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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for desktop wifi adapter.

If you're looking for a way to get Wi-Fi connectivity in a room of your house that doesn't have it (or if you want to add an extra access point), a desktop Wi-Fi adapter is a perfect solution. They're compact, inexpensive, and easy to set up, and they can be moved from room to room as needed. Browse the top-ranked list of desktop WiFi adapters below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. NETGEAR - AC600 Dual-Band WiFi USB Mini Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Wireless Desktop!...This amazing little adapter was able to make one of my desktops which I couldn't keep plugged into the ethernet cable wireless. ...Great wifi adapter...Great price size and brand for wifi adapter that can make any desktop go wireless"

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    Product Description

    The NETGEAR AC600 WiFi Dual Band Adapter wirelessly connects your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for applications such as lag-free, HD streams throughout your home, online gaming and a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. It is compatible with next generation WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices. The AC600 WiFi Adapter delivers speeds up to 150/433 Mbps and dual band WiFi technology reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices.
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    "Wireless Desktop!...This amazing little adapter was able to make one of my desktops which I couldn't keep plugged into the ethernet cable wireless. ...Great wifi adapter...Great price size and brand for wifi adapter that can make any desktop go wireless"

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    The NETGEAR AC600 WiFi Dual Band Adapter wirelessly connects your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for applications such as lag-free, HD streams throughout your home, online gaming and a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. It is compatible with next generation WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices. The AC600 WiFi Adapter delivers speeds up to 150/433 Mbps and dual band WiFi technology reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices.
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    Your price for this item is $44.99
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    The regular price is $49.99
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  2. NETGEAR - AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Beautifully designed desktop wifi card...Best desktop wireless card! Top speeds with xfinity!...This great gadget gave my old desktop Wi-Fi capability. Simple to install, it works like a charm. "

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    Product Description

    The NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter with high-gain antennas provides 3x faster access than USB 2.0. Wirelessly connect your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for applications such as lag-free, multiple HD streams throughout your home.
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    Top comment

    "Beautifully designed desktop wifi card...Best desktop wireless card! Top speeds with xfinity!...This great gadget gave my old desktop Wi-Fi capability. Simple to install, it works like a charm. "

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    Product Description

    The NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter with high-gain antennas provides 3x faster access than USB 2.0. Wirelessly connect your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for applications such as lag-free, multiple HD streams throughout your home.
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    Your price for this item is $51.99
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    The regular price is $64.99
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  3. NETGEAR - Nighthawk AC1900 Dual-Band WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter - Black - Angle_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Desktop WiFi...This makes my desktop so much easier to locate wherever we want it now that wifi is functional, versus internet cable only....This was a great solution to upgrade My desktop WiFi performance."

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    Product Description

    NETGEAR Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi USB 3.0 adapter wirelessly connects your laptop or desktop computer to the next-gen 802.11ac technology with WiFi speeds up to 1.9Gbps. Connect the adapter to a USB 3.0 port and is compatible with next generation WiFi devices and compatible with 802.11ac/n and all legacy WiFi devices.
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    Top comment

    "Desktop WiFi...This makes my desktop so much easier to locate wherever we want it now that wifi is functional, versus internet cable only....This was a great solution to upgrade My desktop WiFi performance."

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    NETGEAR Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi USB 3.0 adapter wirelessly connects your laptop or desktop computer to the next-gen 802.11ac technology with WiFi speeds up to 1.9Gbps. Connect the adapter to a USB 3.0 port and is compatible with next generation WiFi devices and compatible with 802.11ac/n and all legacy WiFi devices.
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    Your price for this item is $73.99
    The previous price was $84.99
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  4. NETGEAR - Dual-Band Wireless-AC USB Network Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "It is a great product for changing your desktop sy...The Netgear network adapter worked great on my desktop. I definitely recommend it for those switch to switch from online desktop to a Wi-Fi system...This was such a perfect gadget when I needed to run my pc on Wi-Fi that didn’t have a Wi-Fi adapter. Setup is easy"

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    Product Description

    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.
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    Top comment

    "It is a great product for changing your desktop sy...The Netgear network adapter worked great on my desktop. I definitely recommend it for those switch to switch from online desktop to a Wi-Fi system...This was such a perfect gadget when I needed to run my pc on Wi-Fi that didn’t have a Wi-Fi adapter. Setup is easy"

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    Product Description

    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.
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    Your price for this item is $39.99
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  5. Linksys - AC1200 Dual-Band USB 3.0 Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Wi Fi adapter....I bought it to make my desktop wireless but was unable to make it work, But im probably not doing something right. ...Desktop wifi...Needed to hookup 2 desktops in hurry on wifi. Worked great"

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    Product Description

    This Linksys WUSB6300 USB 3.0 adapter enables you to connect your computer to a wireless-AC network, so you can easily stream high-definition video and enjoy high-speed gaming. The WPA-TKIP, WPA2, and WEP protocols help keep data private.
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    Top comment

    "Wi Fi adapter....I bought it to make my desktop wireless but was unable to make it work, But im probably not doing something right. ...Desktop wifi...Needed to hookup 2 desktops in hurry on wifi. Worked great"

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    Product Description

    This Linksys WUSB6300 USB 3.0 adapter enables you to connect your computer to a wireless-AC network, so you can easily stream high-definition video and enjoy high-speed gaming. The WPA-TKIP, WPA2, and WEP protocols help keep data private.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99
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  6. ASUS - USBBT500 Bluetooth Smart Ready USB adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Asus USBBT500 Bluetooth Adapter...The adapter comes up. I connected by wireless earbuds to my desktop computer for speaker and microphone use. ...USB Wireless Wi-Fi...Great USB wireless Wi-Fi adapter works well so far know drops in services"

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    Product Description

    The USB-BT500 is a Bluetooth Smart Ready USB adapter with new Bluetooth 5 capabilities. USB-BT500 enables wireless connectivity with a wide range of devices and enjoy up to 2X-faster transmit speeds and 4X-greater range. Slot ASUS USB-BT500 into your PC for an instant upgrade to the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology and enjoy up to 2X-faster transmit speeds and 4X-greater range. Enabling Bluetooth on your PC lets you enjoy the convenience and freedom of wireless connectivity with a wide range of devices, including speakers, headphones and game controllers. The ultra-small USB-BT500 comes with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, which lets you enjoy energy-saving connectivity. In dual mode, USB-BT500 maintains full backward compatibility with Bluetooth 4.x, 3.x, and 2.1. Bluetooth Low Energy technology for energy-saving wireless connectivity. Highly portable and easy to use.
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    Top comment

    "Asus USBBT500 Bluetooth Adapter...The adapter comes up. I connected by wireless earbuds to my desktop computer for speaker and microphone use. ...USB Wireless Wi-Fi...Great USB wireless Wi-Fi adapter works well so far know drops in services"

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    Product Description

    The USB-BT500 is a Bluetooth Smart Ready USB adapter with new Bluetooth 5 capabilities. USB-BT500 enables wireless connectivity with a wide range of devices and enjoy up to 2X-faster transmit speeds and 4X-greater range. Slot ASUS USB-BT500 into your PC for an instant upgrade to the latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology and enjoy up to 2X-faster transmit speeds and 4X-greater range. Enabling Bluetooth on your PC lets you enjoy the convenience and freedom of wireless connectivity with a wide range of devices, including speakers, headphones and game controllers. The ultra-small USB-BT500 comes with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, which lets you enjoy energy-saving connectivity. In dual mode, USB-BT500 maintains full backward compatibility with Bluetooth 4.x, 3.x, and 2.1. Bluetooth Low Energy technology for energy-saving wireless connectivity. Highly portable and easy to use.
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    Your price for this item is $17.99
    The previous price was $19.99
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  7. ASUS - Dual-Band WiFi 6 AX1800 USB Network Adapter – Black - Black - Front_Zoom

    Product Description

    Achieve blazing online speeds with this ASUS NANO wireless adapter. It offers selectable 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands for a clearer signal, and its built-in 2x2 patch antennas increase the signal's range for better network coverage. This ASUS NANO wireless adapter includes a clip to attach it to notebook computers and a cradle with a long USB cord for desktop use.
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    Product Description

    Achieve blazing online speeds with this ASUS NANO wireless adapter. It offers selectable 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands for a clearer signal, and its built-in 2x2 patch antennas increase the signal's range for better network coverage. This ASUS NANO wireless adapter includes a clip to attach it to notebook computers and a cradle with a long USB cord for desktop use.
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    Your price for this item is $49.99
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  8. Insignia™ - Bluetooth 5.0 USB Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom

    Model: NS-PA3BT5A2B22
    SKU: 6500986
    Top comment

    "Who would’ve known a Bluetooth adapter could work this smooth. I have multiple desktops connected via Bluetooth and this simplified the tech for a seamless flow between everything. ...Great adapter...Was able to use it to connect my wireless mouse to my pc"

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    Product Description

    Give your computer access to your Bluetooth devices with this Insignia NS-PA3BT5A2B22 Bluetooth 5.0 USB Adapter. Compatible with Windows 8.1, 10 and 11, a compact USB dongle easily plugs into the side of your compatible PC or laptop, ready to connect wirelessly to your Bluetooth devices. It supports data and audio transfers with data speeds up to 2Mbps, ensuring a reliable and smooth transmission. Even better, it has a low power energy mode, ensuring your battery isn’t being drained when your laptop isn’t plugged in. Ensure you have a reliable connection to your Bluetooth devices with this adapter. This adaptor can support driver automatic installation, but you need to ensure your computer’s internet connection is available and Windows Update is enabled.
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    Top comment

    "Who would’ve known a Bluetooth adapter could work this smooth. I have multiple desktops connected via Bluetooth and this simplified the tech for a seamless flow between everything. ...Great adapter...Was able to use it to connect my wireless mouse to my pc"

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    Product Description

    Give your computer access to your Bluetooth devices with this Insignia NS-PA3BT5A2B22 Bluetooth 5.0 USB Adapter. Compatible with Windows 8.1, 10 and 11, a compact USB dongle easily plugs into the side of your compatible PC or laptop, ready to connect wirelessly to your Bluetooth devices. It supports data and audio transfers with data speeds up to 2Mbps, ensuring a reliable and smooth transmission. Even better, it has a low power energy mode, ensuring your battery isn’t being drained when your laptop isn’t plugged in. Ensure you have a reliable connection to your Bluetooth devices with this adapter. This adaptor can support driver automatic installation, but you need to ensure your computer’s internet connection is available and Windows Update is enabled.
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    Your price for this item is $14.99
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  9. ASUS - Dual-Band AC1200 USB Network Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Desktop WiFi...My desktop now has internet due to this device, easy setup....Grandson's desktop wifi was constantly losing its connection to the router. "

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    Product Description

    Achieve blazing online speeds with this ASUS NANO wireless adapter. It offers selectable 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands for a clearer signal, and its built-in 2x2 patch antennas increase the signal's range for better network coverage. This ASUS NANO wireless adapter includes a clip to attach it to notebook computers and a cradle with a long USB cord for desktop use.
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    Top comment

    "Desktop WiFi...My desktop now has internet due to this device, easy setup....Grandson's desktop wifi was constantly losing its connection to the router. "

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    Product Description

    Achieve blazing online speeds with this ASUS NANO wireless adapter. It offers selectable 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands for a clearer signal, and its built-in 2x2 patch antennas increase the signal's range for better network coverage. This ASUS NANO wireless adapter includes a clip to attach it to notebook computers and a cradle with a long USB cord for desktop use.
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    Your price for this item is $39.99
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  10. Insignia™ - Bluetooth 4.0 USB Adapter - Black - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Yes everything but a built-in wi-fi and bluetooth card. It came with a wi-fi ADAPTER, yes, but no solution for Bluetooth. ...Just need it to create desktop wireless headphone Bluetooth connection for conference calls."

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    Product Description

    Cut corded contact with this Insignia Bluetooth USB adapter. This adapter lets users connect up to seven Bluetooth-enabled devices to a Bluetooth-compatible computer. It works with laptops and desktops running Microsoft Windows 10. This Insignia Bluetooth USB adapter maintains connections with devices up to 20 feet away.
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    "Yes everything but a built-in wi-fi and bluetooth card. It came with a wi-fi ADAPTER, yes, but no solution for Bluetooth. ...Just need it to create desktop wireless headphone Bluetooth connection for conference calls."

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    Product Description

    Cut corded contact with this Insignia Bluetooth USB adapter. This adapter lets users connect up to seven Bluetooth-enabled devices to a Bluetooth-compatible computer. It works with laptops and desktops running Microsoft Windows 10. This Insignia Bluetooth USB adapter maintains connections with devices up to 20 feet away.
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    Your price for this item is $8.99
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    The regular price is $14.99
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