About This Item
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1170 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Wireless Standard: AC (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Adapter Type: Wireless
- Form Factor: USB Nano (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Antenna Type: Internal
- Frequency: 2.4GHz Digital, 5.0 GHz (A measurement of the electromagnetic radio waves a device emits.)
- USB Generation: USB 2.0 (The specification (generation) of the USB standard. Generations are backwards compatible with previous specifications (provided that those devices have the necessary adapter to accommodate the connection type).)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 5 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: USB-AC53 NANO
- Product Name: USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 USB Network Adapter
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: false
- Network
- Quality Of Service (QoS) Traffic Prioritization: false (Allows a user to manage a device's network performance by configuring the types of traffic that receive top priority for transmission. High priority functions and applications receive maximum network performance, while low priority traffic receives minimum performance.)
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s): Wireless-AC, Wireless-N (The wireless networking standard(s) the device is backwards compatible with. This includes networking protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 standard (alphabetically ascending) and the Wi-Fi Alliance standard (numerically ascending), both of which provide high-throughput wireless local area networks (WLANs). Devices designed to work with specific standard(s) will be backwards compatible with previous versions but may not run at optimal performance when using earlier iterations.)
- Attached Antenna: false
- Data Link Protocol: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac (The protocol used for transferring data between network nodes within the data link layer of computer networking.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 5 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Ports
- Number Of Ports: 0
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: USB 2.0 Host Interface (The software that a product must have for it to be able to integrate with another product.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.3 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 0.6 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 0.8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.01125 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 Year Limited
- Warranty - Labor: 2 Year Limited
- Other
- UPC: 889349519080
ASUS USB-AC53 Nano USB Wi-Fi Adapter delivers an instant Plug and Play providing 802.11ac Wi-Fi standard for desktops and laptops. The dual-band wireless AC1200 USB adapter features 2.4GHz and 5GHz connectivity coupled with MU-MIMO technology.
- Connects directly to a USB port: Plugs directly into a standard USB 2.0 port.
- Dual-band 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz wireless operating frequency: For reduced interference and improved signal clarity.
- Speed: Delivers up to 1.17 Gbps data transfer rates.
- USB MU-MIMO Wi-Fi adaptor: Wi-Fi 5 that complies with 802.11ac standards.
- Video and gaming streaming: Dual-band support gives you smooth 4K UHD streaming and low latency gaming.
- USB Nano form factor: Wi-Fi in a nano-sized package that's small enough to leave plugged in!
Whats Included
- USB-AC53 NANO
- Support CD
- Warranty Card
Product Manuals
Q: What is the form factor of this adapter?
A: It comes in a USB Nano form factor, small enough to be left plugged in.
Q: Which wireless standards are supported by this adapter?
A: The ASUS USB-AC53 NANO supports 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) and is backward compatible with 802.11b/a/g/n networks.
Q: What are the PC system requirements for this adapter?
A: You need a PC running Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10.
Q: What is the purpose of MU-MIMO technology in this adapter?
A: It's a Wi-Fi 5 feature that enhances network efficiency when multiple devices are connected.
Q: Does this adapter support dual-band connectivity?
A: Yes, it offers dual-band connectivity with 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz frequencies.
Q: How is this adapter connected to a computer?
A: It connects directly to a standard USB 2.0 port.
Q: What is the maximum data transfer rate of this network adapter?
A: This network adapter delivers up to 1.17 Gbps data transfer rates.
Q: Is this adapter suitable for streaming and gaming?
A: Yes, its dual-band support ensures smooth 4K UHD streaming and low latency gaming.
ASUS - USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 USB Network Adapter - Black
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Customers appreciate the USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 USB Network Adapter's ease of use, compact size, and performance. Positive feedback also highlights its connectivity, strong signal, and relatively easy installation. Many found the price reasonable, and some noted a decent range. A small number of users reported the adapter becoming warm during use.
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| Pros for ASUS - USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 USB Network Adapter - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Speed, Size, Performance, Connectivity | Speed, Ease of use, WiFi, Range, Installation | Ease of use, Range, Bluetooth, Compatibility, Connection | Speed, Ease of use, WiFi |
| Cons for ASUS - USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 USB Network Adapter - Black | |||
| Heat | There were no cons for this product— | Latency, Signal Strength, Driver Issues | There were no cons for this product— |
