Product ID: USB150WN1X1W
In stock: US: 2782 | CA: 14
The USB150WN1X1W USB Wireless Network Adapter lets you add high-speed Wireless-N connectivity to a desktop or laptop system through USB.
Using a 1T1R (1 Transmitter/1 Receiver) design over the 2.4GHz frequency, the USB WiFi adapter is capable of data transfer rates up to 150Mbps over an 802.11n network. The adapter uses a small form factor design that makes it conveniently portable and unobtrusive, when connected to a computer - it can even be left connected your laptop when in a carrying bag, without worry of damaging the adapter or the host port.
Backward compatible with 802.11b/g networks (11/54Mbps), this USB wireless adapter is a versatile wireless networking solution, offering support for security options such as WEP, WPA or WPA2, as well as wireless Quality of Service (QoS) support and quick device connection through Wireless Protected Setup (WPS).
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Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
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Connector(s) | 1 - Connector Type(s) | Wireless N (IEEE 802.11n) |
USB Type-A (4 pin) USB 2.0 | ||
Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) | |
Humidity | 10~90% RH | |
Hardware | Interface | Wireless Ethernet |
Bus Type | USB 2.0 | |
Antenna Configuration | 1x1:1 (TxR:S) | |
Industry Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n | |
Chipset ID | Realtek - RTL8188EUS | |
Packaging Information | Package Height | 0.2 in [6 mm] |
Package Length | 3.3 in [85 mm] | |
Shipping (Package) Weight | 1.4 oz [41 g] | |
Package Width | 2.2 in [56 mm] | |
Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 150 Mbps |
Full Duplex Support | Yes | |
Frequency | 2.4 GHz | |
Security Features | WPA and WPA2-PSK Data Encryption | |
WEP Data Encryption | ||
TKIP/AES | ||
MTBF | 44,000 Hours | |
Physical Characteristics | Weight of Product | 0.1 oz [2 g] |
Color | White | |
Material | Plastic | |
Product Length | 0.7 in [19 mm] | |
Product Width | 0.6 in [15 mm] | |
Product Height | 0.3 in [8 mm] | |
Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
Software | OS Compatibility | Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2003, 2008 R2, 2012, 2016, 2019 Mac OS® 10.5 to 10.14 Linux 2.6.x to 3.5, 4.4 to 4.11.x LTS Versions only |
Special Notes / Requirements | System and Cable Requirements | Available USB port |
What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | USB Wireless Adapter |
Driver CD | ||
Instruction Manual |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Users\your_name\Downloads).
Note: If the Run as Administrator option is not available, you might be attempting to run the installer from within the zipped file. Extract the files using the instructions in Step 2.
Prior to installing this device, ensure that your operating system is up to date (for example, you have installed the most recent service pack).
To install the driver:
Note: Windows will typically save the files to the Downloads folder that is associated with your user account (for example, C:\Documents and Settings\your_name\My Documents\Downloads).
Starting in High Sierra 10.13, macOS enforces stricter security policies than previous revisions. As a result of these changes, software packages, like those used in this installation, will need to be allowed within the macOS Security and Privacy settings, immediately after the software has been installed, in order for the device to operate.
To allow the software, follow these steps after you've completed installation on your Mac:
Note: The option to allow the software will be available within the Security & Privacy settings for 30 minutes. If the software is not allowed within that time frame, the software must be reinstalled in order for macOS to grant the opportunity to allow it again.
If the USB device does not work after your computer has been in extended hibernation, it is likely that Windows has automatically turned off the USB Root hub to save power.
The steps below outline how to configure the USB root hub to stay on during hibernation, to prevent this from happening.
Windows 10 / 8
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows 7 / Vista
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
Windows XP
Note: You may need to disconnect and re-connect your USB device after applying these settings to re-establish the connection.
To confirm that Windows detects your USB device, complete the following:
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your USB device, complete the following:
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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