USB WiFi Adapter for Linux, Tails, Mint, Ubuntu, Fedora and Windows, 2.4GHz MT7601U Plug-and-Play Dongle

• Wi-Fi USB adapter (compact form factor).

• Windows 10/11: typically plug-and-play via Windows Update. Older Windows may need a driver.
• macOS: modern macOS supports a limited set of USB chipsets; third-party drivers may be required for some versions.
• Linux: many kernels include drivers for common chipsets. Some chipsets require DKMS/extra packages. Monitor/AP mode support varies by driver.
• Android: requires OTG-capable device and OS support for the chipset; not all Android builds load external Wi-Fi drivers.
• Pentesting use: special modes (monitor/injection) are chipset/driver dependent and not guaranteed; this product is sold for general networking use.

If you need a specific chipset (e.g., for Linux monitor mode), please contact us before ordering to confirm availability.

1. Windows: plug in → wait for auto-install via Windows Update → connect to your SSID. If not detected, install the driver from our link (QR in the guide).
2. macOS: plug in → if unsupported natively, install the provided driver for your macOS version → reboot → connect.
3. Linux: plug in → check lsusb and ip a → if needed, install DKMS/firmware packages from your distro repos → connect via Network Manager.
4. Android: confirm OTG is enabled → use a USB-C/OTG adapter → connect (support varies by device/ROM).
5. Raspberry Pi / Debian (multiple Wi-Fi adapters): When using a USB Wi-Fi adapter alongside built-in Wi-Fi, the system may continue using wlan0 (internal) even if wlan1 (USB) is connected.
   
   Quick setup:
   1. Connect using the USB adapter:
   nmcli dev wifi connect "YourWiFiName" ifname wlan1 --ask
   2. Verify active connection:
   ip route
   (Look for dev wlan1) 3. If needed, disable internal Wi-Fi to force USB usage:
   ip link set wlan0 down
   
   Tip: Linux prioritizes interfaces using a “metric” (lower = higher priority). If both adapters are active, the system may still prefer wlan0 unless it is disabled.
   
   Note: If connection drops after disabling wlan0, it may appear as a “freeze” (SSH disconnect), not a system issue.

Secure Boot: on some Linux PCs, third-party drivers require disabling Secure Boot or enrolling a module key.

• Use a USB 3.0 port for best throughput; avoid unpowered hubs.
• Update your OS and router firmware for latest Wi-Fi features and stability.
• Position the dongle away from metal obstructions; a short USB extension can improve reception.

• Not detected: try another USB port, check Device Manager / lsusb, install/reinstall drivers.
• Slow speed: connect to 5 GHz, move closer to the router, and confirm USB 3.0 is in use.
• Drops/stability: update drivers/firmware; switch router channel width (20/40/80 MHz) if crowded.
• Linux driver build issues: install kernel headers and DKMS; temporarily disable Secure Boot if required.

Need a specific chipset or help with drivers? Message Us and include your OS version and what you need (e.g., monitor mode, AP mode).