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BrosTrend 650Mbps AC5L Linux WiFi Adapter Review

Posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Jan 11, 2023

This review looks at the BrosTrend AC650 AC5L Linux WiFi Adapter.

Unlike most Wi-Fi sellers, BrosTrend provide Linux support for Ubuntu and Ubuntu-based distros. Their Wi-Fi adapter chipsets and drivers are developed by Realtek.

The AC5L adapter sells for around $25. The device consists of a small USB key with an attached 5dBi long range WiFi antenna. The antenna can be set to 3 different positions. The image to the left shows the antenna in a vertical position. It can also be arranged at 45 degrees, or in a horizontal position. This should help you obtain optimal wireless signal connection.

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