BrosTrend 650Mbps Linux WiFi Adapter Supports Kali Linux, Ubuntu, Mint, Debian, Kubuntu, Lubuntu, MATE, Zorin, PureOS, Raspberry Pi 2+, Windows, etc, Dual Band USB WiFi Dongle Long Range Wi-Fi Antenna
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BrosTrend 650Mbps Linux WiFi Adapter Supports Kali Linux, Ubuntu, Mint, Debian, Kubuntu, Lubuntu, MATE, Zorin, PureOS, Raspberry Pi 2+, Windows, etc, Dual Band USB WiFi Dongle Long Range Wi-Fi Antenna

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Product ID: 48369934
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Details

  • Brand
    BrosTrend
  • Hardware interface
    USB 2.0
  • Colour
    Black
  • Compatible devices
    Desktop laptop
  • Product dimensions
    5L x 1.9W x
  • Data link protocol
    IEEE 802.11ac
📡Long Range Antenna
📶650Mbps Speed
🖥️Multi-OS Support

Description

🚀 Elevate Your Connectivity Game!

  • EXTENDED RANGE - Equipped with a 5dBi antenna for superior Wi-Fi coverage and stability, no more dead zones!
  • USER FRIENDLY DESIGN - Plug-and-play functionality ensures easy setup, so you can connect and go in seconds.
  • ULTIMATE CONNECTIVITY - Experience seamless online streaming and gaming with dual-band speeds of up to 650Mbps.
  • VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY - Supports a wide range of Linux distributions and Windows, making it the perfect choice for tech enthusiasts.
  • FUTURE PROOF PERFORMANCE - Stay ahead with guaranteed software updates and compatibility with the latest Wi-Fi standards.

The BrosTrend 650Mbps Linux WiFi Adapter is a high-performance dual-band USB dongle designed for seamless connectivity across multiple operating systems, including various Linux distributions and Windows. With speeds up to 650Mbps and a long-range 5dBi antenna, it ensures stable connections for streaming, gaming, and more. Its compact design and easy setup make it an ideal choice for both casual users and tech-savvy professionals.

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Specifications

BrandBrosTrend
Product Dimensions5 x 1.91 x 0.71 cm; 4.54 g
Item model numberAC5L-Linux-Upgraded
ManufacturerBrosTrend
SeriesAC5L Linux USB WiFi Adapter
ColourBlack
Form FactorWireless Adapter
Connectivity TypeWi-Fi
Wireless Type5.8 GHz Radio Frequency, 802.11a/b/g/n, 2.4 GHz Radio Frequency
Number of USB 2.0 Ports1
Voltage5 Volts
Wattage40.00
Operating SystemSupports Linux Kernels up to 6.7; Ubuntu 23.10~16.04 (all flavors), Raspberry Pi OS 12~8, Debian 12~8, Linux Mint 21~18, LMDE 6~1, Kali Linux, Pop!_OS, Zorin OS, elementary OS, MX Linux and More
Are Batteries IncludedNo
Item Weight4.54 g
Guaranteed software updates untilunknown

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Reviews

4.3

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G**W

Worked out of the box on my Linux system

The adapter come with a small installation guide, which at first reading made me think I would need to install a driver for use with my Ubuntu (24.02) system. I couldn't find one that matched the adapter, when searching by model number. However, after plugging it in to my PC, it just worked after a normal Ubuntu update. Speeds were very good (as fast as the USB ports on my aging PC would allow).

C**D

Great buy

Great rage and Linux compatibility

U**N

Works well with Linux

I've tried the adapter on a few machines now, it worked on Windows instantly with plug & play. I then tried it on Garuda Linux (Arch) and using the command they provide, the drivers were installed and working in under a minute. I also noticed very little difference in network speeds compared to my ethernet cable.However, the one complaint I do have is that the antenna feels a bit rattle-y and loose, and the biggest problem is the turning angles. Unfortunately, you cannot turn the antenna any way you like which is a bit of a problem depending on how your setup is structured.Finally, I tried this on a Raspberry PI 1B despite the description stating it is only for 2+, when installing drivers it seemed that the progress had stopped indefinitely, however, after communicating with Alkis from tech support, he was very helpful and explained why these lower models are not listed in the description and the reason it seemed stuck.It turned out that the compilation of the driver would take several hours on such low hardware, it ended up taking roughly 5 hours. After installing the drivers however, the WIFI adaptor works completely fine except that it can't be used to its full potential because it is being bottle necked by the RPI's hardware.

K**N

painless linux instal, Great Support

In the past, I've had problems getting a USB WiFi device working on Linux. This device came as a welcome change. Not wanting to be forced to buy a new machine to run Windows 11 I switched to Linux Mint. Due to past experience, I searched for a USB Adapter that offered Linux drivers, and this device seemed to fit the bill. I installed the Windows driver to try it out and then installed Linux. Before going through the procedure to download and install the drivers, I plugged the device into a USB socket. Linux found it immediately, and a wireless connection was available. It was easier to install on Linux than it was on Windows.I had a problem with the antenna, which I couldn't get to rotate. The reply from the support desk came the next day and encouraged me to use a little more force, and it worked fine.

F**H

Simple and fast with Ubuntu 24.04

Installation involves downloading and running a script. No questions were asked. The link was live immediately and I'm getting 434 Mb/s over a 5.18 GHz link. My only quibble is that the antenna doesn't rotate so, if you have horizontally orientated USB ports, your antenna will also be horizontal. Of course, it's easily fixed with a USB extension cable.

E**N

Very difficult to install drivers on kali linux

Even though I managed to install the drivers in kali which is a hell of work (the chipset is not a universal plug and play). I was disappointed to the fact that it does not support monitor mode as some people said on the reviews (running kali on a vm in windows 11) so I’m returning it.

G**R

Works in Kali

Works on my macbook air running Kali linux no drivers required, it was plug and play.Seems to go into monitor mode as well.I was very impressed as the last one I had was a pain to get working!

C**M

Excellent product worked straight out the box with Linux

Having recently switched to Linux I have had lots of problems with Wi-Fi dongles. This one worked straight out of the box on Linux (Zorin 17.2 core). It connected to my phone's Wi-Fi hotspot on 5 gigahertz on channels 36 + 42 ( something none of the other dongles could do). I have an unlimited data plan for £18 a month and I'm getting 100 Mbs + download and 50Mbs+ upload speeds on 4G. So very happy, particularly at the speed and ease with which this product was installed and worked.

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