Enjoy smooth 8K video streaming, online gaming, and video calling experiences by connecting the Netgear Nighthawk A8500 BE5000 Wi-Fi 7 USB Adapter to your computer's compatible USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 (aka USB 3.0) port. This compact adapter supports the Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) standard, which allows you to transfer up to 5 Gb/s over the 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands with most brands of compatible network routers.
Connect the adapter directly to your system with the integrated USB-A connector. The flip open design allows you to position the two internal antennas for an optimal signal. MU-MIMO, OFDMA, and beamforming technologies help to ensure efficient and reliable connections. Your wireless connection is protected by WPA3 encryption. It is also backward compatible with previous Wi-Fi and USB standards. Windows 11 is required to take advantage of all Wi-Fi 7 features.