{"product_id":"d-link-dwa-x1850","title":"D-Link DWA-X1850 AX1800 Wi-Fi 6 USB Adapter","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"ace-d-link-dwa-x1850-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n#ace-d-link-dwa-x1850-copy { font-family: inherit; color: inherit; }\n\/* Reuses the current ACE calculator FAQ disclosure treatment. 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It suits a desktop that needs wireless access or a laptop whose existing wireless connection is ready for an upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAX1800 wireless capability combines support for 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks with WPA3 security and a USB 3.2Gen 1 connection. Use the driver intended for the installed hardware and operating system, then pair it with a suitable router to make use of its supported features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWireless Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi 6 with up to 574Mbps on 2.4GHz or 1200Mbps on 5GHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOFDMA, MU-MIMO and beamforming with compatible infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated antennas in a compact USB adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHost Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB 3.2Gen 1, also called USB 3.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-loaded Windows 10 installation driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindows 11 support requires the compatible published driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Security\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWPA2 and WPA3 support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable 23.6g adapter body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpgrade Without Opening the Computer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the adapter to a suitable USB port to add a wireless interface to a compatible Windows computer. This is useful for a desktop away from the router or a laptop using an older wireless connection. A driver installation is still required; pre-loaded drivers simplify setup rather than proving compatibility with every operating system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose the Band That Suits the Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, with theoretical link rates up to 574Mbps and 1200Mbps respectively. AX1800 is its combined wireless class, not a promise that a single transfer receives both band rates added together. Router capability, channel conditions, distance and interference affect the link available to the computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse a Suitable USB Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB 3.2Gen 1 provides the host interface and is also known as USB 3.0. A slower USB port can limit throughput, so use a compatible USB 3.0-or-higher port when practical. The adapter is a wireless network interface, not an Ethernet converter, mobile-SIM modem or standalone Internet hotspot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWork With Compatible Wi-Fi 6 Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOFDMA and MU-MIMO support more efficient communication in a compatible Wi-Fi 6 network, while beamforming helps focus the wireless connection. Benefits depend on the router, clients and supported operating modes. The adapter also supports compatible earlier Wi-Fi standards for use with an existing network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep Wireless Access Protected\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWPA2 and WPA3 support allow a suitable security mode to be selected for the network. Use settings supported by both the router and the driver, keep credentials private and install the correct available driver updates. WPA3 capability does not replace a strong password or normal computer security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck the Operating System Before Purchase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied regional A1 datasheet lists Windows 10 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions. The manufacturer also published an A1 driver adding Windows 11 support. Confirm the actual hardware version and use the matching driver; do not assume support for macOS, Linux or Windows-on-ARM from the USB connector alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DWA-X1850 offers a straightforward USB route to dual-band Wi-Fi 6 for a compatible Windows computer. Choose it for wireless access without an internal card, and check the operating system, driver and router capability before planning around maximum link rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ace-article-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Work With Windows 11?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer published an A1 driver adding Windows 11 support. Install the driver appropriate to the actual hardware revision. The regional datasheet also lists Windows 10 in 32-bit and 64-bit versions; do not assume a Windows driver supports macOS, Linux or Windows-on-ARM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Create an Internet Connection by Itself?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a USB Wi-Fi network adapter. You still need a suitable Wi-Fi router or access point and an Internet service behind that network. It has no mobile-SIM modem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eIs AX1800 a Single 1800Mbps Transfer?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. AX1800 combines the wireless classes of its bands. The published links are up to 574Mbps at 2.4GHz or 1200Mbps at 5GHz. Actual throughput is lower and depends on the host, router, network and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eCan I Use a USB 2.0 Port?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA slower USB port may restrict performance. The manufacturer recommends USB 3.2Gen 1, also known as USB 3.0, or higher for the intended connection. Verify a compatible driver is installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eDoes It Support WPA3?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, WPA3 is listed alongside WPA2. The selected security mode must also be supported by the router, client software and driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"ace-form-disclosure\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3 class=\"ace-form-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-title-text\"\u003eWhat Warranty Is Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-expand\"\u003eExpand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-collapse\"\u003eCollapse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ace-form-chevron\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"ace-form-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 3-year warranty applies, subject to the applicable product and component terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"D-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44842878631995,"sku":"DWA-X1850","price":41.81,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0557\/4541\/3179\/files\/d-link-dwa-x1850-ax1800-wi-fi-6-usb-adapter-6605250.png?v=1793694082","url":"https:\/\/aceperipherals.com\/zh\/products\/d-link-dwa-x1850","provider":"ACE Peripherals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}