I will be living in a building with free password protected WiFi, will this still work? Will it be fast enough connect to play PC video games?
1851691
This will be more than fast enough and is also backwards compatible with most Wireless network standards (B|G|N). Problems playing PC games would not be because of this device.
1851692
That's a question you should be asking the person providing you the free wifi. If your playing internet games, you might have some lag due to the router being used to serve you the internet. Also lag can happen from the internet service provider.
1851693
Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection losses and BSODs. See my review for this product.
1851694
Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection losses and BSODs. See my review for this product. Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection... » Read More Keep in mind that this is a 802.11ac adapter, and as such, an expensive one. Check with your Wi-Fi provider which type of 802.11 they will offer, whether 802.11n 2.4 GHz, 802.11n 5 GHz, or 802.11ac (if it is not any of these 3, then it is a rather bad free Wi-Fi). If it is not 802.11ac, you do not need this adapter, and can purchase a cheaper 802.11n one, unless you want investment protection, since the 11ac adapters are compatible with the previous formats. That being said, I cannot recommend this Asus USB-AC56 adapter, unfortunately. In my Windows 8.1 64-bit, I had nothing but connection losses and BSODs. See my review for this product. « Show Less
1851695
This does not have an impact of internet speed. I can't guarantee it'll work with gaming as it depends on the WiFi provided by your building, but the piece does not slow it down. We use it so we can watch videos on YouTube and they work fine.
2260965
I have 35Mbps and it works fine. I was able to use it with a split Ethernet cable connection to my router also without any problems. I would advise against using a wireless connection based on my experience though.
2166705
is your computer compatible with the usb wireless adapter? are you running windows 7? I got this to extend my wifi so i could have internet downstairs and it didn't work. to much metal in the building. Depending on how much you paid I would throw it in the trash like I did. I went to Best buy and got one that worked and for a good price.
536044
Mine is on a secured wifi network , but I have had it so long that I honestly don't remember the setup procedure. I do think initial setup requires connecting to pc.
969344
I tested it out on my home wifi which uses WPA security and a password. The interface is a bit of a pain so it does take some getting used to. Also you have to know what security protocols (IE WPA, WPA2, WEP) is being used. The router can not figure that out on its own like a PC or Tablet can. In the end it worked just fine with my home network with security. If you are at a hotel you might need to ask them what security protocol they use.
308336
It works as a hot spot for any device with Wifi capability. But you'll need to have Clearwire in your area.
656362
You have to connect to wifi and most wifi connections you need the password
656364
Mine was not WIFI capable. We live in a WIFI area, but could not use it. It works fine at my sisters house who gives me the password to their wireless. FYI....the picture & video quality is very poor. My 7 year old son uses it mainly to pay games on. Hope that helps.
455944
If there is a wireless router, or a "hotspot" nearby yes....but you would need the password if it is a secured network. I use this to be able to access the router in my home from my desktop pc that does not have an internal network card. The range on this particular model would not provide you with many "access" points, for instance, you would not be able to pick up your neighbor's wireless and have a strong signal. This model is perfect for "internal" use to pick up a signal from a wireless router that is no more than 75-100 feet away.
1134535
Yes, no issues. Once you connect to the wireless network, you'll be asked for the password.
791485
Yes. Wifi would work. Considering its a strong dedicated signal, it should work well. Good luck.
1245329
I would imagine it would work - I'm running it on a linux virtual box, so an android (linux) mini pc box should work. If you have a regular wifi dongle to test with and it works, I would venture to guess that this should work as well. Hopefully this helps... not definite, but just my experience.
2127223
It is an USB wifi N adapter to connect to a wireless router. I just bought one but it isn't good for gaming. It laggs a bit, specially on real time games.
537100
Sorry my friend, I only used it like a Wifi device. And its very good. It's installed on my pc to use Internet by wifi.
1760268
it is not but you can buy a wireless card for it rather cheap. i would suggest buying a pcie card as they preform much better then a usb one would and im assuming your building a machine for gaming so your connection may be important.
71558
Yes, I put in my password for my wi-fi and yes, internet at hand! I did not go through purchasing a disc, you can use this laptop and be able to use the internet, since you are not the administrator, you are not going to be able to get deep into the the computer. For the this little laptop, using the internet, storing files and so one. It is a margin!
1825
No, but that depends. It will connect to any WIFI router close to you, Like in a WIFI caf. But, not all of the time. I use mine at home and I do use my own wireless router. If there is an open / un-password protected WIFI router near where you are, it will work just fine.