A USB wifi adapter that works “out-of-the-box” (for Debian-based Linux distros)
One of the most common complaints on LQ Forums and other Linux forums is about wifi cards or adapters not being recognised in Linux.
Here are some typical lamented cries:
Well, at least for users of Debian-based distros, this BrosTrend Linux USB WiFi Adapter AC1200 appears to do the trick.
***ALSO, see EDIT below.
BrosTrend Linux USB WiFi Adapter AC1200 supports Ubuntu, Mint, Kali, Debian,Kubuntu, MATE, Zorin, PureOS, Raspberry Pi 2+, Windows 11, Wireless Dual Band Linux WiFi Dongle 5GHz/867Mbps+2.4GHz/300Mbps:
UK:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BrosTrend-L...s%2C110&sr=8-3
USA:
https://www.amazon.com/BrosTrend-120...ct_top?ie=UTF8
MULTI-OS SUPPORTED: Compatible with Linux Kernels up to 6.5, Ubuntu 23.10~16.04 (all flavors: Kubuntu, Lubuntu, Xubuntu, MATE, GNOME, Budgie, Kylin, Studio, Unity, Cinnamon), Raspberry Pi OS 12~8, Debian 12~8, Linux Mint 21~18, LMDE 6~1, Kali Linux, Pop!_OS, Zorin OS, elementary OS, MX Linux, Linux Lite, KDE neon, SparkyLinux, antiX, Peppermint OS, Q4OS, Parrot, Devuan, PureOS, Bodhi Linux, deepin; Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7
SUPPORTED ARCHITECTURES: x86_64/x86_32 (PCs, VirtualBox..), aarch64/armhf (Raspberry Pi 2+, Odroid…)
FAST WI-FI SPEED: Linux 5GHz USB WIFI Dongle supplies 867Mbps Wi-Fi Speed on 5GHz Band or 300Mbps Speed on 2.4GHz Band, Best choice for Online 4K Video Streaming, Gaming, High Quality Music and Youtube by Using this AC1200 Dual Band Ubuntu USB Wifi Adapter; It can Works 4 Times Faster than 802.11b/g/n USB Wireless Adapter
MULTIPLE WORKING MODES: This Linux compatible usb wifi dongle supports these mode: Monitor mode, IBSS, Managed, AP, P2P-client, P2P-GO. The chipset model number is Realtek RTL8812BU or RTL8822BU
ADVANCED ENCRYPTION SECURITY: Secure your devices and network privacy by supporting wireless encryption: WPA2/WPA/WEP, AES/PSK/TKIP, 802.1x
UNSUPPORTED DISTRIBUTIONS: Currently NOT compatible with RHEL, CentOS, openSUSE Leap, OpenWrt, Guix, Puppy, Tails, Endless OS, LibreELEC, OSMC, SteamOS
EDIT
This BrosTrend AC1200 Linux Compatible USB WiFi Adapter - AC3L
has good feedback from Linux users:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BrosTrend-L...ct_top?ie=UTF8
Extract from:
https://github.com/morrownr/USB-WiFi...nel_drivers.md
Here are some typical lamented cries:
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But it works perfectly in Windows. Why doesn’t it work in Linux?
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How do I get my Ralink, Atheros, Broadcom, Realtek, Edimax etc wifi card working in Ubuntu/Mint/Debian etc?
Quote:
Can anybody recommend a wifi card that works "out-of-the-box in Linux”?
***ALSO, see EDIT below.
BrosTrend Linux USB WiFi Adapter AC1200 supports Ubuntu, Mint, Kali, Debian,Kubuntu, MATE, Zorin, PureOS, Raspberry Pi 2+, Windows 11, Wireless Dual Band Linux WiFi Dongle 5GHz/867Mbps+2.4GHz/300Mbps:
UK:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BrosTrend-L...s%2C110&sr=8-3
USA:
https://www.amazon.com/BrosTrend-120...ct_top?ie=UTF8
MULTI-OS SUPPORTED: Compatible with Linux Kernels up to 6.5, Ubuntu 23.10~16.04 (all flavors: Kubuntu, Lubuntu, Xubuntu, MATE, GNOME, Budgie, Kylin, Studio, Unity, Cinnamon), Raspberry Pi OS 12~8, Debian 12~8, Linux Mint 21~18, LMDE 6~1, Kali Linux, Pop!_OS, Zorin OS, elementary OS, MX Linux, Linux Lite, KDE neon, SparkyLinux, antiX, Peppermint OS, Q4OS, Parrot, Devuan, PureOS, Bodhi Linux, deepin; Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7
SUPPORTED ARCHITECTURES: x86_64/x86_32 (PCs, VirtualBox..), aarch64/armhf (Raspberry Pi 2+, Odroid…)
FAST WI-FI SPEED: Linux 5GHz USB WIFI Dongle supplies 867Mbps Wi-Fi Speed on 5GHz Band or 300Mbps Speed on 2.4GHz Band, Best choice for Online 4K Video Streaming, Gaming, High Quality Music and Youtube by Using this AC1200 Dual Band Ubuntu USB Wifi Adapter; It can Works 4 Times Faster than 802.11b/g/n USB Wireless Adapter
MULTIPLE WORKING MODES: This Linux compatible usb wifi dongle supports these mode: Monitor mode, IBSS, Managed, AP, P2P-client, P2P-GO. The chipset model number is Realtek RTL8812BU or RTL8822BU
ADVANCED ENCRYPTION SECURITY: Secure your devices and network privacy by supporting wireless encryption: WPA2/WPA/WEP, AES/PSK/TKIP, 802.1x
UNSUPPORTED DISTRIBUTIONS: Currently NOT compatible with RHEL, CentOS, openSUSE Leap, OpenWrt, Guix, Puppy, Tails, Endless OS, LibreELEC, OSMC, SteamOS
EDIT
This BrosTrend AC1200 Linux Compatible USB WiFi Adapter - AC3L
has good feedback from Linux users:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BrosTrend-L...ct_top?ie=UTF8
Extract from:
https://github.com/morrownr/USB-WiFi...nel_drivers.md
Quote:
BrosTrend - $41 USD - BrosTrend AC1200 Linux Compatible USB WiFi Adapter - AC3L
Review by @morrownr : This adapter has performed very well. It is a single-state, single-function adapter, which is what we want.
Good:
It is fast. I have consistently measured around 545 Mbps (clean DFS channel) using iperf3 with the out-of-kernel driver. Testing with the in-kernel driver in kernel 6.3 as of 2023-04-10 shows an iperf3 score of 410 Mbps. The in-kernel driver appears to be stable at this point and the performance is reasonably good. Optimizations continue to be merged.
The adapter comes with a nice extension cable/stand. One of the best designs that I have used.
The quality seems to be above average.
The antennas are removable so you can use replacement directional antennas if you want and the ability to move the antennas to the position you want is good.
Average:
Thermal characteristics are average as the adapter will become warm to the touch if running iperf3 for an extended period of time. There are no slits or holes to help with heat during heavy use. This should not be a problem for most use cases as my testing in this regard is torture. I would prefer to see slits or small holes to allow for some airflow.
Bad:
None
Overall: If you are looking for a rtl8812bu adapter that has very good performance, this adapter should be on your short list.
Review by @morrownr : This adapter has performed very well. It is a single-state, single-function adapter, which is what we want.
Good:
It is fast. I have consistently measured around 545 Mbps (clean DFS channel) using iperf3 with the out-of-kernel driver. Testing with the in-kernel driver in kernel 6.3 as of 2023-04-10 shows an iperf3 score of 410 Mbps. The in-kernel driver appears to be stable at this point and the performance is reasonably good. Optimizations continue to be merged.
The adapter comes with a nice extension cable/stand. One of the best designs that I have used.
The quality seems to be above average.
The antennas are removable so you can use replacement directional antennas if you want and the ability to move the antennas to the position you want is good.
Average:
Thermal characteristics are average as the adapter will become warm to the touch if running iperf3 for an extended period of time. There are no slits or holes to help with heat during heavy use. This should not be a problem for most use cases as my testing in this regard is torture. I would prefer to see slits or small holes to allow for some airflow.
Bad:
None
Overall: If you are looking for a rtl8812bu adapter that has very good performance, this adapter should be on your short list.
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