Reddit reviews OURLINK 600Mbps mini 802.11ac Dual Band 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Network Adapter USB WI-FI Dongle Adapter with 5dBi Antenna Support WIN VISTA,WIN 7,WIN 8.1, WIN 10,MAC OS X 10.9-10.13

How would this compare to the adapter I bought last year? The current price difference is $3.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TX8IDA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you really don't want to connect via Ethernet then buy a new wifi adapter preferably AC STANDARD

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018TX8IDA/ref=psdcmw_13983791_t2_B01CCMUN8C

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TX8IDA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

it is a wireless connection through this adapter, but i'm only a few feet away from it. Do any of these options help?

I got this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018TX8IDA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522170857&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=wireless+adapter&dpPl=1&dpID=31N0alLcZEL&ref=plSrch

However if you got the scratch people are always recommending this one:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HF8K0O6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522170888&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=wireless+adapter+gigabyte&dpPl=1&dpID=41BpgO0sa-L&ref=plSrch


That's exactly what I did is get a longer Ethernet cord. I use a USB extension cable so I can place my adapter in the best spot.

Nope. These are really good.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018TX8IDA/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1504136993&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=wifi+usb&dpPl=1&dpID=31N0alLcZEL&ref=plSrch

Hey,

I'm wondering what is a good wifi adapter to buy for my computer. I've recently purchased two separate wifi adapters in an attempt to match the speeds my phone [nexus 6p] gets on the wifi in my apartment.

My phone gets 150mbps, while both of the adapters I've bought struggle to hit even 50mbps. I bought this adapter as well as [this]
(https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TX8IDA) adapter. I figured the first one didn't match the speeds because it didn't use 802.11ac, however upon getting the second one it also has terrible speeds.

Tethering my phone to my computer [and disabling mobile data] gets the same speeds on my computer as on the phone, so I don't think it is a problem with my computer specifically but I'm not sure.

Thanks

edit: on all adapters and phone I've been connecting to a 5G access point that is relatively distant away, a floor up of my room.

TP-Link is on Newegg reviews saying things like "Unfortunately we do not have full support on Windows 10 at this time" in regards to this network adapter driver and they're recommending their other products.

If you can't find a good driver, this adapter works well for us after just plugging it into Windows 10. It has a full signal, is stable, and maxes out our plan speed: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018TX8IDA

A cheapish USB one definitely wont get speeds like a dedicated ethernet cable but in my experience it's good enough. Where you are relative to your wifi source will make a difference as well.

I use this one and am pretty far from my router. On wire I can get up to 120-140 mbps and on this wifi adapter I can get up to 80.

This has WiFi AC and dual 2.4ghz/5ghz for $13


OURLINK 600Mbps mini 802.11ac Dual Band 2.4GHz/5GHz Wireless Network Adapter USB WI-FI Dongle Adapter with 5dBi Antenna Support WIN VISTA,WIN 7,WIN 8.1, WIN 10,MAC OS X 10.9-10.13 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xiQOCb9HYCQ78

Count me among the few here that have been disappointed in this wireless adapter. It would overheat after half an hour of downloading games from Steam. Chucked it and picked up this clumsy looking Glamhobby usb adapter instead. It ran for a day downloading several hundred gigs of data without conking out, but it works better plugged in the back of your pc out of sight.

You need a wifi adapter something like this.

There should be tons of options out there. The main thing to look for is “AC” wifi standard (I assume your router supports AC or AX if it’s a newer model) and the bigger the antennae the better.

This was recommended to me last time. I didn’t get it because I opted for a mesh network instead but it looks really capable.

buy a repeater for wireless

-how far away is the router/modem from your pc you want to connect, somtimes just moving the modem and thus the wifi signal will make it work.

I would move it closer/close as possible to the area your trying to cover-then make sure it is in the open. Not in a cbinet or between something. You can use the wifi tool to see the changes.

The wifi receiver on your end (PC)should also be in the open-not stuffed up against a wall.

The 5ghz channel would probably solve the issue-as thats what it does -more power. The adapter you have for the PC may not be dual channel. You can get a cheap adapter like this that does for under 20.

https://www.amazon.com/OURLINK-600Mbps-802-11ac-Wireless-10-6-10-12-4/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_tr_t_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=H7NT6YNNA9XWZD3TNNZN

are you sure the 5ghz channel is on in the AIO?

Your phone (if moderately new) should be able to see the 5ghz channel if it is broadcasting-if the pc does not have the ability

I want to get a cheap usb Wi-Fi adapter to use while on vacation so I don't have to run an Ethernet cable through my relative's house. I'm looking for sub $20 on amazon. Would any of these support light multiplayer gaming? I'm showing my family VR games. Cheaper is better because this is probably the only time I'll use it.

OURLINK for $20

TP Link for $10

Wise Tiger for $13

Amazon has some cheap 5gHz adapters EXAMPLE

Actually, if you want to get wifi for your PC, you don't need to buy a new motherboard. There are wifi cards you can buy, like [this one](https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Wireless-Express-Adapter-TL-WDN4800/dp/B007GMPZ0A (which plugs directly into your motherboard) (which plugs directly into your motherboard) or this one (which you plug into a usb port in the front/back of your computer).

But yes, the motherboard generally doesn't get upgraded on its own too often.

Here's the thing though, different generations and brands of CPU use different motherboard sockets, meaning that if you were to buy a new Intel CPU, it wouldn't be compatible with your current motherboard. You'd have to buy a new motherboard that is compatible with the series/generation of the CPU you're buying.

The power supply doesn't really need to be upgraded unless you need the extra wattage or you currently have a lower-quality power supply. A higher-quality PSU should last several years.

You're right about the ram - it doesn't usually get upgraded unless you need more. However, with Intel's skylake chips that came out a year or two ago, DDR4 ram became the new standard. It's not cross-compatible with DDR3, the previous standard; as a result of that, when you buy a new CPU and motherboard (if it's Skylake or newer), you'll also have to buy all new DDR4 ram as well, as you won't be able to use DDR3.

Depending on usage case, I'd say the most often upgraded part is the GPU.

I got this. PCI-E cards are usually the recommended route but I got this because I ran out of PCI-E power cords (greedy 980ti). Also, USB dongle's have gotten a lot better recently. Works surprisingly well and will be handy to have around when I move over to an ethernet connection.

I have had very good luck with the generic wifi to usb ones when they go on sale for under $10. I travel for work a lot and always carry an extra to use if the hotel wifi is weak.

Here are a bunch of them available at NewEgg

https://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&DEPA=0&Order=BESTMATCH&Description=usb+wifi+adapter&ignorear=0&N=-1&isNodeId=1

The $12 Corn Electronic one looks like some that I have had good luck with. You can also buy different antennas to boost the signal, changing the ones to potentially boost the signal.

Here is one for $13 on Amazon with over 2,000 reviews
https://www.amazon.com/OURLINK-600Mbps-802-11ac-Wireless-10-9-10-13/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=pd_day0_hl_147_2/137-1755556-7136352?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B018TX8IDA&pd_rd_r=a7ae4928-33f2-11e9-85c8-8db3782fc9c9&pd_rd_w=gZWWQ&pd_rd_wg=GHUzn&pf_rd_p=ad07871c-e646-4161-82c7-5ed0d4c85b07&pf_rd_r=PZQVTAEE7GQEEWTW8YSP&psc=1&refRID=PZQVTAEE7GQEEWTW8YSP

For an internal just add dual band and it might limit your search a little.
Here is what I found on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=PCI-E+dual+band+wireless

I just picked this up, I'm assuming it should do the job for light web browsing/YouTube? Possibly some old school runescape lol. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_HrqzzbPMK5TPK

> In my view, the only reason you would get a USB wifi is as a temporary solution while you wait for .......

You list antenna and performance being worse for USB... which makes it look like you are not aware of options out there.

If you want cheap with a standard omni antenna (replaceable), you can get an 11ac dongle like the ac600 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018TX8IDA/

For a workhorse capable of long range connections, driver versatility, and well establish reputation, the Alfa AWUS models are at the top. The Alfa AWUS036NH is a well supported old workhorse of many packet capture analysts and hackers, though the AWUS036ACH is the latest with modern speeds.

There is no wrong path here.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018TX8IDA

Depends, that doesn't look like it has great antenna so if router is below you may be fine. You would have better luck with something such as https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IRASRJ0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 which offers high gain to be able to capture signal through walls and minimize any lag as possible. and cheaper choice would be https://www.amazon.com/Glam-Hobby-802-11ac-Wireless-10-6-10-11-5/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=sr_1_8?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1474605373&sr=1-8&keywords=Dual+Antenna+wifi+adapter

Just buy a cheap USB wifi dongle

https://www.amazon.com/OURLINK-600Mbps-802-11ac-Wireless-10-9-10-12-4/dp/B018TX8IDA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1518398802&sr=8-4&keywords=usb+wifi+dongle