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USB WiFi adapter with adjustable 5dBi antenna

PISKEKAT

PISKEKAT Server Rack 650Mbps Dual Band USB WiFi Adapter 5dBi Antenna

SKU CH-548V-MX1PK

A dual-band USB wireless adapter with a rotatable 5dBi antenna delivering 433Mbps on 5GHz and 200Mbps on 2.4GHz, compatible with Linux kernels up to 6.2 and Windows 11

  • Product typeServer
  • Works across Linux kernels up to 6.2 and Windows 11/10/8.1/7
  • Delivers 433 Mbps on 5 GHz and 200 Mbps on 2.4 GHz for 4K streaming
  • 5 dBi antenna rotates 180° to extend range and stabilise the link
  • Dual-band AC adapter works with current and legacy Wi-Fi routers
  • Supports WPA3 encryption for stronger network privacy

Multi-OS USB WiFi Adapter

The PISKEKAT dual-band USB wireless adapter targets Linux enthusiasts and Raspberry Pi users who need reliable wireless connectivity without internal card installation. It supports a wide range of distributions including Ubuntu, Debian, Mint, Kali and Raspberry Pi OS, alongside Windows 7 through 11. The adjustable 5dBi antenna provides flexible positioning for desktop or laptop use.

Upgrade From Built-In Wireless

This adapter replaces unreliable onboard WiFi or missing wireless capability on servers, older desktops and single-board computers. The jump is worth it when internal antennas struggle with signal penetration or when a system lacks WiFi entirely. Driver support up to Linux kernel 6.2 ensures compatibility with current distributions without manual compilation.

650Mbps Dual-Band Capacity

The adapter delivers 433Mbps on the 5GHz band and 200Mbps on 2.4GHz, suitable for 4K streaming and online gaming under optimal conditions. It connects to modern AC routers while maintaining backward compatibility with older wireless standards. The 180-degree rotatable antenna helps maximise signal quality, though throughput will vary with distance, obstacles and router capabilities.

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Price $33.99
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Specifications

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Product typeServer

Questions about this item

What USB port type does the BrosTrend 650Mbps WiFi Adapter require?

It plugs into any standard USB-A port on a desktop, laptop, PC or Raspberry Pi 2+; no internal mounting or rack hardware is needed.

Which driver step is often missed when installing the adapter on Linux?

Many users forget to ensure the kernel is version 6.2 or earlier; the adapter supports Ubuntu 22.10 back to 16.04, Debian 11 through 8, Mint 21 through 18 and Kali Linux out of the box.

Does the 5dBi antenna need periodic replacement?

The detachable 5dBi antenna rotates 180 degrees for positioning and has no consumable parts; it only needs replacement if physically damaged.

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