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NETGEAR Certified Refurbished AC1200 Wi-Fi USB Adapter High Gain Dual Band USB 3.0 (A6210-10000R)
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Brand | NETGEAR |
Hardware Interface | USB |
Color | Black |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop |
Product Dimensions | 6.36"L x 5.31"W x 1.61"H |
Data Link Protocol | 802_11_ABGNAC |
Data Transfer Rate | 1200 Megabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 0.09 Kilograms |
About this item
- Ultimate range and performance
- Faster access with USB 3.0; compatible with USB 2.0
- High gain antennas for improved performance.Compatible with USB 2.0 and the latest 11ac WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices.
- Beam forming+ technology boosts speed, range and reliability.Desktop Dock for flexible placement
- WiFi Performance:AC1200 (300 Mbps / 867 Mbps)
- USB 3.0 Adapter
- High-gain antennas.System Requirements Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, XP, Vista: (32/64-bit). Intel Pentium class PC
- Lag-free, multiple HD streams throughout your home and device
- Beamforming+ for maximum range
- Supports Windows PC, does not support Apple Mac
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A6210
- Ultimate 802.11ac range & performance
- Faster access with USB 3.0
- High gain antennas for improved performance
- Stream multiple HD videos simultaneously
- Works with 802.11a/b/g/n and ac devices
AC1200 High Gain WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter
802.11ac Dual Band USB 3.0
The NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter with high-gain antennas provides 3x faster access than USB 2.0. Wirelessly connect your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for applications such as lag-free, multiple HD streams throughout your home.
- Beamforming+ technology boosts speed, range and reliability
- Desktop dock for flexible placement
- Push ‘N’ Connect – secured connection at the push of a button
- Supports Windows PC, does not support Apple Mac
Compatible with next generation WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices, the AC1200 WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter delivers up to 300/867 Mbps and dual band WiFi technology. With the NETGEAR Push ‘N’ Connect feature, enjoy a secured wireless Internet connection, at the push of a button.
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Easy to install | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
WiFi signal | 4.0 | 5.0 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
Tech Support | 3.6 | — | 3.5 | 3.7 | 3.8 | 4.5 |
For gaming | 3.6 | — | 3.4 | 3.9 | 3.8 | — |
Value for money | — | — | 4.3 | 4.4 | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Sold By | Techno Market | ioGiant | Proudstar | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
data transfer rate | 1200 megabits per second | 1800 megabits per second | 1267 megabytes per second | 1267 megabits per second | 1800 megabits per second | 1201 megabits per second |
data link protocol | 802 11 ABGNAC | IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5GHz, IEEE 802.11ax/n/g/b 2.4GHz | IEEE 802.11ac | USB | USB | USB |
hardware interface | usb | usb3.0 | usb3.0, 802 11 acbgn | usb | usb | usb3.0 |
operating system | Windows 7 | Windows 11, Windows 10 | Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7 and mac OS 10.9 - 10.15,Not support Mac Big Sur 11,Monterey | Windows 11 | Windows 11 | Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Os |
weight | 0.09 kilograms | 95.4 grams | — | 0.15 pounds | 0.18 pounds | 28 grams |
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Technical Details
Brand | NETGEAR |
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Series | A6210-100PAS |
Item model number | A6210-100PAS |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 7 |
Item Weight | 3.17 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 6.38 x 5.31 x 1.61 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.38 x 5.31 x 1.61 inches |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | Netgear |
ASIN | B00MRVJY1G |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 18, 2014 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #311 in USB Computer Network Adapters |
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The NETGEAR AC1200 WiFi USB 3.0 Adapter with high-gain antennas wirelessly connects your notebook or desktop computer to an 11ac network for lag-free, multiple HD streams throughout your home, online gaming and a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. NETGEAR genie is included for easy installation.
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Customers like the performance, speed and ease of installation of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they mention that it works well, provides better throughput and that the instructions are easy to follow. Opinions are mixed on connectivity, range, value, and compatibility.
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Customers like the performance of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it works well, is reliable, and is solidly built. Some say that the ping is very stable and the connection is fast.
"...and the earlier one were good about connecting at high speeds and staying stable, but the USB 3.0 doesn't have the bottleneck of USB 2.0's slower..." Read more
"...The driver installed fine on Windows 10 64bit and works great as of this review...." Read more
"My initial install of this device was simple and it is working very well however, there were some things worth noting regarding its operation and..." Read more
"...when I decided to do home networking that it's network card wasn't working correctly which was the reason I was constantly dropping my internet...." Read more
Customers like the speed of the network interface controller adapter. They say it's terrific, blazing fast, and does not drop speeds. The adapter provides better throughput for their desktop and download rates have gone up significantly. Customers also say it is a great time saver.
"...Both this model and the earlier one were good about connecting at high speeds and staying stable, but the USB 3.0 doesn't have the bottleneck of..." Read more
"...Pros:Amazing speed without any settings changes/tweaks (see attached screenshot)Adjustable antennaReasonable price..." Read more
"...link rate is fairly consistently 866.5 Mbps and my download rates have gone up significantly also when compared to my internal Wi-Fi adapter that..." Read more
"...Before connecting my speed tests were very slow, I mean down to 25-60mbps wireless down, depending on which laptop was used...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the network interface controller adapter to be simple and straightforward. They also mention that the instructions are easy to follow, and the cradle makes it easy to set up in an unobstructed area. The software the adapter installs is intuitive and easy to use, making it straightforward. Overall, customers mention that it takes very little time and effort to get it up and running.
"...early days, but it's gotten a lot better: not only is the installation very simple, but the Genie software lets you do all sorts of work with your..." Read more
"...Setup was fairly straightforward, just the usual driver install prior to plugging in the adapter to a open USB 3.0 port...." Read more
"One of the best USB 3.0 WiFi sticks I've ever used. Installs seamlessly on Windows 10 and Windows 11 laptops and PCs...." Read more
"...When using a direct connection I topped out at 117mbps. The installation was very simple and the instructions were easy to follow...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the network interface controller adapter. They say that it is a great, efficient, and powerful adapter that improves WiFi dramatically. Some mention that it makes Wi-Fi much easier and has better range than any wireless adaptor they have ever used.
"...Purchased @ $54.99Overall: Great wifi adaptor, a little bit expensive, but worth the reliability to me, -1 star because of driver issues" Read more
"UPDATE: It's HUGE. But now in all other respects it is a great AC Wireless Adapter for us and for our "desktop replacement" laptop...." Read more
"...The USB 3.0 is nice, but I don't know if it's 100% necessary. I haven't tested.The antenna is nice when you unfold it...." Read more
"...there being some HUGE issues, everything from the product not detecting the 5GHz band, to it breaking the Windows 10 install process if it's even..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the connection is rock solid and has had no issues otherwise, while others say that it constantly disconnects and reconnects non stop. They also say that the adapter struggles to connect and never does.
"...specifying that it should automatically reconnect - it either struggles to connect and never does, connects and drops over and over, or the list of..." Read more
"...The connection is rock solid and I have had no issues otherwise with the performance of this device...." Read more
"...Yes the AC1200 definitely gets the max speed but these constant connection issues makes it worse than any other product I've tried out...." Read more
"...It doesn't disconnect like my Asus one did.I only gave four stars because there is one thing about it that I don't like...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the range of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it has great signal strength, improves the signal reception on their laptop, and has a high gain antenna. However, others say that the signal keeps dropping, is unreliable, and weak.
"...As an added bonus, the top part of the adapter is a high gain antenna that you can swivel out to improve the signal if you need to...." Read more
"...Kind of annoying. The other thing I noticed is spotty wifi on web intensive apps like Fortnite...." Read more
"...It can pickup signals from my neighbors' routers, which are hundreds of feet away in all directions, through trees and landscaping...." Read more
"...I haven't tested.The antenna is nice when you unfold it...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention it's worth the price and an inexpensive way to provide WiFi access to a computer system without the card, while others say that it'd be better off buying a different adapter and using WiFi directly.
"...Overall bleh for the price." Read more
"...not even a simple Google page.Final Judgement: Worth every Cent!" Read more
"...Purchased @ $54.99Overall: Great wifi adaptor, a little bit expensive, but worth the reliability to me, -1 star because of driver issues" Read more
"...Worth every penny. Do not hesitate to get this product. Especially if you have a need for greater bandwidth." Read more
Customers are mixed about the compatibility of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it comes with a high gain antenna and USB cable, while others say that it is not compatible with Windows 10 and other operating systems.
"...1. FYI - This is not compatible with Windows 10. Learned that the hard way when I realized this after the fact.2...." Read more
"...It comes with a USB cable and base to make it easier to put in a different position from the device you're plugging it into--a feature desktop..." Read more
"...non-system wireless driver utility: ugly, slow, not cooperative with the windows utility...." Read more
"...I especially love the docking option that allows him to place it above his pc, the cable is a little short but overall this was an excellent purchase..." Read more
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This is the high-speed USB wireless adapter we need: it's USB 3.0, for starters. The USB plug swivels to allow plugging into a laptop at an odd angle. It comes with a USB cable and base to make it easier to put in a different position from the device you're plugging it into--a feature desktop users will probably appreciate because it means you don't have this thing sticking out from your PC. As an added bonus, the top part of the adapter is a high gain antenna that you can swivel out to improve the signal if you need to.
If you're in a place that uses WPS, the button to toggle a WPS connection is easy to see on the side. Last, the unit has a light that flickers to show you connection status, just like an Ethernet cable would.
The software that comes with the Netgear AC1200 is the Netgear Genie. I didn't care for Netgear's Genie in the early days, but it's gotten a lot better: not only is the installation very simple, but the Genie software lets you do all sorts of work with your network, from tracking who's connected and how to pulling down updates for your adapter or logging into your router to work with it (I think this last feature *might* require you to own a Netgear router).
I used this device on both a Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit laptop and a Windows 7 Professional desktop. In both cases, I installed the software before connecting the device. I have Netgear ac wireless equipment and I get good connection speeds from the adapter.
If you want a high-gain WiFi adapter, this one is your best bet. It offers a lot of small extras.
So I shopped around and noticed that pretty much all of the available wifi adapters (and routers as well) have their share of success and failures. The Netgear A6210-100PAS was no different but I chose it over the competing Asus model due to slightly better positive reviews. FWIW I have owned/own many Asus products so that didn't make choosing any easier.
Setup was fairly straightforward, just the usual driver install prior to plugging in the adapter to a open USB 3.0 port. I obtained the drivers from the Netgear website and didn't bother with the included disk. The driver installed fine on Windows 10 64bit and works great as of this review.
I do appreciate that Netgear provides both a "driver-only" and a "driver+software" option - there's already way too much unnecessary bloat that comes with so many devices these days so it's nice to have a bare-bones alternative.
The speed of the Netgear adapter is roughly 3X that of the Edimax but that's not exactly fair given the fact that both adapters use different standards and different USB interfaces - USB 2.0 for the Edimax & USB 3.0 for the Netgear.
Pros:
Amazing speed without any settings changes/tweaks (see attached screenshot)
Adjustable antenna
Reasonable price
Did I mention how fast it is?
Cons:
Fairly large compared to other adapters I compared it to (Not really an issue for me as it sits on a desktop)
No activity light - just an illuminated WPS button
USB cable could be longer
None of my "cons" were bad enough to take away any stars - the performance more than makes up for any negatives.
Side note: I didn't purchase the A6210-100PAS through Amazon (whose price was 10% cheaper) as I had a gift card from a big box store.
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2016
So I shopped around and noticed that pretty much all of the available wifi adapters (and routers as well) have their share of success and failures. The Netgear A6210-100PAS was no different but I chose it over the competing Asus model due to slightly better positive reviews. FWIW I have owned/own many Asus products so that didn't make choosing any easier.
Setup was fairly straightforward, just the usual driver install prior to plugging in the adapter to a open USB 3.0 port. I obtained the drivers from the Netgear website and didn't bother with the included disk. The driver installed fine on Windows 10 64bit and works great as of this review.
I do appreciate that Netgear provides both a "driver-only" and a "driver+software" option - there's already way too much unnecessary bloat that comes with so many devices these days so it's nice to have a bare-bones alternative.
The speed of the Netgear adapter is roughly 3X that of the Edimax but that's not exactly fair given the fact that both adapters use different standards and different USB interfaces - USB 2.0 for the Edimax & USB 3.0 for the Netgear.
Pros:
Amazing speed without any settings changes/tweaks (see attached screenshot)
Adjustable antenna
Reasonable price
Did I mention how fast it is?
Cons:
Fairly large compared to other adapters I compared it to (Not really an issue for me as it sits on a desktop)
No activity light - just an illuminated WPS button
USB cable could be longer
None of my "cons" were bad enough to take away any stars - the performance more than makes up for any negatives.
Side note: I didn't purchase the A6210-100PAS through Amazon (whose price was 10% cheaper) as I had a gift card from a big box store.
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The tech forms that I searched through suggested on installing an older version of the drivers which should fix the disconnecting issue. It did for about 3 hours before it disconnected again and refused to reconnect yet again. I have uninstalled and reinstalled this product and its new/old software at least 20 times because initially I sent it back thinking it was faulty so I am now writing this about product #2. I gave this product a second chance because the signal it receives is really good for the half an hour it does work. Unless you want your latest dreams to revolve around the headache of this product, do not buy it.
First issue: the disc the adapter shipped with has an installation routine that locks up every time it's launched. I had to reboot several times to unstick the process. After three tries, I went to the NetGear website and downloaded their "Win 10" installer...same problem. Again, same process, same problem. Finally got their "stand-alone" stripped down installer from their Web site, and used that, which didn't lock up. But, when prompted to attach the adapter...it didn't find it. Tried several USB ports (2 and 3) as well as the external adapter, no luck. Sigh...redownloaded and reinstalled, but rebooted in between. Hallelujah! With the stand-alone installer, and a reboot, it finds the adapter! No installation process should be this hard, and with Windows 10 out for over a year, there's no excuse for the sloppy installation process!
OK, so now we have a working adapter, I joined my gigabit router and brought up speedtest.net. Expecting to see the needle swing off the scale, I waited...and the needle crept up to 5Mbps! Power down, and launch all over again, then try speedtest again. This time I got up to 100Mbps. Better, but no where near gigabit speed! My old 250Mbps connection gave me close to 160MBps on speedtest, so while I was not expecting to get close to 1000Mbps, I was hoping for better than 100! Started tweaking things, talked to a tech support person (who didn't know the difference between USB 2 and USB 3), and finally realized I'm not going to get close to promised behavior from this adapter.
Fast forward a month, and I've tweaked setups quite a bit, working with tech support. At best, I am averaging 105Mbps from this "gigabit" adapter. Netgear blames the cable provider (Rogers). Rogers says they are not to blame (a direct-wired connection to the modem gives me much better speed, but not close to gigabit). Personally, I'm a bit fed up with both, expecting performance that was better than my old 250Mbps line and disappointed I don't get any improvement at all. So, the NetGear adapter is now gathering dust as I have a direct cable to the router, and I may try some other gigabit wifi adapters from other vendors.
Put this in perspective: the adapter works. The installation is a pain, but once configured it will give you wifi, although not anywhere near hoped-for speeds. Better than nothing, sure, but disappointing none the less. Netgear could do a lot better, both with the product, their technical support, and their installation process.