About This Item
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Speed: 1200 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Adapter Type: Wireless
- Form Factor: External (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Antenna Type: Internal
- 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: NETGEAR
- Model Number: A6150-100PAS
- Product Name: Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter
- Color: Black
- Network
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s): Wireless-AC (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.)
- Data Link Protocol: IEEE 802.11b, 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.)
- Compatibility
- System Requirements: Microsoft Windows 7 / 8 / 10 (32/64 bits), Apple MacOS X 10.9 - 10.13 (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 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 606449140361
Upgrade home or office networks with this NETGEAR smart router. It delivers high-speed dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet connections for enhanced gaming and video streaming, and the external antennas improve coverage for larger spaces. This NETGEAR smart router works with the Nighthawk app for effortless operation and control via smartphones.
- Wireless-N technology: Delivers up to 300 Mbps data transfer rates for high-speed wireless access.
- Compatible with draft 802.11n: Backward compatible with 802.11b/g/ac networks for versatile use.
- External network adapter for wireless devices: So you can connect an additional device.
Whats Included
- NETGEAR Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter
Product Manuals
Q: What kind of antennas does this adapter have?
A: This adapter has internal antennas.
Q: Which operating systems are compatible with this adapter?
A: This adapter is compatible with Microsoft Windows 7, 8, and 10 (both 32 and 64 bit), and Apple MacOS X versions 10.9 through 10.13.
Q: Does this adapter work with older Wi-Fi standards?
A: Yes, it is backward compatible with 802.11b/g/ac networks.
Q: How is this adapter connected to a device?
A: This is an external USB adapter.
Q: What is the maximum Wi-Fi speed this adapter can provide?
A: This NETGEAR adapter can provide up to 1200 megabits per second Wi-Fi speed.
Q: My laptop doesn’t have a cd rom drive…what do i do?
A: You will need a computer that is on the internet and a USB flash drive. On the computer with internet, plug in the USB flash drive and then download the drivers from Netgear's website for this exact model. Then copy those drivers to the USB flash drive. Now you can plug this USB flash drive into the computer you are setting up the WiFi adapter on and install the drivers.
Q: So does this plug directly into a USB port on your PC? And then you connect to internet that way?
A: Yes !! very easy! you use the CD to install the drive on your computer and then plug in the WIFI connector to a USB port preferably on the back of your PC! When you do, the PC should recognize the added device and install the drive successfully. You can then sign onto your Wifi connection. You have to already have a wifi service to use this item, But it will work successfully in a great range. Even on the older computers running Windows 7 or windows 10,
A: You should be able to print from your computer to your PC over your home network (aka internet) even if your PC does not have WiFi. As long as the PC and the printer are connected to the same network (aka home internet), the method used to connect to the network doesn't matter (ie. ethernet cable vs WiFi). All you need to do is make sure the ethernet cable on your PC is connected to your WiFi router. Your PC will be able to find the printer on your home network and still print to it even if the PC is connected via ethernet cable.
NETGEAR - Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter - Black
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Customers are positive about the easy setup, small size, plug-and-play functionality, wireless capability, price, and strong signal of the Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter. They appreciate how simple it is to install and use, with many noting its compact design and reliable connection. However, some customers have concerns about driver compatibility, range, and occasional connection issues.
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| Pros for NETGEAR - Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Size, Performance, Speed, Wireless | Speed, Ease of use, WiFi | Ease of use, Speed, Size, Performance, Connectivity | Speed, Ease of use, WiFi, Range, Installation |
| Cons for NETGEAR - Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter - Black | |||
| Compatibility, Lag, Software | There were no cons for this product— | Heat | There were no cons for this product— |
