---
product_id: 258245971
title: "ALFA Network AWUS036ACS"
brand: "alfa network"
price: "€ 60.16"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 1
category: "Alfa Network"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/258245971-alfa-network-awus036acs
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
---

# Up to 433Mbps Speed Compact 5.5 x 2.5 x 1 cm Design 802.11ac Dual-Band Wi-Fi ALFA Network AWUS036ACS

**Brand:** alfa network
**Price:** € 60.16
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your Wi-Fi game with speed and coverage that keeps you ahead of the pack!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ALFA Network AWUS036ACS by alfa network
- **How much does it cost?** € 60.16 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/258245971-alfa-network-awus036acs)

## Best For

- alfa network enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted alfa network brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Extended Signal Reach:** High-sensitivity external antennas maximize coverage, eliminating dead zones in your workspace or home.
- • **Space-Smart USB Design:** Compact form factor ensures no blockage of adjacent USB ports on your laptop or desktop.
- • **Plug & Play Convenience:** USB 2.0 interface delivers easy setup and reliable connection without bulky hardware.
- • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Supports Windows XP through 10, MacOS 10.4 to 10.12, and Linux for versatile device connectivity.
- • **Blazing Dual-Band Performance:** Seamlessly switch between 2.4GHz (150Mbps) and 5GHz (433Mbps) for lag-free streaming and gaming.

## Overview

The ALFA Network AWUS036ACS is a compact, dual-band USB wireless adapter featuring the latest 802.11ac technology. Delivering up to 433Mbps on 5GHz and 150Mbps on 2.4GHz, it ensures smooth streaming, gaming, and browsing with extended signal coverage via high-sensitivity external antennas. Compatible with a wide range of Windows and MacOS versions, this adapter is designed for professionals seeking reliable, high-speed wireless connectivity without sacrificing USB port space.

## Description

Wide range 802.11ac dual band USB wireless adapter AWUS036ACS brings extreme distances and with blazing speed to your Mac or Windows computers in your WiFi network. Up to 150Mbps for 2.4GHz network and up to 433Mbps for 5.0GHz network, AWUS036ACS connects to your PC with USB 2.0 with AC600 Wi-Fi technology to provide superb performance. Inheriting years of experiences in wireless industry, ALFA AWUS036ACS is built with latest 802.11ac standards, plus high-sensitivity dual band antennas, resulting in extraordinary signal strength and coverage. No more signal dead zone in your living space when streaming HD video, downloading large files or surfing on the web.

Review: Bad Experience, USB Dock missing on order as per description - Description about product is inaccurate and parts are missing in delivery. It was mention USB Dock is included but its missing in delivery, only adaptor delivered.

## Features

- Cutting-Edge, latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology. Dual-Band 2.4GHz(150Mbps) and 5GHz(433Mbps) Performance to prevent network freezing and lags when streaming and gaming online
- High-Sensitivity Dual-Band external antenna optimizes signal for more coverage
- Compact design, saving space without blocking other USB peripherals on your laptop/desktop computer
- Driver support for Windows XP/ Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10, Apple MacOS 10.4 to 10.12 and Linux.
- Note: No driver to support Mac OS version beyond 10.15, nor support M1/M2 chipset.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0752CTSGD |
| Best Sellers Rank | #23,544 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #195 in USB Computer Network Adapters |
| Brand | ALFA Network |
| Color | Black |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | [Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Smart TV, Projector] |
| Compatible devices | [Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Smart TV, Projector] |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,197 Reviews |
| Data Link Protocol | USB |
| Data Transfer Rate | 433 Megabits Per Second |
| Data link protocol | USB |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware interface | USB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.5L x 2.5W x 1H centimeters |
| Manufacturer | ALFA Network |
| Product dimensions | 5.5L x 2.5W x 1H centimeters |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ALFA Network
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** [Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Smart TV, Projector]
- **Hardware interface:** USB
- **Product dimensions:** 5.5L x 2.5W x 1H centimeters

## Images

![ALFA Network AWUS036ACS - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zQTwtJjuL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does this have monitor mode and packet injection?**
A: yes it does support monitor and packet injection, as it is a Realtek RTL8811AU chipset, you might have to install the specific drivers in some linux distro's

**Q: I cant see the wifi adapter on Kali linux. I installed the drivers on mi host machine and still can’t find the wifi adapter on iwconfig.**
A: If running Kali Linux from Virtual Box. Make sure is not running. Plug in the Adapter. Right click on the Kali Image and select Settings. GO to USB tab. Select USB 2.0. Click on the green + to add a USB.  You should see Realtek 802.1.... WLAN Adapter. Select it and save. Unplug the adapter and start Kali Linux. After is started plug in the adapter.

**Q: Will this work for a rasberry pie?**
A: For USB wireless adapter working with Raspberry Pi, we'd recommend you to get an AWUS036AC/EAC (normal power) or AWUS036ACH (long range, please pay attention to USB power supply from Raspvberry Pi) for best driver compatibility.  
Sample command syntax for the driver installation fro your reference: 

Install git

(sudo) apt install git

Install kernel headers
(sudo) apt-get install raspberrypi-kernel-headers

DRV_NAME=rtl8812AU
DRV_VERSION=4.3.14
mkdir /usr/src/${DRV_NAME}-${DRV_VERSION}
git archive driver-${DRV_VERSION} | tar -x -C /usr/src/${DRV_NAME}-${DRV_VERSION}
dkms add -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}
dkms build -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}
dkms install -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}

**Q: Does this works when packet injecting and monitoring mode on Kali Linux?**
A: Yes, the chipset allows it, but it needs the proper drivers

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Bad Experience, USB Dock missing on order as per description
*by L***J on 18 January 2021*

Description about product is inaccurate and parts are missing in delivery. It was mention USB Dock is included but its missing in delivery, only adaptor delivered.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-02*