User Review

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FAQ - some common questions about Alfa AWUS036NH 2000mW USB adapter w/ 5 dBi antenna kit:

Can I manually adjust the output power? Output power is controlled internally by the adapter. It is not user adjustable. Though you may find a utility that lets you tinker with that, it is not recommended.
SECURITY WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) 64bit & 128bit WPA (WiFi Protected Access) ACL (Access Control List)

NETWORKING NextGen Series supports bridge, static routing and dynamic routing features.

Since this has 2000mW output, it will have the longest range and stronger signals than any other product with lesser power, right? Sometimes retailers have a tendency to promote a specific attribute of a product as if it is the only thing that matters. In fact, while higher output is a good thing, it is not the only thing that determines your range and signal strength. Also, the 2000mW number is a maximum number, not a typical operating number. For normal users, output power will not exceed 1000mW let alone get near 2000mW. Some users may expect that because this has 2000mW of max output, this product will have twice the range of Alfa's 1-watt AWUS036H. This is not the case. Please see the paragraph above this FAQ box for a comparison of this item and Alfa's AWUS036H 802.11g product.

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How far away can I pick up signals with this? For this question there is no exact answer. Wireless range is an imperfect science. The range you get with any adapter will vary markedly depending on the strength and quality of the wireless access point being used, as well as obstacles and interference in the area. Keep in mind that interference can often be invisible. The Alfa is the longest range and most powerful standalone wireless adapter on the market at the time of this writing. Basically, if this kit does not work for you, you will likely need to look into some sort of high gain outdoor setup. If you are trying to pick up signals from far away, and are not sure this will give you enough range, please contact us with details about your situation and we may be able to offer an opinion.

I am planning to upgrade to 802.11n. Is this all I need? To take full advantage of longer ranges and faster speeds offered by 802.11n networking, both the router and adapter must be 802.11n standard. You can connect to 802.11g networks with this, but you will not experience the longer ranges and faster speeds of 802.11n networking unless the router is also 802.11n standard. Additionally, for optimal performance your 802.11n router should be set to 802.11n-only mode, and not Mixed G/N mode.