AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter
DWA-181
- Product Status (Revision A1): Live
Tiny but mighty performance.
Add this extra small, extra convenient adapter to any USB port on devices like laptops and computers. Bring fast 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi, MU-MIMO efficiency and the latest WPA3 network security to any computer in no time.
Upgrade to faster Wi-Fi.
Plug into a USB port and connect to better Wi-Fi. Enjoy up to 867 Mbps on the 5Ghz band, or up to 400 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. Ideal as a Wi-Fi upgrade for older devices that want to connect to newer routers or devices without a wireless network interface controller.
 | Fast Wi-Fi Features 802.11ac Wave 2 wireless technology to provide up to 1.3 Gbps1, which is up to x3 faster speeds the previous generation. |
 | Dual-band wireless Sends your devices the best speeds possible over the 5GHz and 2GHz bands. |
 | MU-MIMO efficiency Delivers high-speed Wi-Fi to all your devices at once without any strain on the network. |
Easy to connect to the internet.
With almost universal compatibility, you can use the adapter whether you’ve got a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer*. Simply plug into your USB port for a hassle-free setup in seconds. Enjoy connecting to available nearby Wi-Fi networks exactly the same way as devices with a wireless network interface controller. Simply select the Wi-Fi network you want to join.
Small simplicity.
Its tiny design, with a 0.7cm protrusion, gives you extra space and means you don’t have to worry about damaging your USB port if you travel around with your laptop. Add wireless access without any bulky antennas or distracting flashing lights and enjoy compact convenience. Keep it in the USB port and connect anywhere, or it fits in any laptop bag or sleeve.
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Specs
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Connectivity
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Wireless AC Wireless AC Wave 2 |
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Dual-Band
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Supported
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MU-MIMO
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Supported
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Interface
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USB 2.0 |
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Wireless speed
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400 Mbps 2.4 GHz 867 Mbps 5 GHz |
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Type of device
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USB Wi-Fi adapter |
*Compatible with Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (32 & 64-bit driver support), Linux 5.6.1.5 (supports kernel 3.11~4.15 only), MAC OS 10.09~10.14.
1 Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11ac/n/g/b specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range.
2 Using a USB 1.1 port will affect device performance. USB 2.0 port or higher recommended.
Support
| Version | Date | Type | File Size | |
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| Datasheet EN | - | 0.15mb | Download |
| Version | Description | Date | Type | File Size | |
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| Manual 1.00 RevA1 | Product Manual | 22.10.2019 | - | - | Download |
| Version | Description | Date | |
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| Driver Win 2.00 RevA1 | Win Driver | 16.5.2022 | Download |
| Driver Win 1.02 RevA1 | Win Driver | 18.9.2020 | Download |
| Driver Linux 5.8.7.1 RevD1 | Driver for Linux 2.6.24~ 5.3 version |
16.6.2020 | Download |
| Driver Mac 5.0.9.B7 RevA1 | Mac driver Support MAC OS: 10.09~10.15 Support WPA3 |
31.3.2020 | Download |
| Driver Win 1.01 RevA1 | Win Driver | 9.12.2019 | Download |
| Driver Mac 5.0.9.B5 RevA1 | Mac driver Support MAC OS: 10.09~10.14 |
30.10.2019 | Download |
| Driver Win 1.00 RevA1 | Win Driver | 19.4.2019 | Download |