The DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter lets you experience faster wireless speeds than ever before by delivering powerful Wireless AC technology to your desktop or notebook computer. Simply plug the adapter into an available USB port and connect to a secure wireless network with an Internet connection, and right away you‘ll be browsing the web, chatting to your friends, streaming HD video or gaming online. With its integrated dual-band technology, over the 2.4 GHz (150 Mbps1) or 5 GHz (up to 433 Mbps1) bands, you’ll have reduced Wi-Fi interference to maximise throughput for faster streaming, gaming, and VoIP calls.

What is Wireless AC?

802.11ac is a new networking standard that produces high-throughput wireless speed on the 5 GHz band. This means that you can enjoy clear, smooth streaming HD video from your favourite websites and services, lag-free online gaming, and clear audio and video calls over the Internet. Wireless AC gives you the smooth, lightning-fast performance you need to get the most out of your Internet connection.

Compatible With All Your Wireless Products

While the DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter delivers cutting-edge 802.11ac speed to your home network, it’s also backward compatible with all of your current wireless products. Tired of buying a new device only to find that you need to upgrade everything else? Just connect the DWA-172 to your existing hardware, connect to the Internet, and start browsing; saving you both time and money.

Portable Design

Whether you’re at home using a desktop computer or out and about with a notebook, the DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter’s sleek design is perfect for mobility and convenience, so that you can take advantage of Wireless AC’s super-fast speed wherever you are.

Reliable Bandwidth

The DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter uses dual-band technology for intelligent, versatile, low-interference bandwidth. Check your email and surf the Internet on the 2.4 GHz band; play online games, make calls over the Internet, and stream HD movies to multiple devices using the cleaner, low-interference 5 GHz band. Whatever you like to do online, dual-band technology has you covered.

Easy, Hassle-free Setup

Use Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) to quickly and easily establish a highly secure home network that will have you browsing, streaming, and interacting in minutes. The latest encryption technology ensures that information transmitted on your network remains safe and secure, while preventing unauthorised access. It’s as easy as push and connect!

Specification

Product
Product id	464892
Brand	D-Link
Partnr	DWA-172
EAN/UPC code	790069405495
Wireless LAN features
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ports & interfaces
Connectivity technology	Wireless
Host interface	USB
Interface	WLAN
Ethernet LAN	N
USB ports quantity	1
Network
Maximum data transfer rate	433 Mbit/s
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Wi-Fi	Y
Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Frequency range	2.4 - 5 GHz
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rates supported	1, 2, 5.5, 11, 12, 24, 36, 48, 54, 150, 433 Mbit/s
Security algorithms	WPA, WPA2, WPS
Design
Internal	N
Antenna	Y
LED indicators	Y
Certification	FCC Class B IC CE C-Tick Wi-Fi Certified Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Power
Output voltage	5 V
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 75 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 90 procent
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 95 procent
Packaging data
Quantity	1
Package width	137 mm
Package depth	208 mm
Package height	36 mm
Package weight	60 g
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Y
Weight & dimensions
Width	15.7 mm
Depth	15 mm
Height	193 mm
Weight	23.2 g
Logistics data
Shipping (inner) case weight	7300 g
Pallet gross weight (air)	191200 g
Number of cartons per pallet (air)	24
Quantity per pallet (air)	960 stuk(s)
Pallet height (air)	2100 mm
Pallet gross weight (sea)	191200 g
Number of cartons per pallet (sea)	24
Quantity per pallet (sea)	960 stuk(s)
Pallet height (sea)	2100 mm
Quantity per shipping (inner) case	40 stuk(s)
Shipping (inner) case width	443 mm
Shipping (inner) case height	320 mm
Shipping (inner) case length	457 mm
Shipping (inner) case net weight	6300 g
Pallet width	1100 mm
Pallet length	1200 mm
Other features
Gain	3 dBi