--- product_id: 54700123 title: "Alfa USB Adapter AWUS036ACS" brand: "alfa network" price: "AED 201" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Alfa Network" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/54700123-alfa-usb-adapter-awus036acs store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # 433 Mbps max speed 802.11ac Dual-Band Wi-Fi Wide OS compatibility Alfa USB Adapter AWUS036ACS **Brand:** alfa network **Price:** AED 201 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Elevate your Wi-Fi game with Alfa’s ultimate USB adapter! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Alfa USB Adapter AWUS036ACS by alfa network - **How much does it cost?** AED 201 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/54700123-alfa-usb-adapter-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 - β€’ **Plug & Play Versatility:** Effortless setup across Windows, Mac (up to 10.15), and Linux platforms. - β€’ **Compact Powerhouse Design:** Sleek, space-saving form factor that won’t block adjacent USB ports. - β€’ **Trusted Taiwan Engineering:** Premium build quality with a strong reputation beyond Mainland China alternatives. - β€’ **Unmatched Signal Sensitivity:** High-gain external antenna ensures superior coverage and stable connections. - β€’ **Blazing-Fast Dual-Band Connectivity:** Seamlessly switch between 2.4GHz and 5GHz for lag-free streaming and gaming. ## Overview The Alfa Network AWUS036ACS USB adapter delivers cutting-edge 802.11ac dual-band Wi-Fi with speeds up to 433 Mbps on 5GHz and 150 Mbps on 2.4GHz. Its compact design and high-sensitivity external antenna optimize signal strength and coverage, ensuring smooth streaming and gaming. Compatible with a broad range of operating systems including Windows XP through 10, MacOS up to 10.15, and Linux, this Taiwan-engineered device is a reliable upgrade for professionals demanding stable, high-performance wireless connectivity. ## Description Buy Review: Highly recommend - After setting up on parrot os it works as described the size is compact makes it easy to carry its plug and play works straight out the box and the range is incredible and picks up every network around my area even networks phones can’t pick up so in all fairness value for money and easy to install defo recommend Review: Works as promised - Was looking for a USB network adapter not Made in China and after some web research decided to give ALFA a go and while it doesn't specifically say Made in Taiwan on the box (see image), I doubt you'd get anything from Mainland China that says Taiwan on it and the website promises Made in Taiwan, so I'm good with that. Works fine, installation from CD is a tad clunky - fortunately we still have CD-ROM drives on our desktops but going forward, ALFA should make the download driver files a bit easier to find on their website (they're there, under Support > Downloads > WiFi USB adapter > [select model], but not linked from the product description). Still, all in all, very happy. Addendum: So we bought a second one for the office because for some reason the inbuilt Intel wireless struggled to maintain a stable link to the new fibre internet). The second dongle was a bit more of a faff, a) the CD-based installation failed to install the Realtek utility and I had to use the online driver and b) for some reason it wasn't showing all networks even though the PC right next to it was. On the bright side, tech support was very responsive and the problem went away by itself. But in the process I did find out that their recommendation is to have 3-5m distance between dongles. So if you're having issues and have more than one in close proximity, that may be an issue. ## 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 | 13,456 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 127 in USB Computer Network Adapters | | Brand Name | ALFA Network | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | [Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Smart TV, Projector] | | Compatible Operating System Family | Linux, MacOS, Windows | | Country of Origin | Taiwan | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,225) | | Data Link Protocol | USB | | Data Transfer Rate | 433 Megabits Per Second | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.5L x 2.5W x 1H centimetres | | Manufacturer | ALFA Network | | Manufacturer Part Number | AWUS036ACS | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, Windows XP | | Model Number | AWUS036ACS | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ALFA Network - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible Operating System Family:** Linux, MacOS, Windows - **Compatible devices:** [Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, Smart TV, Projector] - **Data link protocol:** USB - **Data transfer rate:** 433 Megabits Per Second - **Hardware interface:** USB - **Manufacturer:** ALFA Network - **Minimum Required Operating System Version:** Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, Windows XP - **Product dimensions:** 5.5L x 2.5W x 1H centimetres ## Images ![Alfa USB Adapter AWUS036ACS - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zQTwtJjuL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does this support only station mode only rather than ap mode + station mode?** A: Monitor and station modes are definitely supported. The unit is among those that were recommended in Linux Kali pentesting lists, so mon is essential. Check pentesting mentions for more. **Q: Dose it work with MacOS 10.14 ?** A: I can only observe that it works automatically with Windows 10, and needs packages for Debian based Linux distros. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommend *by L***Y on 31 December 2025* After setting up on parrot os it works as described the size is compact makes it easy to carry its plug and play works straight out the box and the range is incredible and picks up every network around my area even networks phones can’t pick up so in all fairness value for money and easy to install defo recommend ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works as promised *by M***R on 26 November 2024* Was looking for a USB network adapter not Made in China and after some web research decided to give ALFA a go and while it doesn't specifically say Made in Taiwan on the box (see image), I doubt you'd get anything from Mainland China that says Taiwan on it and the website promises Made in Taiwan, so I'm good with that. Works fine, installation from CD is a tad clunky - fortunately we still have CD-ROM drives on our desktops but going forward, ALFA should make the download driver files a bit easier to find on their website (they're there, under Support > Downloads > WiFi USB adapter > [select model], but not linked from the product description). Still, all in all, very happy. Addendum: So we bought a second one for the office because for some reason the inbuilt Intel wireless struggled to maintain a stable link to the new fibre internet). The second dongle was a bit more of a faff, a) the CD-based installation failed to install the Realtek utility and I had to use the online driver and b) for some reason it wasn't showing all networks even though the PC right next to it was. On the bright side, tech support was very responsive and the problem went away by itself. But in the process I did find out that their recommendation is to have 3-5m distance between dongles. So if you're having issues and have more than one in close proximity, that may be an issue. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Monitor Mode on my VM Linux *by M***O on 15 September 2025* This item works perfectly fine. Save much money instead of buying other expensive ones. Monitor Mode for VM Kali Linux. But note: you have to download some realtek latest drivers online or use the various snytas to update your machine for it work fine. ## Frequently Bought Together - ALFA Network AWUS036ACS Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC600 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported - Alfa Network APA-M25 Dual Band 2.4GHz/5GHz 8 / 10dBi high gain Directional Indoor Panel Antenna with RP-SMA Connector (Compare to Asus WL-ANT-157) - 【New Version Type-C WiFi USB】 ALFA AWUS036ACH Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas – 2.4GHz 300Mbps/5GHz 867Mbps – 802.11ac & A, B, G, N --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/54700123-alfa-usb-adapter-awus036acs](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/54700123-alfa-usb-adapter-awus036acs) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*