Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for wireless adapters for windows 8.
If you're looking to add Wi-Fi capability to an older desktop or laptop, a wireless adapter is your best bet. These small devices plug into a USB port and use your computer's power to broadcast a Wi-Fi signal. They're inexpensive, and they work with most operating systems. Here are the best on the market
TP-Link - Archer AC1350 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5 Router - Black
Model: Archer C59SKU: 5689635Top comment"For the price, this is a fantastic basic Wi-Fi router. If you want to upgrade from Wireless AC from Wireless N, but don’t need a powerful Wi-Fi router, then this is a good choice. ...Fast internet and streaming with this Wi-Fi router."
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Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.Top comment"For the price, this is a fantastic basic Wi-Fi router. If you want to upgrade from Wireless AC from Wireless N, but don’t need a powerful Wi-Fi router, then this is a good choice. ...Fast internet and streaming with this Wi-Fi router."
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Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.See all Wi-Fi RoutersIOGEAR - GWU637 IEEE 802.11n Universal WiFi N Transmitter Ethernet to WiFi N Adapter - Black
Model: GWU637SKU: 6211336Top comment"While the IOGEAR was connected via ethernet to my laptop, I had to turn my laptop wi-fi ON for the IOGEAR to successfully connected to my wi-fi network. ...Great Device for linking Jetpack (Mobile Data to Wi-Fi) to a wired device or network. It remembers Wi-Fi login"
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Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi connectivity for any of your Ethernet enabled devices at home or in the office with IOGEAR's Ethernet-2-WiFi Universal Wireless Adapter. This is an ideal solution for devices that do not have built-in Wi-Fi and is universally compatible with any device with an Ethernet port. Avoid the clutter of cables and connect devices such as HDTVs, game consoles, and Blu-ray players to your Wi-Fi network.Top comment"While the IOGEAR was connected via ethernet to my laptop, I had to turn my laptop wi-fi ON for the IOGEAR to successfully connected to my wi-fi network. ...Great Device for linking Jetpack (Mobile Data to Wi-Fi) to a wired device or network. It remembers Wi-Fi login"
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Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi connectivity for any of your Ethernet enabled devices at home or in the office with IOGEAR's Ethernet-2-WiFi Universal Wireless Adapter. This is an ideal solution for devices that do not have built-in Wi-Fi and is universally compatible with any device with an Ethernet port. Avoid the clutter of cables and connect devices such as HDTVs, game consoles, and Blu-ray players to your Wi-Fi network.See all Network SwitchesNETGEAR - Nighthawk AXE3000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 Adapter - Black
Model: A8000-100PASSKU: 6520471Top comment"This's the one if you are looking for WiFi adapter...Great wi-fi adapter. Look no more. skip the hassle and just get this one....Reliable Wi-Fi 6E network adapter...The Netgear Nighthawk AXE3000 is a reliable Wi-Fi 6E network adapter that delivers fast speeds and advanced features. "
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Get high-speed wireless connectivity with this NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter. The flip-open antenna design adjusts easily to find optimal signal coverage for your device, while backward compatibility with legacy Wi-Fi technologies, including 802.11a/b/g/n, offers flexibility. This NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter supports WPA3 encryption for reliable security.Top comment"This's the one if you are looking for WiFi adapter...Great wi-fi adapter. Look no more. skip the hassle and just get this one....Reliable Wi-Fi 6E network adapter...The Netgear Nighthawk AXE3000 is a reliable Wi-Fi 6E network adapter that delivers fast speeds and advanced features. "
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Get high-speed wireless connectivity with this NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter. The flip-open antenna design adjusts easily to find optimal signal coverage for your device, while backward compatibility with legacy Wi-Fi technologies, including 802.11a/b/g/n, offers flexibility. This NETGEAR Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6E USB 3.0 adapter supports WPA3 encryption for reliable security.See all USB Wi-Fi AdaptersTP-Link - Archer BE800 BE19000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router - Black
Model: Archer BE800SKU: 6537387Top comment"Further this router may not support Wifi 7 for a back haul- so the principle benefit right now of Wifi 7 in this and the BE900 models is Wifi 6E compatibility. ...Great WIFI router with the newest technology!...I am now all set for WIFI 6E and soon WIFI 7 devices."
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Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with blazing-fast Wi-Fi speeds up to 19 Gbps. Every device in your home network runs at top performance. The brand new 6 GHz band provides exceptional bandwidth and congestion-free channels exclusive to your devices.Top comment"Further this router may not support Wifi 7 for a back haul- so the principle benefit right now of Wifi 7 in this and the BE900 models is Wifi 6E compatibility. ...Great WIFI router with the newest technology!...I am now all set for WIFI 6E and soon WIFI 7 devices."
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Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router with blazing-fast Wi-Fi speeds up to 19 Gbps. Every device in your home network runs at top performance. The brand new 6 GHz band provides exceptional bandwidth and congestion-free channels exclusive to your devices.See all Wi-Fi RoutersTP-Link - Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6E Router - Black
Model: Archer AXE7800SKU: 6522470Top comment"This is hands down the best Wi-Fi router I have every use. Blazing fast!!!...Now cameras all operate and Wi-Fi openers for garage and we can stream movies in lots of rooms without freezing or buffering."
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Embrace lightning-fast 7.8 Gbps speeds and experience 6GHz band with Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band WiFi 6E router. With eight WiFi streams combined with three separate bands, the Archer AXE95 achieves unbeatable performance to boost capacity and reduces congestion for smoother 8K streaming and AR/VR intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for the peak performance, transmitting maximum fiber internet speeds to fill every corner of your house. Protect your IoT devices with TP-Link HomeShield.Top comment"This is hands down the best Wi-Fi router I have every use. Blazing fast!!!...Now cameras all operate and Wi-Fi openers for garage and we can stream movies in lots of rooms without freezing or buffering."
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Embrace lightning-fast 7.8 Gbps speeds and experience 6GHz band with Archer AXE7800 Tri-Band WiFi 6E router. With eight WiFi streams combined with three separate bands, the Archer AXE95 achieves unbeatable performance to boost capacity and reduces congestion for smoother 8K streaming and AR/VR intensive gaming. Premium 2.5 Gbps and 1 Gbps WAN/LAN ports support flexibility for the peak performance, transmitting maximum fiber internet speeds to fill every corner of your house. Protect your IoT devices with TP-Link HomeShield.See all RoutersSony - SRSRA3000 Wi-Fi Enabled 360 Reality Audio Wireless Speaker - Black
Model: SRSRA3000/BSKU: 6480170Top comment"very good base and sound quality… just sad it’s not wireless....Very impressed by sound quality Easy set up with other home wifi items n Bluetooth"
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The SRS-RA3000 Wi-fi enabled wireless speaker delivers Sony’s new 360 Reality Audio technology into your home for a whole new level of immersion like never before. The ability to work with the Google Assistant and Alexa allows you to easily stream music from your favorite streaming services.Top comment"very good base and sound quality… just sad it’s not wireless....Very impressed by sound quality Easy set up with other home wifi items n Bluetooth"
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The SRS-RA3000 Wi-fi enabled wireless speaker delivers Sony’s new 360 Reality Audio technology into your home for a whole new level of immersion like never before. The ability to work with the Google Assistant and Alexa allows you to easily stream music from your favorite streaming services.See all Bluetooth & Wireless SpeakersAmazon - Fire HD 8 (2022) 8" HD tablet with Wi-Fi 32 GB - Denim
Model: B09BG6BRQGSKU: 6521158Top comment"This is the perfect size tablet for our use. We use it with our wireless speakers to play music. It deserves five stars. ...It connects seamlessly to our home WiFi network and has a fairly decent battery life. "
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Enhanced performance - Updated hexa-core processor for more responsive performance (30% faster than previous gen Fire HD 8).Top comment"This is the perfect size tablet for our use. We use it with our wireless speakers to play music. It deserves five stars. ...It connects seamlessly to our home WiFi network and has a fairly decent battery life. "
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Enhanced performance - Updated hexa-core processor for more responsive performance (30% faster than previous gen Fire HD 8).See all Kids' TabletsASUS - ROG Rapture GT-6 AX10000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router (2-Pack)
Model: GT6 - 2 packSKU: 6520862Top comment"Router and mesh kept dropping connection on wired and wireless connections. Also had the latest firmware update with same issue....Wish it had Wifi6e, since wifi 7 is already on the horizon"
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Make sure your wireless connection reaches every room in your home with this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router. Speeds of up to 10000 Mbps deliver interruption-free connectivity throughout intense games and binge-watching sessions. Built-in network security defends against potential breaches, and the 4X capacity makes this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router ideal for households running multiple devices.Top comment"Router and mesh kept dropping connection on wired and wireless connections. Also had the latest firmware update with same issue....Wish it had Wifi6e, since wifi 7 is already on the horizon"
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Make sure your wireless connection reaches every room in your home with this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router. Speeds of up to 10000 Mbps deliver interruption-free connectivity throughout intense games and binge-watching sessions. Built-in network security defends against potential breaches, and the 4X capacity makes this ASUS ROG Rapture gaming router ideal for households running multiple devices.See all Wi-Fi RoutersApple - 10.9-Inch iPad (Latest Model) with Wi-Fi + Cellular - 256GB - Blue (Unlocked)
Model: MQ6U3LL/ASKU: 6340467Top comment"great item to have for those that are in school but pay for a wireless internet plan"
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Colorfully reimagined and more versatile than ever. With an all-screen design,10.9-inch Liquid Retina display,¹ and four gorgeous colors. iPad delivers a powerful way to create, stay connected, and get things done.Top comment"great item to have for those that are in school but pay for a wireless internet plan"
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Colorfully reimagined and more versatile than ever. With an all-screen design,10.9-inch Liquid Retina display,¹ and four gorgeous colors. iPad delivers a powerful way to create, stay connected, and get things done.See all iPadTP-Link - Kasa A19 Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant (5-Pack) - Multicolor
Model: KL125P5SKU: 6513020Top comment"Bulbs do not connect to WiFi at all. They're really not good...TP-Link - Kasa A19 Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb"
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Add a pop of color to your life with the KL125 Kasa Smart Wi-Fi light bulb, with 16 million colors and dimming capabilities offering endless lighting possibilities for all of life’s events. Best of all setup is a breeze with no hub required, just connect the light bulb to your existing network using the Kasa Smart app and gain access to full featured controls, presets and set schedules when you’re home or away.Top comment"Bulbs do not connect to WiFi at all. They're really not good...TP-Link - Kasa A19 Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb"
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Add a pop of color to your life with the KL125 Kasa Smart Wi-Fi light bulb, with 16 million colors and dimming capabilities offering endless lighting possibilities for all of life’s events. Best of all setup is a breeze with no hub required, just connect the light bulb to your existing network using the Kasa Smart app and gain access to full featured controls, presets and set schedules when you’re home or away.See all Smart Light Bulbs