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Guide: Choosing USB wifi card Alfa Network
This guide is intended to assist you in choosing your Alfa Network Wifi card. First, here is a comparison chart that includes their main characteristics:
Model | Standard | Max flow | Chipset | Sensitivity (up) | Transmission power max | Compatible R36 |
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Awus036H | 802.11 b/g | 54 Mbps | Realtek RTL8187L | -96 dBm | 1000 mW | Yes |
Awus036EW | 802.11 b/g | 54 Mbps | Realtek RTL8187L | -83,5 dBm | 500 mW | Yes |
Awus036NH | 802.11 b/g/n | 150 Mbps | Ralink RT3070 | -92 dBm | 2000 mW | Yes (by flashing the firmware) |
Awus036NHR | 802.11 b/g/n | 150 Mbps | Realtek RTL8188RU | -92 dBm | 2000 mW | Yes (by flashing the firmware) |
Awus036NHA | 802.11 b/g/n | 150 Mbps | Atheros AR9271 | -96 dBm | 1000 mW | No |
Here is a guide compatibility, depending on operating systems:
Model | Windows XP | Windows Vista | Windows 7 | Windows 8 | Linux |
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Awus036H | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (may need to install the driver) |
Awus036EW | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (may need to install the driver) |
Awus036NH | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (may need to install the driver) |
Awus036NHR | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (may need to install the driver) |
Awus036NHA | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (may need to install the driver) |
Model | Mac OSx 10.4 | Mac OSx 10.5 | Mac OSx 10.6 | Mac OSx 10.7 | Mac OSx 10.8 | Mac OSx 10.9 |
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Awus036H | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Awus036EW | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Awus036NH | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not tested | Yes | Yes |
Awus036NHR | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Awus036NHA | No | No | No | No | No | No |
And finally, here for each wireless card after a summary of our testing and client testimonials.
AWUS036H: This is a Wifi card whose main interest is high sensitivity. As such, it is ideal in difficult conditions when the signal is weak or when there are obstacles. It is recommended for travelers: holiday at the hotel, camper, boat, it will provide an internet connection anywhere using a suitable antenna. It is also appreciated by lovers of computer security and Linux users, for its performance in monitor mode.
Awus036EW: This is the "little sister" of the AWUS036H. It is just a notch below the level of sensitivity and the maximum transmission power. However, it provides respectable performance, it is the entry level for Alfa Network Wifi USB key.
AWUS036NH: Thanks to support 802.11 b / g / n, it offers a theoretical maximum speed higher than the AWUS036H. In return, it is a little less sensitive.
Awus036NHR: The Awus036NHR is a wireless card that is particularly popular on Windows, or drivers really help make the most of its excellent performance. It will combine the advantages of AWUS036H with very good sensitivity, and AWUS036NH with a theoretical speed up to 150 Mbps.
Awus036NHA: The Awus036NHA is especially popular in Linux, or it will give excellent results after installing the appropriate driver.