Name: ASUS USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band USB Wi-Fi Adapter
Brand: ASUS
SKU: ASUSBAC53NAO
Price: 39.99 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 3.5 (4 reviews)

ASUS USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band USB Wi-Fi Adapter

ASUS USB-AC53

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Buy: ASUS USB-AC53 Nano AC1200 Dual-Band USB Wi-Fi Adapter Equipment Type: Wireless USB Adapter

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The plug-and-forget Wi-Fi upgrade!Extreme 5th-generation Wi-Fi speedSuper-fast Wi-Fi ever becomes more accessible via USB, going up to 867Mbps on the clear 5GHz band. Using 802.11ac wireless, faster connectivity and enjoyment come to all your devices.Multi-user MIMO supportMU-MIMO technology boosts connection speed when multiple compatible clients are online.Travel-friendly designThe USB-AC53 Nano is specially-designed to be compact and durable to safely and securely stay plugged into a notebook PC even inside a slim carrying case.Selectable dual-band 300Mbps/ 867Mbps bandwidthDual-band operation suits mainstream and power users. The 2.4 GHz band is perfect for web browsing, email, and social networking, while the 5 GHz frequency enables smooth 4K streaming and online gaming for blazingly fast and lag-free home entertainment.FeaturesWorld's smallest dual-band 802.11ac MU-MIMO enabled USB Wi-Fi adapterSuper-fast Wi-Fi in a nano-sized package that's small enough to leave plugged in!Plug & Play with simple setup for hassle-free connectivity:Instant Wi-Fi upgrade for desktops and laptops to 802.11ac compatibility for extended wireless coverage and higher data transfer speedsPerfect for streaming and gamingDual-band AC1200 (2.4GHz & 5GHz) Wi-Fi connectivity with download speeds up to 867 MbpsLatest 2x2 MU-MIMO technologyConnect wireless devices at maximum speeds to MIMO enabled wireless routers and access points

I buy this usb AC53 Nano like replacement and I did not make mistake!Almost invisible on side of my laptop and this usb never failed for years!

years and years

I purchased this product through Staples. I have followed the instructions (such that they are) in order to install the software. The installation will not finish though. It seems to be stuck trying to install something called "Cisco EAP-FAST". As I write this revue I have been waiting almost an hour for it to finish.

Doesn't work

Purchased USB-AC53 NANO in June to improve laptop WiFi speed. I expected a faster WiFi speed from USB-AC53 NANO. Best speed to date is about 250mbps, but nowhere near 867mbps. I was expecting closer to the 867mbps advertised or at least within 50% and not down at 25% or less of the advertised range. I have gigabyte wifi, Arris SB8200 modem, and Linksys EA8500 router. Also have not noticed any benefit of MU-MIMO tech between USB-AC53 Nano and the wireless router. I have the latest drivers for the adapter. I am not super tech-savvy, so it is possible that it's not the product. Overall expected more from the product. I may be receiving a warranty extension from ASUS for submitting this review.

Expected a faster WiFi speed from USB-AC53 NANO.

It crazy how this could connect to the WiFi from a far range because how small it is.I get good download speeds with this.