ASUS USB-AC56 IEEE 802.11ac - Wi-Fi Adapter for Desktop Computer

USB-AC56

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Description

The ASUS USB-AC56 is a dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi adapter with a USB 3.0 connection that brings high-performance wireless networking support to desktop and notebook PCs. The USB-AC56 features a USB 3.0 connection with support for wireless data rates up to 300 Mbit/s at 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbit/s at 5 GHz with compatible routers. Suitable for use with both desktop and notebook PCs, the USB-AC56 features a dual internal antenna design for great wireless network coverage with minimal desktop clutter and a removable high-gain external antenna that boosts reception still further in weak Wi-Fi signal areas.

Specifications

General Information

Manufacturer:
ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer Website Address:
http://www.asus.com/au
Brand Name:
Asus
Product Model:
USB-AC56
Product Name:
Dual-Band Wireless-AC1200 USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter
Product Type:
Wi-Fi Adapter

Technical Information

Wi-Fi Standard:
  • IEEE 802.11ac
ISM Band:
Yes
UNII Band:
Yes
ISM Maximum Frequency:
2.40 GHz
UNII Maximum Frequency:
5 GHz
Number of Antennas:
3
Antenna Gain:
  • 2 dBi
Antenna Type:
  • PCB Antenna
  • Dipole Antenna
Wireless Transmission Speed:
867 Mbit/s
Wireless Security:
    • 64/128-bit WEP
    • WPA2-PSK
    • WPA-PSK
    • WPA2
    • WPS

Interfaces/Ports

Host Interface:
  • USB

Physical Characteristics

Colour:
  • Black
Form Factor:
External
Height:
1.9 cm
Width:
2.8 cm
Length:
11.5 cm
Weight (Approximate):
50 g

Miscellaneous

System Requirements:
Operating Systems:
  • Windows 8 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows 7 (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows Vista (32bit/64bit)
  • Windows XP (32bit/64bit)
  • Mac OS X 10.5
  • Mac OS X 10.6
  • Mac OS X 10.7
  • Mac OS X 10.8
  • Linux
Device Supported:
  • Desktop Computer
Certifications & Standards:
IEEE Standards:
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11ac

Warranty

Standard Warranty:
2 Year