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product_id: 47831615
title: "ALFA Network AWUS036ACS Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC600 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported"
brand: "alfa network"
price: "AR$110967"
currency: ARS
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
category: "Alfa Network"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/47831615-alfa-network-awus036acs-wide-coverage-dual-band-ac600-usb-wireless
store_origin: AR
region: Argentina
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# Cross-Platform Driver Support High-Sensitivity External Antenna Dual-Band AC600 Wi-Fi ALFA Network AWUS036ACS Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC600 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported

**Brand:** alfa network
**Price:** AR$110967
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your Wi-Fi game with unstoppable speed and coverage!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ALFA Network AWUS036ACS Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC600 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported by alfa network
- **How much does it cost?** AR$110967 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- alfa network enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted alfa network brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug, Play & Power Up:** Easy driver installation with robust performance, especially optimized for Linux power users.
- • **Compact & USB-Friendly:** Slim design fits any USB port without blocking adjacent devices—perfect for multitasking pros.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Supports Windows, MacOS (up to 10.15), and Kali Linux for versatile connectivity wherever you work.
- • **Blazing Dual-Band Speeds:** Seamlessly stream and game with up to 433Mbps on 5GHz and 150Mbps on 2.4GHz bands.
- • **Extended Coverage, Zero Dead Zones:** High-sensitivity external antenna ensures powerful signal reach across your entire workspace.

## Overview

The ALFA Network AWUS036ACS is a compact, dual-band AC600 USB Wi-Fi adapter featuring cutting-edge 802.11ac technology. It delivers up to 433Mbps on 5GHz and 150Mbps on 2.4GHz, enhanced by a high-sensitivity external antenna for superior signal strength and wide coverage. Compatible with Windows, MacOS (up to 10.15), and Kali Linux, it’s designed for professionals seeking reliable, high-performance wireless connectivity in a sleek, space-saving form factor.

## Description

Wide range 802.11ac dual band USB wireless adapter AWUS036ACS brings extreme distances and with blazing speed to your Mac or Windows computers in your WiFi network. Up to 150Mbps for 2.4GHz network and up to 433Mbps for 5.0GHz network, AWUS036ACS connects to your PC with USB 2.0 with AC600 Wi-Fi technology to provide superb performance. Inheriting years of experiences in wireless industry, ALFA AWUS036ACS is built with latest 802.11ac standards, plus high-sensitivity dual band antennas, resulting in extraordinary signal strength and coverage. No more signal dead zone in your living space when streaming HD video, downloading large files or surfing on the web.

Review: Windows great. Linux greater. - Works amazing with windows. Did not even register on kali Linux. UPDATE: upgrading to 5 stars b/c on linux I had to install the drivers for it to work. Once I did, it picked up even better on linux. Amazing! 5 stars.
Review: Excellent for monitor mode and injection. Does what is say - Excellent quality with superior signal strength for such a compact size. Monitor mode works flawlessly across both 2.4ghz and 5ghz bands in Kali and will now replace my panda pau05 for most due to its 2.4ghz band limitations though definitely won't throw it away as it works well in Kali as well and has a smaller form factor. Being able to remove the antenna and also replace it with an even larger one if wanted is nice and the USB adapter base is nice too though probably won't use it much unless I upgrade to a larger antenna. Thanks

## Features

- Cutting-Edge, latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology. Dual-Band 2.4GHz(150Mbps) and 5GHz(433Mbps) Performance to prevent network freezing and lags when streaming and gaming online
- High-Sensitivity Dual-Band external antenna optimizes signal for more coverage
- Compact design, saving space without blocking other USB peripherals on your laptop/desktop computer
- Driver support for Windows XP/ Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10, Apple MacOS 10.4 to 10.12 and Linux.
- Note: No driver to support Mac OS version beyond 10.15, nor support M1/M2 chipset.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0752CTSGD |
| Best Sellers Rank | #136 in USB Computer Network Adapters |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,214) |
| Date First Available | August 22, 2017 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.39 ounces |
| Item model number | AWUS036ACS |
| Manufacturer | ALFA Network |
| Product Dimensions | 2.17 x 0.98 x 0.39 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ALFA Network
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Compatible Operating System Family:** Linux, MacOS, Windows
- **Data Link Protocol:** USB
- **Data Transfer Rate:** 433 Megabits Per Second
- **Hardware Interface:** USB
- **Manufacturer:** ALFA Network
- **Product Dimensions:** 2.17"L x 0.39"W x 0.98"H

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: does this have monitor mode and packet injection?**
A: yes it does support monitor and packet injection, as it is a Realtek RTL8811AU chipset, you might have to install the specific drivers in some linux distro's

**Q: I cant see the wifi adapter on Kali linux. I installed the drivers on mi host machine and still can’t find the wifi adapter on iwconfig.**
A: If running Kali Linux from Virtual Box. Make sure is not running. Plug in the Adapter. Right click on the Kali Image and select Settings. GO to USB tab. Select USB 2.0. Click on the green + to add a USB.  You should see Realtek 802.1.... WLAN Adapter. Select it and save. Unplug the adapter and start Kali Linux. After is started plug in the adapter.

**Q: Will this work for a rasberry pie?**
A: For USB wireless adapter working with Raspberry Pi, we'd recommend you to get an AWUS036AC/EAC (normal power) or AWUS036ACH (long range, please pay attention to USB power supply from Raspvberry Pi) for best driver compatibility.  
Sample command syntax for the driver installation fro your reference: 

Install git

(sudo) apt install git

Install kernel headers
(sudo) apt-get install raspberrypi-kernel-headers

DRV_NAME=rtl8812AU
DRV_VERSION=4.3.14
mkdir /usr/src/${DRV_NAME}-${DRV_VERSION}
git archive driver-${DRV_VERSION} | tar -x -C /usr/src/${DRV_NAME}-${DRV_VERSION}
dkms add -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}
dkms build -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}
dkms install -m ${DRV_NAME} -v ${DRV_VERSION}

**Q: Does this works when packet injecting and monitoring mode on Kali Linux?**
A: Yes, the chipset allows it, but it needs the proper drivers

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Windows great. Linux greater.
*by A***R on January 25, 2025*

Works amazing with windows. Did not even register on kali Linux. UPDATE: upgrading to 5 stars b/c on linux I had to install the drivers for it to work. Once I did, it picked up even better on linux. Amazing! 5 stars.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for monitor mode and injection. Does what is say
*by J***. on June 24, 2020*

Excellent quality with superior signal strength for such a compact size. Monitor mode works flawlessly across both 2.4ghz and 5ghz bands in Kali and will now replace my panda pau05 for most due to its 2.4ghz band limitations though definitely won't throw it away as it works well in Kali as well and has a smaller form factor. Being able to remove the antenna and also replace it with an even larger one if wanted is nice and the USB adapter base is nice too though probably won't use it much unless I upgrade to a larger antenna. Thanks

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Windows plug and play!
*by D***G on January 3, 2026*

I was concerned at first about the enclosed CD programs and unsigned drivers to be downloaded from .TW The enclosed instructions had Windows 98 era screen shots. Fear not! It worked w/windows 11 out of the box plug and play. No downloads or CD installation needed.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-22*