AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter
DWA-181
- Product Status (Revision A1_v100): Live
- IEEE 802.11ac/n/g/a compliant
- Dual-band works with 2.4GHz or 5GHz networks
- 802.11ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO technology
- Speeds up to 400Mbps (2.4GHz) or 867Mbps (5GHz)
Where to buy
Easy Connection to Wi-Fi
Any high-speed wireless network is now within reach of your devices with the D-Link AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter. It uses wireless AC1300 technology, giving you speeds of up to 867Mbps (5GHz) or 400Mbps (2.4GHz).
![Dual-band Wi-Fi diagram showing 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands with example devices connected to each](/en/-/media/product-pages/dwa/181/slices/dwa181_03_intro.jpg?h=558&w=560&la=en&hash=1684DF7D202E1CA77E3CE15B60896E43)
Add Wi-Fi On the Fly
The AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter plugs into any USB port for plug-and-play convenience. Its small size ensures your devices get wireless access without bulky antennas or large dongles. And with a simple installation process, any device can be turned into a wireless online device. Add Wi-Fi to computers without hassle.
![DWA-181 AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter connected to a laptop beside coffee cup on a table](/en/-/media/product-pages/dwa/181/slices/dwa181_02_overview.jpg?h=850&w=2500&la=en&hash=980112602D821B3122D3001A125526B5)
More Compatibility, Less Hassle
While the AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter allows you to connect to wireless networks at cutting-edge 802.11ac speeds, it’s also backwards-compatible with older 802.11n/g/b/a wireless – so you'll always be able to get connected no matter where you are.
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Portable Design
Whether you’re at home using a desktop computer or out and about with a notebook, the DWA-181’s sleek design is perfect for mobility and convenience, so that you can take advantage of Wireless AC’s super-fast speed wherever you are.
![DWA-181 AC1300 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Nano USB Adapter measurements displaying miniature size](/en/-/media/product-pages/dwa/181/slices/dwa181_05_size.png?h=330&w=560&la=en&hash=5BD577010D2D88ED1F34D8F87BA94201)
What is Wireless AC Wave 2?
802.11ac Wave 2 is a networking standard that produces higher wireless speeds on the 5 GHz band. This means that you can enjoy clear, smooth streaming HD video from your favorite websites and services, lag-free online gaming, and clear audio and video calls over the Internet.
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Specs
Antenna
|
Integrated antenna |
---|---|
MU-MIMO
|
Yes |
Standards
|
IEEE 802.11ac/n/g/b/a |
USB
|
1 x USB 2.0 |
Wireless Encryption
|
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) WPA WPA2™ (Wi-Fi Protected Access) |
Wireless Speed
|
400Mbps (2.4GHz) or 867Mbps (5GHz) |