When I installed an upgraded wireless 5G router, I found that my ancient (7 year old) Dell laptop did not support 5G wireless. Not wanting to go through the hassle of setting up a new laptop, I searched around for a alternate solution. That's how I found the BlueShadow WiFi USB adapter. Actually, there are a number of different devices that handle this problem and the price is definitely less than a new laptop.
I ordered and received it the following day. While waiting I did some reading and found that the necessary drivers could be downloaded from BlueShadow. I knew that the product came with an installation CD, but pulling out an external drive is usually a pain. Also, when I received the package I found that the included CD is one of those small (M-Disk) things. I don't know if my external drive will even accept one of these, so downloading the software was a good solution for me.
After downloading the driver package, I found that it included a quick-install PDF document. Reading through it only took about five minutes and was definitely worth the effort. There are several important tips:
1. You must "disable" the existing Wireless device if your computer has one. Otherwise the computer will be confused about which wireless device to use. Do this before anything else.
2. Unzip the downloaded driver package then find the folder for your operating system. They include folders for Windows, Linux and Apple. In the correct folder is an "Install.exe" file. Double click this application and the normal Windows installation screen will show and you can do a normal software install.
3. Once the install process is completed restart your computer. You can plug in the USB WIFI device before performing the restart. After restarting, go to your "Available Networks" list and you should see your 5G network. Click on it and enter any required password.
That's it, I now have 5G wireless access on my old non-5G laptop. Total installation time is under ten minutes once you know what to do.
So far, the device work perfectly. Connects automatically on start up and doesn't seem to be unstable or to have disconnect issues. For the price, it's an amazing solution.
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| Sold By | Blueshadow direct | UGREEN GROUP LIMITED | Alwong | nineplus99 | FenviUS | SGElectronix |
| data transfer rate | 600 megabytes per second | 433 megabits per second | 1300 megabytes per second | 1800 megabytes per second | 1300 megabits per second | 600 megabits per second |
| data link protocol | USB | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, IEEE 802.11a/ac | USB | IEEE 802.11ax/ac/b/g/n | USB | USB |
| hardware interface | 802 11 acbgn | usb2.0 | usb | 802 11 acbgn, usb3.0 | usb, usb1.1, usb2.0 | usb |
| operating system | Support Windows XP/7/8/10, MAC OS 10.5-10.15, Linux(Kernel 2.168~4.8), NOT support chromebook, NOT support TV, Projector, Printer. | Windows 11, Windows 10 | Linux,Mac Os,Windows 10,Windows 11 | Windows 7 | Linux,Mac Os,Vista 7,Windows Xp | WINDOW |
Product Description
Enjoy more convenience with your wifi USB wifi adapter, with AC600 wireless AC adapter, you can shift between 2.4GHz and 5GHz wifi bands to avoid interference and have optimal wifi internet connection for your PC, laptop or Mac.
Specification:
- Standard: IEEE802.11n/g/b & 802.11ac
- Frequency Range: 2.412GHz - 2.4835GHz, 5.15 GHz - 5.825 GHz
- Antenna: External, 2dBi
- Security encryption: WFA, WPA, WPA2, WPS2.0, WAPI
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Chip: Upgraded version RTL8811CU
- Support System: Support Windows 7/8/10, MAC OS 10.5-10.15, Linux(Kernel 2.168-4.8), NOT support chromebook, NOT support TV, Projector, Printer.
Packing List:
- 1 x USB Wireless WIFI adapter
- 1 x CD Drive
- 1 x User manual
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WARNING TIPSDon't be long-term shaking and pluging and unplugging. If the wifi adapter stop working suddenly, Please unplug and replug usb wifi adapter and then reinstall the driver or update the driver manually. If connection is unstable, please check your signal strength and signal channel. |
Compact SizeWith its ultra-small size,wifi adapter connects easily to any USB port without blocking other ports. Simply plug it in, and leave it there, its compact size ensures it stays out of the way. |
Next Generation of WifiOur Blueshadow wireless wifi adapter 802.11ac is 3 times faster then wireless N speed. This usb wifi adapter provides wifi data transmissions rates upto 433Mbps on the 5GHz band, making it ideal for streaming HD video, games and making audio calls over the internet. |
How to Use Wifi AdapterPlug in the wifi adapter to connect to your wifi with the client mode or create a hotspot with the AP mode. If your computer failed to identify it, please select the appropriate driver from the CD or from Download link and install it. |
Q1: What operating systems are compatible with the USB WiFi 600Mbps?
A1: Support Windows 7/8/10, MAC OS 10.5-10.15, Linux(Kernel 2.168-4.8), NOT support chromebook, NOT support TV, Projector, Printer.
Q2: I don't have a CD player to read the driver, what should I do?
A2: Please you can open it in Windows Explorer, run the installer. After that, It will work perfectly.
Q3: If the connection is unstable, what's wrong?
A3: Pls check signal strength and signal channel, ensure that it is full to get high speed. Or try to reinstall the driver
Q4: What should I do when it seems not working?
A4: If you use on PC, pls make sure connect adapter to the computer back not front. And if on laptop, please make sure uninstall or disabled the built-in wifi and Bluetooth, then install our driver.
Warm Tips:
For wifi adapter no matter what is 600mbps ,1200mbps or 1900mbps even 3000mbps even more ,it mean the speed of wifi it can receive, but when it can receive how many mbps depend on your wifi router.
The wifi adapter is the most function is wireless instead of wire cable.
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| USB Type | USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 |
| WiFi Band | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz |
| Connection Speeds | 2.4GHz (150Mbps) 5GHz (433Mbps) | 2.4GHz (300Mbps) 5GHz (867Mbps) | 2.4GHz (300Mbps) 5GHz (867Mbps) | 2.4GHz (300Mbps) 5GHz (867Mbps) | 2.4GHz (600Mbps) 5GHz (1300Mbps) | 2.4GHz (400Mbps) 5GHz (867Mbps) |
| Bluetooth Support | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| External Antennas | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Windows Compatibility | Win 7/8/10 | Win 7/8/10 | Win 7/8/10 | Win 7/8/10 | Win 7/8/10 | Win 7/8/10 |
| Mac Compatibility | Bluetooth not support | Bluetooth not support | Mac OS X 10.5~10.15 | Mac OS X 10.5~10.15 | Mac OS X 10.5~10.15 | Mac OS X 10.5~10.15 |
| Linux Compatibility | Bluetooth not support | Bluetooth not support | Linux (Kernel 2.6.24~4.15) | Linux (Kernel 2.6.24~4.15) | Linux (Kernel 2.6.18-4.6) | Linux (Kernel 2.6.24~4.15) |
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It works when I need it.
It happens that my wifi inside my laptop didn't work! then I wasn't at home where my wifi usb dongle is at home and my lan cables too. Thanks Amazon for delivering this item to the hotel.
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Antonio
Funciona muy bien
Reviewed in Mexico on April 10, 2022Size: WiFi/Bluetooth 2-in-1Verified Purchase
peter eastment
I would recommend it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2023Size: Mini WiFi AC600MVerified Purchase
Terry Dillon
Fixed my internet connection problem
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Very easy to connect
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