Edimax AC600 EW-7811UTC WLAN adapter

The Edimax AC600 EW-7811UTC is a compact USB wireless adapter that supports the draft IEEE 802.11ac standard and is backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n. It provides dual-band connectivity for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks and delivers maximum Wi‑Fi speeds of up to 150 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 433 Mbps on 5 GHz. The adapter is USB powered, lightweight and designed for easy portability while adding 802.11ac performance to laptops and PCs.

Advantages

The adapter offers dual-band operation to reduce interference and allow you to separate everyday tasks (email, web browsing) on 2.4 GHz from high-bandwidth activities (video streaming, online gaming) on 5 GHz. It supports the faster 802.11ac standard for improved throughput, includes a hardware WPS button for simple secure connections, and is supplied with an easy setup wizard and drivers for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X. Its mini, low-profile form factor keeps the adapter unobtrusive when plugged into a USB port.

Suitable for

• Upgrading older laptops and desktops to 802.11ac Wi‑Fi
• Streaming HD video and online gaming over 5 GHz
• General web browsing and email on 2.4 GHz
• Portable use with USB-powered devices

Key specifications

• Standards: draft IEEE 802.11ac; backward compatible with IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
• Dual-band: 2.4 GHz (up to 150 Mbps) and 5 GHz (up to 433 Mbps)
• Maximum data rate: 600 Mbit/s (combined theoretical)
• Interface: USB (USB 2.0 compatible)
• Security: Wi‑Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button for easy secure connections
• Supported OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Linux, Mac OS X
• Colour: Black; Weight: approx. 0.003 kg

How to use

Plug the EW-7811UTC into an available USB port on your PC or laptop. Install the supplied drivers or run the easy setup wizard to complete software installation if your operating system does not automatically recognize the device. Use the WPS button on the adapter and your router to establish a secure connection quickly, or select the desired SSID and enter the network password through your OS network manager. Choose the 5 GHz band for streaming and gaming or 2.4 GHz for general browsing as needed.

Recommendations

Place the adapter in an unobstructed USB port for best signal reception and use the 5 GHz band when possible for lower interference and higher throughput. Ensure your router supports 802.11ac to benefit from maximum speeds and keep device drivers up to date for optimal performance.