Wireless Type | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11g |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
ASUS USB-AC68 AC1900 Dual-band USB 3.0 WiFi Adapter, Cradle included
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Brand | ASUS |
Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 |
Color | black |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop |
Product Dimensions | 1.18"L x 0.69"W x 4.52"H |
Data Link Protocol | USB |
Data Transfer Rate | 1300 Megabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
About this item
- Instantly upgrades desktops/laptops to Dual-Band AC1900 Wi-Fi for extended coverage and higher throughput
- Powerful 3x4 MIMO design with Dual 3-position external antennas, Dual internal antennas and ASUS AiRadar beamforming
- Included USB 3. 0 cradle provides additional placement options to optimize coverage for desktops. Transmit/receive: 2. 4 GHz 3 x 4, 3 x 4 5 GHz
- Foldable external antennas provide enhanced reception for laptops when open, and portability when closed
- Increase Wi-Fi speeds by up to 300% vs. Previous Gen N900 adapters. Os support- Mac OS X 10. 10, Windows 8, Mac OS X 10. 9, Windows 8. 1, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10. 8, Mac OS X 10. 11, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10. 7
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Disclaimer: Actual data throughput and WiFi coverage will vary from network conditions and environmental factors, including the volume of network traffic, building material and construction, and network overhead, result in lower actual data throughput and wireless coverage.
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WiFi signal | 4.0 | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Easy to install | 3.8 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.5 |
Tech Support | 3.4 | — | 4.1 | 3.8 | 3.7 |
Value for money | 3.1 | — | 4.3 | — | 4.4 |
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data transfer rate | 1300 megabits per second | 867 megabits per second | 1900 megabits per second | 867 megabits per second | 1267 megabits per second |
data link protocol | USB | IEEE 802.11a | USB | USB | USB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | usb | usb3.0 | usb3.0 c | usb |
operating system | Mac OS X 10.10, Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.9, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.8, Mac OS X 10.11, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.7 | Vista,Windows 10 | Windows XP/ Vista/ 7/ 8/ 8.1/ 10/ 11, Mac OS 10.7-10.15 | 8 . 1,Mac Os,Operating System,Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows Vista | Windows 11 |
weight | 0.1 pounds | — | — | 0.26 kilograms | 0.15 pounds |
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From the manufacturer
ASUS USB-AC68 Dual-Band AC1900 USB Wi-Fi Adapter
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With 3-position external antennae and dual internal atennae, the ASUS USB-AC68 brings powerful dual-band AC1900 Wi-Fi to desktops and laptops alike. The included USB 3.0 cradle maximizes desktop coverage, while innovative foldable antennas provide excellent portability for laptops.
- Instantly upgrades desktops/laptops to dual-band AC1900 Wifi for extended coverage and higher throughput
- Powerful 3x4 MIMO with dual 3-position external and internal antennas
- Included USB 3.0 cradle to optimize coverage for desktops
Features
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Boost your PC with faster Wi-FiThe ASUS USB-AC68 gives your PC a wireless boost with 600 Mbps on the 2.4GHz band and an amazing 1300 Mbps on the 5GHz band utilizing a robust 3x4 MIMO antenna design. With a combined data rate of up to 1900Mbps, your desktop or laptop will be able to handle bandwidth-intensive tasks easily. |
Easy to position for the best receptionThe ASUS USB-AC68 includes a desktop cradle that makes it easy to place it in the best position for good reception in troublesome Wi-Fi areas. When it comes to boosting the Wi-Fi of an individual device, adding a Wi-Fi adapter may be the shortest distance to get the throughput and coverage you need. |
Full speed ahead with USB 3.0The USB 3.0 interface allows USB-AC68 to pair with notebooks and desktops with performance and ease. Simply plug the USB into your device, allow for updates, and hop online with a new boost. |
AiRadar beamforming for stability and reliabilityASUS AiRadar intelligently strengthens wireless connectivity using beamforming technology, high power amplification, and exclusive ASUS RF fine-tuning. This ensures extended coverage, dynamic data speed increases, and enhanced stability. |
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Technical Details
Brand | ASUS |
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Series | ASUS COMPUTER INTL |
Item model number | USB-AC68 |
Operating System | Mac OS X 10.10, Windows 8, Mac OS X 10.9, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.8, Mac OS X 10.11, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.7 |
Item Weight | 1.55 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.18 x 0.69 x 4.52 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.18 x 0.69 x 4.52 inches |
Color | black |
Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
Manufacturer | ASUS Computer International Direct |
ASIN | B01I7QFR10 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 10, 2016 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #779 in USB Computer Network Adapters |
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Product Description
With dual internal and 3-position external antennas, USB-AC68 brings powerful Dual-Band AC1900 Wi-Fi to desktops and laptops alike, able to boost Wi-Fi speeds by up to 300% vs. Previous Gen N900 adapters. The included USB 3. 0 cradle maximizes desktop coverage, while innovative foldable antennas provide excellent portability for laptops.
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Customers like the signal strength of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they say it greatly increases signal strength at greater distances. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of installation, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, connectivity, speed, quality, and value.
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Customers are mixed about the speed of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the speed was really good for a USB adapter, the throughput is better than using the built-in Wi-Fi, videos load faster, and the upload and download performance was very much improved. However, others say that their unstable connection and high latency cause the speed to dip if multiple devices are streaming or gaming.
"...Input the password and I was up and running.The speed is definitely faster than I had before, not sure if I'm getting all of the "bang"..." Read more
"...for a month or two; 60 ping in league, reliable connection, videos loaded faster...." Read more
"...ASUS routers the downloads were better on the 2.0 system and the uploads were awful on the RT-AC5300 and awful on the RT-AC3100 with MIMO turned on..." Read more
"...importantly, its MIMO capability paired with its great reception improved my download speeds by 10x -- from ~28 to ~268 Mbps...." Read more
Customers like the signal strength of the network interface controller adapter. They say it greatly increases signal strength at greater distances, and has a much better reception. Some say that it has great range and bandwidth, and is perfect for wireless gaming.
"...Was working great for a month or two; 60 ping in league, reliable connection, videos loaded faster...." Read more
"...Signal is strong, and upload and download speeds are great. I had a few minor issues when setting this up, however...." Read more
"...3 are on windows 10 64bit home edition, and this asus usb-68 dual band wont detect 5ghz to all 3 pc's before and after i update the drivers to the..." Read more
"...where the pc is located ... now I have 1.3gbps connection and full reception signal**..." Read more
Customers like the ease of installation of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it's easy breezy, idiot proof, and works on all devices. Some say that the software is user friendly and that it works on Windows 10 without any manual installation.
"...So I am pretty happy with those results.Installation is very straight forward...." Read more
"...Installed with the CD without any issues, connected easily to my Nighthawk router...." Read more
"...It was quick and easy install. My computer had an internal 2.4Ghz card running about 10 Mbps download...." Read more
"This seems to connect well, though the instructions give me doubt. The quick start instructions say to insert the adapter and then run the CD...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it looks cool.
"The GOOD: Good build and elegant design...." Read more
"It was a decent USB dual band AC 1900 adapter when it worked the design is unique and the antennas are innovative but you have to keep them up or..." Read more
"...Cons:- little bulky- not exactly the most elegant device" Read more
"...I think it is the fastest wireless available. Looks cool also. Adjust the angle of your antenna arms and enjoy the speed." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it works extremely well, while others say that it didn't work well with their Win 10 laptop until they updated the drivers. Some say that the adapter has inconsistent performance and isn't good for playing games on the 2.4GHz band.
"...Absolutely no issues, still getting very decent download/upload speeds and have made my wife happy with her computer again...." Read more
"...after i update the drivers to the latest one , so my opinion this thing is defective,so i placed a replacement,ill update my comment when ill try..." Read more
"...The USB-AC68 worked great, except when it didn't....I kept getting periodic disconnect issues as others have reported...." Read more
"...Was working great for a month or two; 60 ping in league, reliable connection, videos loaded faster...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the connection is consistent with no disconnects after a week of use, while others say that it fails to maintain a connection and tries to disconnect every time it checks for better connections.
"...-AC68 worked great, except when it didn't....I kept getting periodic disconnect issues as others have reported...." Read more
"...Was working great for a month or two; 60 ping in league, reliable connection, videos loaded faster...." Read more
"...I installed the included driver I ran into problems where the device would disconnect or report that there it was connected with no internet...." Read more
"...It almost seems to have issues connecting to the internet, even though it detects and connects just fine with your wifi source...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention it's very reliable and has good speed and signal strength, while others say it'll have issues. The hardware seems solid, but the adapter heats up a lot. Some say it has a high quality and hasn't had a single hiccup in two solid weeks of use. However, others say that it'd be better off picking up another adapter or buying a different one.
"The GOOD: Good build and elegant design...." Read more
"...software with divers that suppose to control the adapter is pretty much useless: the adapter was being constantly disconnected, whatever I try,..." Read more
"...The stability is just insane...." Read more
"...the USB-AC68 gets disconnected and reconnected, though, it's useless until a reboot - clicking the wifi icon in the system tray never gets passed..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the network interface controller adapter. Some say it's totally worth the money, while others say it is a little bit pricey.
"...has improved the signal for my laptop by a huge amount and is worth the price to give me access to company network from out in the plant...." Read more
"...I bought this for gaming and it works fine. It is a little bit pricey but, if you need a USB adapter for GAMING I would highly recommend this one...." Read more
"worth every penny!!!!!! first i got the netgear a6210 boiii was it garbage and not easy to use out of the box and would disconnect randomly...." Read more
"...It's so expensive for such a sad letdown." Read more
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1/10/2019 - Product review update: I've had this product for several months now and am still very happy with it. Absolutely no issues, still getting very decent download/upload speeds and have made my wife happy with her computer again. Averaging 22-27MB's on the downloads and 19-25MB's on the uploads (which is 2 to 3 times better than my previous product) with a 100MB ISP service. Pings are averaging around 15-19ms. Note: this testing is with a speed test service not associated with my ISP provider. I may be wrong but my ISP provider's "speed test" always seems to bring back very high results which I don't think are "real world". My computer is about 50 feet from my router with several walls in between (standard wallboard/wood frame house). Hope this helps.
Initial Review: Bought this item to replace a much older product that, at the time, seemed acceptable. However, when my Internet Service Provider "upped" the down service speed from 25MB to 50MB at no additional charge I found that I couldn't take advantage of it.
I already have an ASUS router (recently purchased) so I decided to stay with the ASUS product line, especially after reading the favorable reviews for this product. After receiving the product, I installed the CD drivers and immediately updated them from the ASUS website (not sure if I just simply duplicated what I already had done but did it anyway). Plugged the ASUS unit in, navigated to my Wi-Fi page and found my router. Input the password and I was up and running.
The speed is definitely faster than I had before, not sure if I'm getting all of the "bang" available but it certainly does what I need it to do. I'm sure that someone who knows how to do this better than myself could "fine tune" the installation.
One minor issue with it was that it seemed to take a couple of tries for it to "remember" the link after I powered down the PC. I had to "reconnect" but it did eventually "remember" the link and now works fine. Not sure if this is an "idiot in front of the screen" error or something with Windows 10.
Hope this helps any other "novice" looking to install this device.
So, debugging ... I decided to remove the USB 3.0 Extension cable completely and plugged the WiFi unit directly into a free USB 3.0 port on my desktop. Result: I have not gotten a single disconnect issue since and it has been many, many months now. Evidently there must be a noise or signal quality issue that develops going through the USB cable from the device.
If you are having disconnect trouble I recommend you find a free USB port close to the motherboard (or make one) and let the AC-68 live there for your wireless connection. As an FYI I use a Gigabyte motherboard. But, my WiFi AC-68 unit is plugged into an ANKER USB 3.0 extension board which provides me access to a few more USB 3.0 ports. Hope this helps. This is a good unit when it works.
I should mention that this USB WiFi dongle connects to my "ASUS Whole Home Dual-Band AiMesh Router (AC1900) for Mesh Wifi System (Up to 1900 Mbps) - AiProtection Network Security by Trend Micro, Adaptive QoS & Parental Control (RT-AC68U)" as the household WiFi router. This is unit is located 1 floor below where I connect with this USB WiFi dongle.
at first, i did as directed and downloaded the drivers straight from the WEBSITE since i dont have a CD reader in my pc. Was working great for a month or two; 60 ping in league, reliable connection, videos loaded faster. However recently, i had issues of broken connection and heavy ping spikes. i originally thought it was due to COVID and having everyone home and using the internet; but not only was i the only one using a computer, i was the only person awake in the house, meaning no one was even awake to use any devices extensively.
After doing a quick swap out and connection test with my old adapter, i realized the new adapter was not working up to par. i looked around on these reveiws and noticed that the people who had no issues or little issues were those who connected the adapter out of the box without installing the drivers. so i did a few more connection tests between the two adapters for comparisons.
the ASUS adapter was hitting between 8-60 Mbps for downloads prior to removing the drivers and 0.5mbps for uploads. After a clean driver removal and fresh computer restart; Downloads hit 90-120mbps download and 11-12mbps for uploads. so far its running smooth and i have been testing the connection with consistent results. hopefully it sticks because i do like this adapter quite a bit.
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I have gigabit ethernet and ac 1900wifi with rogers ignite.
Speed test 168 download speed, 30mb/s upload speed. My AC-1200 gave me almost same results (but was unstable with lots of wifi drops).
Best Device Manager > Network Adaptors > Asus USB-68 settings > advanced tab
Adaptivity Para 0
AMfactor ...mode 2
BeamCap HT ..TX/RX (bottom Option)
EnableAdapt.. AUTO
HLDiff... 7
L2H... Auto or F5
Ldpc.. & HT LD.... (bottom option)
QoS Support Support QoS
StbcCap & HT STBC (bottom option)
USB RF select BY DEV/Host
USB SF Mode Disable
VHT 2.4G Enable
Wireless Mode IEEE 802.11a/n/ac
* this seems to work ok with power management enabled!
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2022
I have gigabit ethernet and ac 1900wifi with rogers ignite.
Speed test 168 download speed, 30mb/s upload speed. My AC-1200 gave me almost same results (but was unstable with lots of wifi drops).
Best Device Manager > Network Adaptors > Asus USB-68 settings > advanced tab
Adaptivity Para 0
AMfactor ...mode 2
BeamCap HT ..TX/RX (bottom Option)
EnableAdapt.. AUTO
HLDiff... 7
L2H... Auto or F5
Ldpc.. & HT LD.... (bottom option)
QoS Support Support QoS
StbcCap & HT STBC (bottom option)
USB RF select BY DEV/Host
USB SF Mode Disable
VHT 2.4G Enable
Wireless Mode IEEE 802.11a/n/ac
* this seems to work ok with power management enabled!
Pros-
Easy Setup Process
Quality Materials
Reliable Wifi Connectivity
Works on Windows 10
Cons-
A little expensive when compared to other alternatives
Device does seem to get hot (unknown as to any effect on connectivity yet)
Drivers have not been updated since 2017/05/08 looks like Asus has stopped altogether