works fine for this one, had trouble with the original 36H model...." Read more

"...I bought this mostly to pentest with Backtrack 4, and it works great with it...." Read more

"...This is a very good wifi antenna, I also only use the 5 dbi, the 9 dbi is not going to improve your signal at all, speaking from experience, so..." Read more

"...AWUSO36NHA- Authentications works well and packet injection is fast (4-8 pin/sec) however reaver sticks due to adapter random disconnection..." Read more

95 customers mention69 positive26 negative

Customers like the signal quality of the network interface controller adapter. They say it has excellent signal strength, is simple to install, and is great for getting better signal if you're in a high population area or apartment. The wireless connection speeds have greatly improved, and it extends the range of reliable connectivity. The throughput of the adapter is amazing, and can get longer ranges and faster speeds when used with 802.11n standard. Customers are also happy with the card, and say it's recommended for network penetration testers.

"...is only at 50% and I am getting 9 Mbps download on Speedtest.net, no lag issues and am even picking up on other G networks that I hadn't been able..." Read more

"...whereas this AWUS036NH is 802.11n standard and can get longer ranges and faster speeds when used with 802.11n standard access points...." Read more

"...No loss but little or no gain. Time will tell otherwise it works just great...." Read more

"...that is, the awuso36nha provided a stable connection with good transfer speed even though it Gives A 1 TO 2 bars signal strength...." Read more

27 customers mention22 positive5 negative

Customers find the installation process of the network interface controller adapter to be simple and easy. They mention that it works great on Vista and Ubuntu 11.04, and has plug-and-play support. Some say that the USB wireless adapter installs easily and without error, and is up and running in about 15 minutes.

"...In my book, this product is worth every penny! It's easy to install. I have it on both windows 7 and XP Pro...." Read more

"...Works great on Vista and plug and play support on Ubuntu 11.04..." Read more

"...The Alfa device installed very easily - I used the downloaded driver from their website, and ran the install program, choosing the option to install..." Read more

"...This unit installed quickly, was up and running in about 15 minutes. The software guided me through set as it should have...." Read more

26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the network interface controller adapter. They say it's a great buy, with good value overall.

"...In my book, this product is worth every penny! It's easy to install. I have it on both windows 7 and XP Pro...." Read more

"...Great value for the money with this adapter." Read more

"...Well worth the money and it does what it claims. Very happy with my purchase and the service was outstanding and prompt by email." Read more

"Good range for the price. This thing has done everything I've wanted it to and is great for network testing...." Read more

8 customers mention6 positive2 negative

Customers like the compatibility of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they say it works with Kali Linux right out of the box, flawlessly, and without the need to install any additional drivers. Some mention that it works perfectly with Linux through virtual box.

"...A very powerful card, worked perfectly with kali linux no need to install any additional drivers...." Read more

"...adapter installed on Windows 10 without issue and works with Linux through virtual box. Also noticeably increased the range of my home wifi." Read more

"...Windows doesn't recognize, Linux doesn't recognize. This guy is selling us bricks for 30 dollars...." Read more

"...Packet injection works flawlessly, and it's fully compatible with Kali Linux. I easily pick up about 4-6 more APs than my internal card...." Read more

24 customers mention16 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the adapter. Some mention it's a fantastic adapter with high sensitivity and is the best USB wifi adapter for studying wireless penetration testing. However, others say that it doesn't hold up to expectations, is not as good as advertised, and has poor quality.

"...One thing for sure with this adapter it is very durable...." Read more

"...not work well all the time with the R36 - I saw some very flaky results using them together, even making sure they are set to very different channels..." Read more

"...the performance jump was breathtaking, about 30% faster, and much more stable." Read more

"...Great little adapter. I did have to cover up the activity light on my HTPC adapter as it was very distracting while watching movies in the dark." Read more

6 customers mention4 positive2 negative

Customers are mixed about the drivers for the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it works amazing with Linux and there are no drivers to load. However, others say that they have not been able to find drivers for both operating systems.

"...No drivers to load and no setup required." Read more

"No driver support since 2007, no way to use this device. Windows doesn't recognize, Linux doesn't recognize...." Read more

"...just plunged it in to my Pi 3 no problems at all! also comes with drivers for ubuntu and other OS's." Read more

"I love it. Works amazing with Linux and you don't need drivers." Read more

7 customers mention0 positive7 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the 5GHz performance of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that the speed goes down a lot, the download speeds are less than 1mbps, and the range drops off fast after about 250ft.

"...out on a good signal, but with weaker signals, sometimes the speed goes down a lot, for instance, 15KB/s, whereas the network can go about 900KB/..." Read more

"...It is slow and out dated. Most new devices can be put in listening/monitor mode, packet injection...." Read more

"...Only con is no 5ghz but I honestly don't use that. I get super fast speeds on 2.4 anyways." Read more

"...My download speeds are less than 1mbps if I use 2.4ghz. Saying all of that, this dongle does me no good due to those issues." Read more

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