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.
Nannie Goodwin (verified owner) –
I’m very happy with this adapter. Was quick & easy to set up.I like that it comes with a stand making it ideal for the spacing of the USB ports. It only sticks out as far as a flash drive so I can fully extend it for maximum reception. My signal is better and my connection is smoother and more stable.
Agustin Tremblay (verified owner) –
A power surge took out the ethernet port on my computer. Downloaded the software, plugged in the adapter, and was up and running again. Thank you.
Hayley Cormier (verified owner) –
I got this for Christmas for myself and the speeds were good until about a month and then I would constantly get unstable connection and I know it isn’t my internet because I have plenty of other devices with internal wifi or wired through ethernet this is the only device I have problems with.
Macey O’Connell (verified owner) –
Works better and faster than the original WiFi adapter in my laptop.
Silas Buckridge (verified owner) –
This little gadget is super helpful. Are use this Wi-Fi adapter on an older laptop of mine that tends to struggle with connection and not have the best speed. This Wi-Fi adapter really helps extend the Wi-Fi and helps my computer speed things up a little bit more and I believe it is because of the Wi-Fi adapter that I am now able to navigate the Internet faster and with more ease.
Susie Luettgen (verified owner) –
I have a super order computer that often has trouble connecting to WiFi. I thought this product might help with that granted I’m not super computer literate. This was easy to set up and worked pretty well
Krystel Muller (verified owner) –
AC 1200 works excellent. Easy setup, stays connected. I wasn’t expecting much out of it, am very happy with Netgear.
Alice Dooley (verified owner) –
I have been struggling with this adapter for the past several months. It took me a minute to find the drivers needed to make it work properly. Then I had to go in and try and change some of the adapters settings in order for my wifi not to drop at random times. Now after 4 months, its having troubles being found as a device.
Delta Runte (verified owner) –
This device has worked flawlessly since I plugged it in. I especially like the desk dock provided, allowing the perfect placement.
Aniyah Christiansen (verified owner) –
Works great, WIFI Signal is excellent and easy to load into the CPU.
Kevon Welch (verified owner) –
this product does what it says it will do and well
Hadley McDermott (verified owner) –
I like how I can use this USB adapter for an extension. For example I would use the Ethernet cable to connect a DVD player to the computer and when I make a bridge connection with the Wi-Fi adapter already on the computer, I can then use the Netgear USB adapter and use the mobile hotspot on the computer and choose to share my internet connection from netgear USB Wi-Fi adapter that’s connected to the internet. I like it.
Lilla Heaney (verified owner) –
I use this netgear adapter on my older version Dell computer. It certainly does the job beautifully. My wi fi access is guaranteed to be available. I depend on this accessibility and would recommend it to others.
Durward Fritsch (verified owner) –
My husband uses old laptop that doesnt really connects to wifi on its own and needs an adaptor and i knew he will be able to use it and when it arrived i gave it to him and he liked it. Thank you so much
Erin Zulauf (verified owner) –
I’ve had a lot of disconnection issues with it. Never understood why. Also only comes with an installation disc. You’d think they would include some small storage USB drive with the drivers included these days, or have the drivers within the adapter.
Julien Funk (verified owner) –
Got this hoping it would improve my wifi speed and was pleasantly surprised. I gained on average 25mb per second faster page loads which helps on auction sites. Set up was super easy with the provided disc. Like that it comes with an extra stand so it isn’t hanging out the side of my laptop when I’m using it at work. Definitely recommend this nice wifi adapter. Quality product from a proven company.
Gloria Stark (verified owner) –
I think it is great. I work from home and my office sent me a new desktop but it did not have wifi and the Wifi USB Adapter works perfectly
Wendell Emmerich (verified owner) –
Heavily impacted by Hurricane Ida, I needed access to the internet to initiate and complete tasks for my survival. This adapter made it possible for me to communicate with my insurance adjusters, FEMA etc. Never realized until now how important having access to the internet is.
Antone Cormier (verified owner) –
its super easy to setup and it doesnt stall or time out its fast and keeps connection.. no problems.. very satified
Orie Moen (verified owner) –
Awesome WI-FI USB Adapter!! Easy setup, great range.