**UPDATE**
. I still feel this is an awesome adapter and perfect for Linux, the commendations in my original post, ( see below ), have not changed. I'm updating this in order to add some context and info for folks who may be wary of purchasing this based on comments that the adapter has "stopped working", or that it no longer connects.
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A note \ observation about Operating Systems in general, and specifically Linux installations.
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. Operating System "updates" can have serious negative side effects on 3rd party devices, including causing them to stop working. Even Windows updates do this sometimes, that's why you'll see lots of Windows KB Articles regarding 'broken' devices after an update. Linux is no different, and in fact, it may be less forgiving.
. Windows and Mac operating systems have more of a "...let's try to do everything for the user because the vast majority of 'typical' users don't really know what's going on under the covers anyway...". However, Linux is, generally speaking, for the more geeky crowd, it's not always a good OS choice for the faint of heart, and sometimes requires messing with the system to get things to work.
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. That said, and to that very point, I *just* had an Ubuntu Update take place on my PC, and after reboot, my Cudy WiFi adapter no longer worked, in fact, Ubuntu didn't even recognize it existed. Does this mean the adapter is garbage and no longer works? Absolutely not, ( I'm using it right now to type this ), does it mean that Cudy produces low quality equipment or drivers? Again, no. What it *DOES* mean is that the Ubuntu Update removed the previous installation of the Cudy WiFi driver. That is **NOT** Cudy's fault, Ubuntu \ Linux removed the drivers.
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. Why? When Linux distros update, they sometimes take stock of what's been installed, particularly drivers. If the drivers aren't recognized by that Linux distro, it might think the drivers are old ones that have been deprecated and are no longer needed, hence it will actually uninstall the drivers, which can also remove the entries for the driver in the system config files for the network adapter. At that time, rebooting the system will come up with a completely missing WiFi adapter.
. The remedy for this is incredibly quick, simple, and painless. Re-Run steps 5 and 6 in the installation manual. Those are the "sudo make" and "sudo make install" commands, then, reboot. Once you do that, the WiFi adapter will "probably", ( your mileage may vary depending on your distro ), be alive and well and you'll be back online.
. Again, Linux isn't for everyone, it's VERY easy to have things "stop working", that doesn't neccesarily mean that thing is bad, it very often simply means that thing's drivers are no longer installed.
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** Here's my Original Post **
. I got this adapter a couple weeks ago, and It works perfectly with Ubuntu 18.04 & 20.04, Mint 19 & 20, ( both Ubuntu and Mint are Debian based ), as well as Fedora 33, ( which is Red Hat's desktop fork of Linux ).
. One thing to note is you need to extract the driver and build/install it, ( using the make commands ), in order to use it. For people unfamiliar with how to do this, or who may be unsure that they are technically capable, the adapter has very good documentation in the folder on the included disc, ( you can also find the driver and documents on Cudy's website for those who would like to view it before purchasing ).
. I whole-heartedly recommend this adapter, even for people new to Linux. 🙂
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Product Description
Specifications
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- 867Mbps on 5GHz
- 400Mbps on 2.4GHz
- USB 3.0 Port
- Good Compatibility
- Work with Any router
The Latest Wi-Fi Standard at Streaming Speeds
As being built with 802.11ac wireless technology, WU1300S can increase your wireless speed up to 3 times compare to your old 11n adapter. It offers two bands for you to choose, 2.4GHz provides extremely long range performance, 5GHz reaches 867Mbps, perfect for gaming and streaming. Simple tasks like web browsing can be handled by the 2.4GHz band, while bandwidth intensive tasks like online gaming or HD video streaming can be processed by the 5GHz band.
- Compatible with Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista , Mac OS and Linux.
- Resource CD driver and installation guide included in the package, you can follow the manual instructions to install the driver.
- In the same time, if a CD ROM is not convenient for you, we also offer a download address which printed on the manual, you can get the driver from the link.
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Dual Band2.4GHz provides extremely long range performance. 5GHz reaches 867Mbps, perfect for gaming and streaming. |
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| data link protocol | USB, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b | USB | USB | IEEE 802.11ax/ac/b/g/n | USB | USB |
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Sadly I've never posted a bad review ( Until Now ) These DON'T WORK AS THEY SHOULD !
I've bought these in the past ( smooth body WU1300 ) AC1300 which worked well .. all my clients were very happy .. I just bought another 10 .. the newer ones ( I was told ) have this rippled body ( WU1300S ) they are garbage ! Yes THEY ARE GARBAGE at 3.5Ghz they don't even download at the speed of 2.4Ghz ( and I know what I'm doing ) I have a very small computer biz and it's not like I'm going to open them and test each one after I get them .. but unfortunately I did before I sold one to a customer today and each and every NEW one with the rippled body FAILED ( I was so embarrassed ) even made sure the right driver was in place .. unlike the old ones all worked well as they should .. see the pictures ..the window for return unfortunately is closed .. so I guess I'll be buying another brand .. I just hope this feedback saves someone else from getting burnt like I did .. God Bless and have a Very Merry Christmas !
