Alfa AWUS036NHR v2 is a long range 2000mW max RF output power Wi-Fi USB adapter from Alfa Network, Inc., the leader in long range Wi-Fi. This is version 2, launched in August 2013. It features a redesigned interior that enhances quality and functionality. It is brand new in retail box and includes the adapter, a 5 dBi antenna, driver CD, and a USB cable. It also includes one mount holder with detachable suction cup and clip. The cup is great if you want to fasten it to a window, while the clip is perfect for mobile users as it allows the device to be easily and safely clipped to the bezel on many laptop LCD displays.

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Use this device to get much better Wi-Fi range on your desktop or laptop PC. No built-in Wi-Fi card is required, this is a standalone Wi-Fi receiver. Featuring a high end Realtek RTL8188RU chipset, Alfa AWUS036NHR has markedly improved receive sensitivity compared to its predecessor, model AWUS036NH. Watch the video above for a comparison. If you have been holding out on upgrading your 802.11g standard Wi-Fi adapter, now is the time to end the holdout. Alfa's AWUS036NHR combines the fast speed of 802.11n with long range reception for both 802.11g and 802.11n standard.

The version 2 distinction is notated on the backside label of the unit next to the model number.

It will work with any computer that has an available USB port and Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and Windows 10. It ships with a Linux driver, but this driver comes with no warranty or support. Linux is a user supported operating system and at this time we do no have walk-throughs or guides for specific Linux installs. We recommend searching online using the chipset name RTL8188RU to find out if this is compatible with your Linux distro. This works on Microsoft Surface Pro tablets running Windows 8 or 10 (requires driver download) but does NOT work with Windows Surface RT tablets or other tablets/laptops running Microsoft Surface RT, which looks like Windows 8 but is actually a locked down version of Windows that does not support 3rd party drivers.


compatible with windows xp, vista, windows 7, 8, and Windows 10


This has an external RP-SMA antenna port so you can add an external antenna to boost your wireless range. See our eBay Store for various external antenna options. If your computer's built-in Wi-Fi connection does not see many signals, or it gets weak connections that don't load web pages or drop off, this is exactly what you need. If your computer does not have a built-in Wi-Fi card, this will give you instant Wi-Fi capability whether you want Wi-Fi access at home or when travelling. In head-to-head range tests this has outperformed high end models from Netgear, D-Link, Belkin, and other major brands.

Additional Features:

- Enterprise-class 64/128 WEP encryption, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, 802.1X support
- 150 mbps High-Speed Transfer Rate for 802.11n
- High powered adapter- 2000mw output power
- USB 2.0 and 1.1 compliant
- ONE YEAR manufacturer's warranty

Recommended accessories: This item gets fantastic range right out of box. If you are looking to boost your range/signal even more, consider some of these optional accessories we have on eBay. Just click the name to be taken to the eBay item page: Alfa 7 dBi directional antenna, Alfa 9 dBi omni-directional antenna, Alfa antenna magnet base, 5m antenna extension cable, Alfa 5m USB extension cable
compatible with Surface Pro, not Surface RT


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This item comes with a 30-day return period. There is no restocking fee for defective or not-as-described items, or items returned for exchange. Otherwise we charge a minimal 10% restocking fee to help cover original postage which is included in the item price. There are no other warranties on this auction, expressed or implied. The exception to this is if the description states there is a manufacturer's warranty.