--- product_id: 256525679 title: "ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N" brand: "alfa network" price: "£0.94" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256525679-alfa-network-long-range-dual-band-ac1200-wireless-usb-3 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Dual-Band 2.4/5GHz USB 3.0 Super-Fast Interface AC1200 Speeds up to 867Mbps ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N **Brand:** alfa network **Price:** £0.94 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 📡 Elevate your Wi-Fi game — connect faster, farther, smarter! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N by alfa network - **How much does it cost?** £0.94 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256525679-alfa-network-long-range-dual-band-ac1200-wireless-usb-3) ## Best For - alfa network enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted alfa network brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** USB 3.0 interface ensures lightning-fast data transfer with effortless setup. - • **Next-Level AC1200 Speeds:** Experience turbocharged wireless with up to 867Mbps on 5GHz and 300Mbps on 2.4GHz. - • **Enterprise-Grade Security:** Stay protected with robust WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption standards. - • **Blazing Dual-Band Connectivity:** Seamlessly switch between 2.4GHz and 5GHz for ultimate speed and range. - • **Customizable Antenna Flexibility:** Two removable 5dBi antennas let you optimize signal strength or upgrade for extended range. ## Overview The ALFA Network AWUS036AC is a compact, high-performance dual-band AC1200 USB Wi-Fi adapter featuring 2 removable 5dBi antennas, delivering up to 867Mbps on 5GHz and 300Mbps on 2.4GHz. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, it offers USB 3.0 connectivity for ultra-fast data transfer and supports advanced wireless security protocols, making it ideal for professionals demanding reliable, long-range wireless performance. ## Description Incredible Performance from 2 Dual-Band Antennas Alfa's AWUS036AC is designed for those with a serious need for wireless Internet speed. Its 2x dual-band antenna (2.4GHz / 5GHz) setup lets you connect to AC networks at a tire-burning 867Mbps and to N networks up to a whopping 300Mbps. As the new wireless draft 802.11ac technology was developed to optimize the handling of heavy data transfer demands like video streaming and large files syncing, the AWUS036AC is the ultimate tool for taking advantage of the next wave in wireless connectivity. Yet, despite all its power and speed, this little Alfa comes in a really small form factor akin to a USB thumb drive. Removable Rubber Duck Antennas for Powerful Flexibility The AWUS036AC ships with 2 detachable 5dBi dual-band dipole antennas. While these are powerful in their own right, the RP-SMA female antenna port can accept antenna upgrades to boost your wireless range and signal even more. Once your antenna of choice is connected, this turns into a standalone Wi-Fi receiver that puts the connected world at your fingertips. Alfa is also seriously invested in your privacy, it includes support for enterprise class wireless security WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK. No Introductions Are Needed Whether you're using a desktop, laptop or a netbook, the Alfa AWUS036AC requires no more than a USB port. Slide it in, install the Utility, and Connect to your network. The USB 3.0 interface keeps the connection to your computer strong and snappy at super transfer speeds of 5Gbps. Best of all, the Alfa measures just 85mm x 26mm x 12mm and weighs in at a super-light 25 grams so that it goes anywhere you do and brings wireless wonder along. It also by far outperforms the wireless cards that are built into newer laptops, and enhances both the range and signal quality at longer distances. Review: This product is very good for pentesters it helps every single programs and windows Linux and security testing features with it. Review: Got this product delivered very quickly. Now all the computers and laptops in the house are connected via WiFi. Bought this USB WiFi adapter for its range, as my wireless router is 2 floors away, and in the diagonal position through the structure of the house. it's very easy to set up. Just installed the driver and plugged in this adapter, and hey, it worked on the first connect. Reception signal reading is much than the laptop and two other USB adapters without the big antennas. So now I can crank down a bit of the transmission power of my wireless router and still keep computers in all rooms connected without any issue. Recommend it (generally with big antennas) if you need to get reception through several floor and walls. Hey if you still have issues getting signal, the flexible antennas are there for a reason. Imagine a huge donut shape radio transmission cloud around the antenna, and make sure your wireless router is in the cloud. Hope this helps. ## Features - Amazing Data Transfer Speeds: N 300Mbps, AC 867Mbps - Supported Standard's: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11N, 802.11ac - Wide Range: Includes 2 Dual-Band (2.4GHz / 5GHz) Removable 5dBi Rubber Duck Antennas - Supports Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8.1, Mac 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10 & Linux - Wireless Security: WEP 64-Bit, WEP 128-Bit, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00MX57AO4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #63,410 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #507 in USB Computer Network Adapters | | Brand | ALFA Network | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, Netbook, Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8.1, Mac 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, Linux | | Compatible Operating System Family | Windows | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (1,809) | | Data Link Protocol | USB | | Data Transfer Rate | 300 Megabits Per Second | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00613635623584 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.5L x 2.6W x 1.2H centimeters | | Item Weight | 25 Grams | | Manufacturer | ALFA Network | | Mfr Part Number | AWUS036AC | | Model Number | AWUS036AC | | UPC | 613635623584 989898877362 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ALFA Network - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop, Netbook, Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8.1, Mac 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, Linux - **Hardware interface:** USB - **Product dimensions:** 8.5L x 2.6W x 1.2H centimeters ## Images ![ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51A9ri7hfHL.jpg) ![ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61e3hAzh4zL.jpg) ![ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61cNFNlhMkL.jpg) ![ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51cUz3PLdIL.jpg) ![ALFA Network Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Nzx1ZLgEL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would this card be good for professional/study pentest use? Good range, packet injection, Linux support out of the box on Kali/BT/Backbox?** A: I had no issues getting it to run with Ubuntu (14 and 16 XFCE). No driver install needed. Range is fantastic, but I haven't done any custom drivers for packet sniffing/injection. My guess is it'd be just as good as any other adapter. **Q: Does it support windows 10?** A: I have updated windows 8.1 to windows 10 and yes it does support windows 10! **Q: Will this item strengthen my wireless connection-- as my computer is very long distance from landlord's router? It's clear across the 1/4 acre land.** A: Yes it will, I use it all the time around my land 1/4 acre land=105ft. If you are not at the same level of your neighbor it can affect the signal as well as the wall of both house and also the type of accessories use in both house like microwave oven other type of phone etc. If you are sharing internet ask you neighbor to place the router beside a window in line with yours. I also did a test with one bigger antenna that I had on my router and place it on this antenna and it was even better but I have only one so I had to tape the base. **Q: Is there a driver available for Mac OS 10.10? or will there be one available? As I will keep upgrading my mac, I need to be sure this will still work!** A: Email support requesting the drivers. They probably have them, but are too lazy to publish them publicly. I emailed Alfa Network and they gave me a SourceForge page they maintain for all their latest drivers and software. If you request it they will put it on SourceForge or alfa.com.twBe an empowered consumer please. I emailed them already, you NEED to do the same.USE LINK >>> http://www.alfa.com.tw/contact.phpChoose >>> support@afla.com.twChoose >>> Indoor WirelessRequest >>> Mac OSX 10.10 Yosemite driversFor All Other Drivers for Alfa Network products or other OS's:http://sourceforge.net/projects/alfanetwork/files/Driver ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***S on 10 November 2023* This product is very good for pentesters it helps every single programs and windows Linux and security testing features with it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by T***M on 3 December 2014* Got this product delivered very quickly. Now all the computers and laptops in the house are connected via WiFi. Bought this USB WiFi adapter for its range, as my wireless router is 2 floors away, and in the diagonal position through the structure of the house. it's very easy to set up. Just installed the driver and plugged in this adapter, and hey, it worked on the first connect. Reception signal reading is much than the laptop and two other USB adapters without the big antennas. So now I can crank down a bit of the transmission power of my wireless router and still keep computers in all rooms connected without any issue. Recommend it (generally with big antennas) if you need to get reception through several floor and walls. Hey if you still have issues getting signal, the flexible antennas are there for a reason. Imagine a huge donut shape radio transmission cloud around the antenna, and make sure your wireless router is in the cloud. Hope this helps. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by V***R on 28 February 2023* Excelente antena ## Frequently Bought Together - Alfa Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps - 802.11ac & A, B, G, N - ALFA Network AWUS036ACS Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC600 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported - ALFA Network AWUS036ACM Long-Range Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC1200 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256525679-alfa-network-long-range-dual-band-ac1200-wireless-usb-3](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/256525679-alfa-network-long-range-dual-band-ac1200-wireless-usb-3) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*