AC600U is a dual-band, long range outdoor Wi-Fi receiver with USB cable. It is designed to boost the WiFi reception to the PC to which it is connected. It is compatible with Microsoft Windows computers.
Use alternative product “ALFA WiFi Camp Pro 3” to boost Wi-Fi signals to multiple devices at once.
Use THIS product ALFA AC600U to extend the WiFi range of a single computer or Microsoft Windows tablet. This device is NOT compatible with cell phones, iPads, or Android tablets, and requires a Microsoft Windows computer.
Using the 16 foot included USB cable, mount this device up to 16 feet away from your PC and aim it toward the WiFi source. The antenna inside is directional, so it can receive a longer distance in the direction it is aimed. Place near roof level of home or top of RV for best results.
Use with included mounting bracket for outdoor mounting, or optional accessory ASCM-01 suction cup mount (this accessory is optional and not included in sale)
AC600U supports WiFi 5 (IEEE 802.11ac) standard in a single antenna configuration (1T1R) and includes built-in high-gain (8 dBi) directional antenna.
The embedded module is based on Realtek™ RTL8811AU chipset, backward compatible with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and support for 2.4 or 5 GHz band.
| Chipset | Realtek™ RTL8811AU |
| IEEE 802.11 standards | a/b/g/n/ac |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz
5 GHz |
| Data rate | 802.11n: 150 Mbps
802.11ac: 433 Mbps |
| Antenna | Directional panel antenna with 8 dBi gain |
| Interface | USB 2.0 (mini USB) |
| Operating systems | Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, 11
Linux |
| Dimensions | 95 × 117 × 31 mm |
Installation and Compatibility:
As most PCs no longer have a CD drive, newer ALFA Network products like this one are not coming with an installation CD. Instead, you can download the installation software from the link in the included Quick Start Guide.