Netgear AC1200 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter
$35.74
In stock
Description
Using its USB 3.0 port, connect your Windows-compatible desktop or notebook computer to dual band 802.11ac wireless networks, as well as 802.11a/b/g/n networks with the AC1200 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter from Netgear. Dual band technology helps to reduce interference for improved connections to Wi-Fi devices and allows users to connect to networks supporting 5 and 2.4 GHz frequencies. The 5 GHz frequency supports 802.11a/n and allows compatible devices to take advantage of data transfer speeds of up to 867 Mbps for HD video streaming and online gaming. The 2.4 GHz frequency supports 802.11b/g/n and provides data transfer speeds of up to 300 Mbps, allowing users to engage in less-intensive web tasks, such as web browsing. The 5 GHz frequency also supports 802.11ac, allowing users to benefit from connectivity speeds of up to 1200 Mbps.
For those who are concerned about this USB Wi-Fi adapter not having a strong range, the AC1200 has been designed for use in large homes and features high gain antennas for improved performance. Beamforming+ technology is also integrated into this adapter and helps to further boost speed, range, and reliability. Push ‘N’ Connect helps to create secure push button Wi-Fi connections (WPS) and Netgear genie dashboard controls help to connect a Wi-Fi device to your home network.
This Wi-Fi USB 3.0 adapter is compatible with Pentium class systems running 64 and 32-bit editions of Windows 8, 7, Vista, and XP. Although a USB 3.0 port is recommended, this adapter is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1. Included with the AC1200 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter is a USB cable with a desktop dock.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.5 × 5.4 × 0.54 in |
| WLAN Mode | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wireless Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz Dual-Band |
| Supported IEEE Standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11ac, 802.11a |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows XP<br />Windows Vista<br />Windows 7<br />Windows 8 |
| Throughput | 1200 Mb/s Total <br>2.4 GHz: 300 Mb/s <br>5 GHz: 867 Mb/s |
Reviews (299)
299 reviews for Netgear AC1200 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 Adapter
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Eden Prohaska (verified owner) –
for windows 10 you must use the mediatek drivers. then it works fine. netgear drivers do not work
Vickie Schumm (verified owner) –
Worked completely as advertised! Much better than I even thought it would for a USB wireless adapter. With two options to plug it in both USB one with an extender it works great for my tower PC and would also work great for my laptop really great signal. My router is on the first floor and I am on the third floor and I have full bars the range is incredible really well crafted Accessory definitely recommend if you have no Wi-Fi adapter in your computer install was quick and easy and user-friendly easy to understand the load install disk made it very easy great product
Rhoda Predovic (verified owner) –
This product was easy to install and has dramatically boosted my download and upload speeds. I highly recommend this product.
Leslie Farrell (verified owner) –
With the new work from home life style, the wifi adapter has been extremally helpful , especially with multiple people on a network. I don’t have a slow connection any more, and it was really easy to set up.
Gilda Wisozk (verified owner) –
THANK YOU FOR MAKING SUCH A GREAT PRODUCT FOR THE HOME COPUTER.
Herminia Becker (verified owner) –
This dongle works well initially. After I upgraded my OS to win10, it drops connection constantly. And I have to do diagnosis all the time to make it work. Switching between 2.4G and 5G also seems unstable. I re-installed all drivers again and it didn’t work. I am using Apple airport as router. Other devices in my house all work fine, so it cannot be my router problem. Conclusion: Don’t waste your money.
Cathryn Rice (verified owner) –
So, I’ve had this for a few weeks now and it does a good job for adding Wifi to my desktop computer. I like really that the kit includes a long USB cord and dock making it easy to access it for easy pairing with my router. I did do a benchmark test on this to compare speeds etc compared with my wired ethernet connection. The Netgear adapter topped out at approximately 79.5 mbps versus the wired connection of 192.6 mbps. Very good performance for a wireless connector. Quite acceptable and robust for this type of connection. So, while it won’t be my first choice (faster speeds with ethernet) I think this is a great adapter for older desktops. Also included is a Setup CD and there is a link provided for the software if you don’t have DVD/CD drive.
Ferne Wintheiser (verified owner) –
Easy to install and a consistent stable Connection. Well worth the money.
Lorenzo Becker (verified owner) –
Random disconnects all the time, stay away from this one. Google this problem and you will see how many other people have this problem.
Judd Thiel (verified owner) –
The only problem, and the most annoying, is that the device will “disconnect” from the computer, like it is not plugged in at all. I have tried multiple USB ports, front and back, with no succcess. I tried different software versions, both with the netgear app and the standalone. No other USB device does this on my computer, so it is specific to the adapter. Also, doesn’t matter if I use the included extension or plug directly into the PC. It is so random too, it didn’t disconnect at all yesterday, but today it did it many times, even after rebooting everything in the house. Frustrated me enough to get me to write this review… When it does stay connected it works well enough for me to work from home, occasional streaming and downloading, etc. Perfectly acceptable. It gets 2 stars because the disconnects are the absolute worst and I’ve spent so much time trying to get it to work only to realize there is nothing I can do, but pray it stays on.
Nikita Jenkins (verified owner) –
Hey so I’ve been working from home and was hardwired. Due to a flood I had to move my workstation upstairs away from the wifi setup. I am proably 1600 sq feet away with 1 wall and this thing is lightning fast. I was wondering because a co worker was compiling about his brand and I just did a speed test on googles speed test and ookla speed and both of them came back at just under 200 which is my max i think. Saw the low ratings of this unit and figured id write a solid review as i am impressed and pleased
Zoey Kris (verified owner) –
When it’s actually connected to my network it works just fine, but whenever I need to download anything to my pc, it gives up and disconnects from my network. Sometimes it’s so bad it will force my mouse and/or keyboard to stop working. I have never been so displeased by a worthless piece of junk in my life. Please stay away from this adapter, you’ll be better off using any garbage left behind on trash day.
Daniella Gerlach (verified owner) –
Works well for our application. Good speed and reliable. I would recommend for anyone looking for a wireless WIFI option.
Cicero Dietrich (verified owner) –
Was not sure about using a USB stick for WiFi but it works great!
Peter O’Kon (verified owner) –
Easy to install, works great. Having the CD that came with the adapter was critical because the Wi-Fi adapter on my computer stopped working–otherwise no way to download the required software. The cable that came with the adapter was also critical because there was no convenient place on my computer to plug it in directly.
Stephanie Russel (verified owner) –
The Netgear AC1200 works great however they should change the installation from a CD to a flash drive or some other up to date file transfer system. Most computers these days do not have a CD player and unless you have internet or a CD player you cannot install the drivers necessary to use this product.. which kind of defeats the purpose of it. If you have internet to install it, why would you even need it? A CD is just out of date and is old technology when it comes to computers. Other than that it is a great product!
Kayley Johnson (verified owner) –
I bought this to bring in the wifi signal to my desktop and it works great. Highly recommend this item.
Brielle Considine (verified owner) –
My desktop keeps getting hit by lightning through the cable internet. Lost one completely after a second hit and replaced it with another. Got hit again and lost the ethernet adapter on the motherboard. Started to research a PCI card, found this incredible device that not only was easy to setup but increased my internet speed by nearly 100 megabytes, getting 235 megabytes per second. I guess that even a desktop can be wireless.
Gregorio Romaguera (verified owner) –
It does what is advertised. It works well. Would like to a stronger version for a stronger signal.
Kaleigh Feest (verified owner) –
I got this thinking that this product has been updated with some new tech. Boy was I disappointed. This product may be outdated and has no use. I’m not sure of what new product that has an option to connect to wifi, that doesn’t already have that tech capability apart of its design? If there is one, that item could also be outdated. So for antique technology might have use for this.