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product_id: 218434476
title: "AWUS036ACM Long-Range Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC1200 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported"
brand: "alfa network"
price: "Rp2848670"
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# High-Sensitivity External Antenna Dual-Band AC1200 Wi-Fi USB 3.0 High-Speed Interface AWUS036ACM Long-Range Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC1200 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported

**Brand:** alfa network
**Price:** Rp2848670
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📡 Stay connected, stay unstoppable — the ultimate Wi-Fi weapon for pros!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AWUS036ACM Long-Range Wide-Coverage Dual-Band AC1200 USB Wireless Wi-Fi Adapter w/High-Sensitivity External Antenna - Windows, MacOS & Kali Linux Supported by alfa network
- **How much does it cost?** Rp2848670 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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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

- • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Supports Windows XP through 10, macOS 10.9-10.13, and Linux—your versatile networking sidekick.
- • **Seamless Dual-Band Performance:** Enjoy lag-free streaming and gaming with 2.4GHz (300Mbps) and 5GHz (867Mbps) speeds that keep you ahead of the pack.
- • **Flexible USB 3.0 Cradle Included:** Optimize your signal reception with a free USB 3.0 cradle for perfect positioning and maximum throughput.
- • **Extended Coverage with External Antenna:** Maximize your Wi-Fi reach and stay connected even in challenging environments with a powerful high-sensitivity antenna.
- • **Plug & Play on Kali Linux & Raspberry Pi 5:** Skip the driver drama—works instantly for pentesters and security pros on cutting-edge platforms.

## Overview

The ALFA Network AWUS036ACM is a high-performance dual-band AC1200 USB Wi-Fi adapter featuring a high-sensitivity external antenna and USB 3.0 interface. It delivers up to 867Mbps on 5GHz and 300Mbps on 2.4GHz bands, ensuring stable, lag-free connections. Designed for professionals and pentesters, it offers seamless plug-and-play support on Kali Linux and Raspberry Pi 5, plus broad compatibility with Windows and macOS (up to 10.13). Its included USB cradle allows flexible positioning for optimal signal strength, making it a top choice for long-range wireless networking and security auditing.

## Description

Product description Superior Wi-Fi Performance Equipped with lastest 802.11ac wireless standards, and years of field-proven experiences, ALFA AWUS036ACM provides 2.4GHz 300Mbps or 5GHz 867Mbps Wi-Fi data transfer speeds for outstanding peformance. Giga-Fast 802.11ac Wireless, Better Range & Coverage AWUS036ACM comes with lastest 802.11ac standards with hardware-based WiFi optimization, plus two external high gain antennas, resulting in extra-ordinary signal range. Increased Bandwidth, More Applications AWUS036ACM supports Max. 300Mbps 2.4GHz or 867Mbps 5GHz wireless access. Making it ideal for large traffic and lag-free HD video streaming for more devices in your living space. Increased Wireless Signal Penetration With unmatched Wi-Fi signal strength and coverage. AWUS036ACM not only has maximum WiFi range, it helps to penetrate walls, and eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots in your living space easily. Specifications

Review: The Pentester's Dream for Raspberry Pi 5 - Works Flawlessly Out Of The Box! - Let's face it, getting hardware peripherals, especially capable wireless adapters, running smoothly on brand new platforms like the Raspberry Pi 5 can be a real headache. Driver support is often lagging. That's where the ALFA Network AWUS036ACM absolutely shines, particularly for anyone running Kali Linux for wireless security auditing and penetration testing. This adapter is a lifesaver! I plugged it into my Raspberry Pi 5 running the latest Kali Linux ARM image, and it was recognized instantly – truly out-of-the-box. No hunting for obscure drivers, no compiling, no dkms nightmares. This is HUGE, especially on the Pi 5 where compatibility can still be hit-or-miss for many adapters. The underlying MT7612U chipset has solid in-kernel support, which makes all the difference. From a pentesting perspective, this adapter is exactly what you need. It fully supports monitor mode and packet injection, performing reliably with standard tools like the Aircrack-ng suite, Wireshark, and Kismet. Capturing handshakes and injecting packets worked without a hitch. The adapter's long-range capabilities and strong AC1200 dual-band performance mean you can reliably capture traffic from further away and on less congested 5GHz channels, which is critical for effective wireless assessments. If you're setting up a Raspberry Pi 5 for wireless penetration testing or security research and want an adapter that is powerful, reliable, and guaranteed to work without wasting hours on driver issues, the ALFA AWUS036ACM is the undisputed champion. It saves you the setup pain and lets you get straight to work. An essential tool for any Pi 5-based pentesting toolkit. Solid 5 stars
Review: Device Is Plug N Play - Plug and play. Didn’t have to install drivers. Antenna is a good range. Functions well. Speed is fast. Seems pretty durable and portable at same time. Stability is good as well. Works well with Kali OS and Parrot OS.

## Features

- Cutting-Edge, latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology. Dual-Band 2.4GHz(300Mbps) and 5GHz(867Mbps) Performance to prevent network freezing and lags when streaming and gaming online
- High-Sensitivity Dual-Band external antenna optimizes signal for more coverage
- Flexibile product positioning with Free-of-Charge USB 3.0 cradle for better signal reception
- Driver support for Windows XP/ Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 and Windows 10, Apple macOS 10.9 to 10.13 and Linux
- Note: No driver to support Mac OS version beyond 10.15, nor support M1/M2 chipset.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08BJS8FXD |
| Best Sellers Rank | #233 in USB Computer Network Adapters |
| Brand | ALFA Network |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop |
| Compatible Operating System Family | Linux, MacOS, Windows |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 981 Reviews |
| Data Link Protocol | USB |
| Data Transfer Rate | 300 Megabits Per Second |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.44"L x 0.94"W x 3.36"H |
| Item Weight | 2.07 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | ALFA Network |
| Mfr Part Number | AWUS036ACM |
| Minimum Required Operating System Version | Windows 10 |
| Model Number | AWUS036ACM |
| Product Dimensions | 2.44"L x 0.94"W x 3.36"H |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ALFA Network
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop
- **Compatible Operating System Family:** Linux, MacOS, Windows
- **Data Link Protocol:** USB
- **Data Transfer Rate:** 300 Megabits Per Second
- **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Item Weight:** 2.07 Ounces
- **Product Dimensions:** 2.44"L x 0.94"W x 3.36"H
- **Unit Count:** 1 Count

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the country of origin?**
A: Taiwan

**Q: I see it comes with a cd, can I install it without it?**
A: It worked perfectly with both my Linux and Windows 10 computers without any driver installation at all. Never used the CD.

**Q: Anyone know if this will work with a Chromebook built on Debian 10?**
A: Debian 10 does include the driver. The question is whether the Chromebook will supply enough power through the USB3 port.

**Q: I am running Kali ver 2021.2 as a virtual box. I cannot get the device to work. Does anyone have any suggestions?**
A: This device connects through the usb 3.0. Start by Opening the Virtual box: 

1) Power off the Kali VM and then connect the wireless device to the usb 3.0 port. 

2) Under Kali VM settings, select USB, click the USB “+” icon and select the wireless device. 

3) Make sure USB 3.0 is selected as the controller. 

4) Unplug the WiFi adapter and power on Kali VM. Once Kali is powered on, reattach the device to the usb 3.0 port and it should automatically connect to the Kali VM. 

NOTE: This will not work if Kali VM is open and running!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Pentester's Dream for Raspberry Pi 5 - Works Flawlessly Out Of The Box!
*by M***S on April 28, 2025*

Let's face it, getting hardware peripherals, especially capable wireless adapters, running smoothly on brand new platforms like the Raspberry Pi 5 can be a real headache. Driver support is often lagging. That's where the ALFA Network AWUS036ACM absolutely shines, particularly for anyone running Kali Linux for wireless security auditing and penetration testing. This adapter is a lifesaver! I plugged it into my Raspberry Pi 5 running the latest Kali Linux ARM image, and it was recognized instantly – truly out-of-the-box. No hunting for obscure drivers, no compiling, no dkms nightmares. This is HUGE, especially on the Pi 5 where compatibility can still be hit-or-miss for many adapters. The underlying MT7612U chipset has solid in-kernel support, which makes all the difference. From a pentesting perspective, this adapter is exactly what you need. It fully supports monitor mode and packet injection, performing reliably with standard tools like the Aircrack-ng suite, Wireshark, and Kismet. Capturing handshakes and injecting packets worked without a hitch. The adapter's long-range capabilities and strong AC1200 dual-band performance mean you can reliably capture traffic from further away and on less congested 5GHz channels, which is critical for effective wireless assessments. If you're setting up a Raspberry Pi 5 for wireless penetration testing or security research and want an adapter that is powerful, reliable, and guaranteed to work without wasting hours on driver issues, the ALFA AWUS036ACM is the undisputed champion. It saves you the setup pain and lets you get straight to work. An essential tool for any Pi 5-based pentesting toolkit. Solid 5 stars

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Device Is Plug N Play
*by J***E on April 23, 2026*

Plug and play. Didn’t have to install drivers. Antenna is a good range. Functions well. Speed is fast. Seems pretty durable and portable at same time. Stability is good as well. Works well with Kali OS and Parrot OS.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good USB wifi adapter for Linux
*by H***. on April 7, 2026*

Works plug and play in Linux Fedora 42 stock (Gnome). It connects to 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks. The adapter comes with a very good USB extension cable. It shows 650 Mbps when connected to wifi network (it depends on the router and number of devices connected).

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