Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionIs this adapter compatible with both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks?

• A:Answer Yes, this adapter provides both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands for optimal speed and connection stability.

Q: QuestionWhat is the size of this adapter?

• A:Answer This adapter is incredibly portable, being half the size of a regular USB flash drive.

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum speed offered by this adapter on the 5 GHz band?

• A:Answer This adapter can reach up to 1201 Mbps on the 5 GHz band.

Q: QuestionHow easy is it to set up this Wi-Fi adapter?

• A:Answer Setting up this adapter is very easy. You just need to plug it into any USB port, and you can start browsing at high speeds instantly.

Q: QuestionHow does OFDMA technology improve my online gaming experience?

• A:Answer OFDMA reduces lag in online gaming by allowing your PC to receive data simultaneously with other devices on the same stream.

Q: QuestionDoes this adapter support the latest Wi-Fi security protocol?

• A:Answer Yes, this adapter supports WPA3, the latest Wi-Fi security protocol.

Q: QuestionWhat is the advantage of MU-MIMO technology in this adapter?

• A:Answer MU-MIMO technology allows your network to process bandwidth for multiple devices simultaneously, ensuring smooth streaming, gaming, and uploads.

Q: QuestionDoes not work on fedora Linux

Asked 6 months ago by Davis.

• A:Answer Hi Davis, The Archer TX1800U Nano is designed and advertised for use on Windows 10/11 systems. If you are ever unsure whether a product is compatible with your preferred operating system, please visit the official TP-Link website or contact our Support Team, and we will gladly help.

  Answered 6 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionIs this what you need to connect your computer wirelessly if you don't have acccess to an ethernet connection? Thanks!

Asked 4 months ago by Captain.

• A:Answer Yes this will help with that, just make sure the PC is running a compatible Operating System. You can see what OS are compatible in the device specifications.

  Answered 4 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: Questionwill it work for different WIFI's such as WIFI 5 or is it just for WIFI 6?

Asked 8 months ago by stratton.

• A:Answer Hi stratton, Although this TP-Link USB Wi-Fi adapter has Wi-Fi 6 technology and features, it is also backward-compatible with previous Wi-Fi protocols and generations, such as Wi-Fi 5.

  Answered 7 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionI have a HP Pavilion Desk top PC. The WIFI card is cutting in and out. Can I use this adaptor instead? It's a Windows 11 PC

Asked 2 weeks ago by Jerry.

• A:Answer Hi Jerry, Yes. The Archer TX1800U Nano is designed to provide dual-band Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and is compatible with Windows 11.

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Q: QuestionIs it possible to use this adapter plugged into the back of a smart computer monitor to improve or upgrade the monitor's older WiFi abilities? By example, many if not most Samsung Smart Monitors, even the expensive OLED gaming monitors still use WiFi 5 /

Asked 1 month ago by taylormades.

• A:Answer No, the adapter requires Windows OS to operate. As a result it is not compatible with Peripheral or other OS

  Answered 1 month ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionHow do i set up bluetooth with this device?

Asked 3 months ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer This device can only be used to acquire a wifi signal for whatever device it is plugged into as far as I know.

  Answered 1 month ago by WilliamMVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHi, We just updated our WIFI and the printer will no longer connect. Can I use this for a printer?

Asked 4 months ago by Frustrated.

• A:Answer No our network adapters only work on Computer OS. If your printer has ethernet you can use a TL-WR902AC in Client mode to connect it to your wireless

  Answered 4 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionCan this be used on an older computer that does not have WIFI but can receive info from Starlinks WIFI?

Asked 4 months ago by Wolverette.

• A:Answer Yes, as long as the computer has a USB 3.0 port and is running a compatible OS

  Answered 4 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionI have a windows 11 laptop as well as a Chromebook. Is this compatible with the Chromebook (google)?

Asked 5 months ago by Chromebook.

• A:Answer No idea, didnlt work on my older windows.

  Answered 4 months ago by sargentrichVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this work with hotel wifi?

Asked 5 months ago by EricJ.

• A:Answer It should be able to pickup up any wifi signal in the vicinity, however you may need a password to access that network.

  Answered 1 month ago by WilliamMVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this work with an M1 Mac running Sequoia (MacOS 15.2)? Thanks!

Asked 5 months ago by DonniAS108.

• A:Answer Hi DonniAS108, The Archer TX1800U Nano supports Windows 10 and Windows 11.

  Answered 5 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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Q: QuestionWill it also have Bluetooth capabilities

Asked 7 months ago by Craig.

• A:Answer Sorry, no.

  Answered 6 months ago by JamesSVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHey so we just got a new internet provider with quantum fiber and my dad has a PC that doesn't have a built in adapter inside so he can't connect to the WiFi so he has no Internet, I'm just wondering will this adapter let him connect once I plug it in?

Asked 9 months ago by James24.

• A:Answer Yes. Once the adapter is plugged in and installed, it will enable the PC to detect and connect to a nearby Wi-Fi network.

  Answered 9 months ago by TPLinkSupport

  
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