The PREVO USBW5 is a compact dual-band USB Wi-Fi adapter for desktop or laptop users who need to add wireless networking or upgrade an existing connection. It suits everyday home use, including streaming, gaming and video calls, when a suitable wireless network is available.

Its AC600 rating combines 5GHz speeds of up to 433Mbps with 2.4GHz speeds of up to 150Mbps. Choosing between two bands lets you connect on the frequency that best suits your network and use. The nano-style adapter connects through USB 2.0, and supports the 802.11ac standard as well as older 802.11a/b/g/n networks. Listed security options include WEP, WPA/WPA2 and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK with TKIP/AES.

Key features

• Dual-band wireless operation across 2.4GHz and 5GHz
• Up to 433Mbps on 5GHz and 150Mbps on 2.4GHz
• AC600 speed rating for wireless networking
• 802.11ac support with backwards compatibility for 802.11a/b/g/n
• USB 2.0 connection for a desktop or laptop
• Supports WEP, WPA/WPA2 and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK security with TKIP/AES
• Compact dimensions of 32 x 16 x 9 mm
• Supplied with a Utilities & Drivers CD

Compatibility

Use with a computer running Windows, Mac OS or Linux and an available USB port. It connects to compatible 2.4GHz or 5GHz wireless networks. Good to know: check your computer’s operating system and available USB port before buying; the adapter does not provide a wireless network by itself.

In the box

• PREVO USBW5
• Nano USB adapter
• Utilities & Drivers CD

Specifications

The USBW5 offers a straightforward way to add dual-band Wi-Fi to a computer, with support for both newer 802.11ac networks and older wireless standards in a small USB adapter.