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Black USB 3.0 Wi-Fi dongle with fold-out dual-band antenna

SMA

SMA USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter Dual Band 1300Mbps Black

SKU CH-H8J8-NXYNZ

Dual-band USB 3.0 Wi-Fi adapter delivering 1300 Mbps with a 5 dBi antenna for desktop or laptop

  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • Wireless speed1,300 Mbit/s
  • Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz
  • Antenna configurationDual Band Antenna
  • Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter
  • Product colorBlack
  • Dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz for flexible network choice
  • USB 3.0 interface up to 10 times faster than 2.0 for stable throughput
  • 1300 Mbps combined rate with 867 Mbps on 5 GHz and 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
  • WPS one-key encryption supporting WEP WPA WPA2 WAPI WMM for quick secure setup
  • Works with Windows XP through 10 Mac 10.4 to 10.14 and Linux 2.6.18 to 4.5

USB 3.0 dual-band adapter

The SMA USB 3.0 Wi-Fi adapter adds dual-band wireless connectivity to desktops and laptops through a USB 3.0 port. It delivers up to 1300Mbps combined data rates with 867Mbps on 5.8 GHz and 400Mbps on 2.4 GHz. A 5dBi antenna supports extended range and stable links for streaming and online gaming.

Suits USB 3.0 PCs needing AC1300 speeds

This adapter fits Windows XP through 10, Vista, 2000, Mac 10.4 to 10.14 and Linux kernel 2.6.18 to 4.5. It uses USB 3.0 for up to 10 times the throughput of USB 2.0 devices. Buyers without a USB 3.0 port or requiring newer Wi-Fi standards should look at other options.

1300Mbps dual-band throughput

The single deciding specification is the AC1300 dual-band rating: 867Mbps on the 5.8 GHz band and 400Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. If your router and usage scenario demand this throughput tier the adapter matches it; otherwise a lower or higher class device may be more appropriate.

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 1,565 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Product typeUSB Wi-FI Adapter
Product colorBlack
Connectivity
Wireless speed1,300 Mbit/s
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5.8 GHz
Antenna configurationDual Band Antenna
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0

Questions about this item

What real-world throughput does the USB 3.0 interface cap this adapter at?

USB 3.0 provides up to 10 times the bandwidth of USB 2.0, removing the bottleneck that would otherwise limit the 1300 Mbps dual-band radio.

What physical clearance does the 5 dBi dual-band antenna need?

The fixed 5 dBi antenna extends from the dongle body, so allow a few centimetres of side space and keep it clear of metal objects for best 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz reception.

Which driver step do users often skip on Linux 2.6.18–4.5?

After plugging in the adapter, run the installer from the supplied CD or the guide's download link; the kernel module will not load automatically on non-development Linux builds.

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