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Small black USB Wi-Fi adapter with internal antennas

Panda Wireless, Inc.

Panda Wireless PAU0C AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi adapter

SKU CH-WSRT-088SX MPN PAU0C

Dual-band USB Wi-Fi adapter delivering up to 867 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks with internal antennas for better reception

  • Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter
  • Upgrades your computer to 802.11ac Wi-Fi with dual-band support
  • Reaches 867 Mbps on 5 GHz for faster throughput in crowded areas
  • Internal antennas improve reception of weaker signals for steadier connections
  • Low power draw helps extend laptop battery life during use
  • Works with Windows 7 through 11, Server 2019 and 2022, plus major Linux distributions

USB AC1200 Wi-Fi adapter

The Panda PAU0C adds dual-band 802.11ac wireless to any desktop or laptop with a free USB port. It targets users who need faster 5 GHz throughput in crowded environments where 2.4 GHz channels are saturated.

Check USB port and OS

Verify the system has an available USB port, a 1 GHz processor and at least 1 GByte of memory. Supported platforms include 32-bit and 64-bit Windows XP through Windows 11 plus Windows Server 2019 and 2022, as well as current Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Fedora, Mint and Raspbian.

Replaces legacy USB wireless

This adapter supersedes older 802.11b/g/n USB dongles that max out on the 2.4 GHz band. The upgrade is worthwhile when the router supports 802.11ac and the user wants up to 867 Mbps link rates on 5 GHz while keeping backward compatibility with existing 2.4 GHz networks.

How it compares

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Price $40.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter

Questions about this item

Does the PAU0C include any cables or mounting hardware, or must those be purchased separately?

The adapter plugs directly into a USB port and uses internal antennas, so no extra cables or mounting hardware are required.

Should I choose the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band for the highest connection speed?

The 5 GHz band supports the maximum 867 Mbps data rate, while 2.4 GHz operates at lower speeds.

Will I actually see 1200 Mbps throughput on my Windows 11 laptop?

The 1200 figure is the combined AC1200 class rating; real-world throughput tops out at 867 Mbps on a 5 GHz 802.11ac network.

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