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Note: This is a single-state adapter.
Note: This adapter uses the mt7612u chipset.
Note: Oldest currently supported LTS kernel that supports this adapter: kernel 5.4
Note: Supported interface modes:
* IBSS
* managed
* AP
* AP/VLAN
* monitor
* mesh point
* P2P-client
* P2P-GO
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AliExpress - 11 USD - [PIX-LINK LV-UAC04](https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803220959476.html)
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Note: This is a single-state adapter.
Note: This adapter uses the mt7612u chipset.
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Note: Oldest currently supported LTS kernel that supports this adapter: kernel 5.4
Note: Supported interface modes:
* IBSS
* managed
* AP
* AP/VLAN
* monitor
* mesh point
* P2P-client
* P2P-GO
Walmart - 32 USD - [NETGEAR - AC1200 Dual-Band USB 3.0 WiFi Adapter (A6210-10000S)](https://www.walmart.com/ip/NETGEAR-AC1200-Dual-Band-USB-3-0-WiFi-Adapter-A6210-10000S/106539212?a)
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ebay - 26 USD - [NETGEAR AC1200 USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter - A6210-10000S](https://www.ebay.com/p/18021987463)

Review by Nick - The Netgear A6210 is an adapter that is designed to be portable. I rate the range of this adapter to be average as far as small adapters with no external antenna go so if you need a long range adapter, look elsewhere. On the other hand, if range is not an issue, this adapter is easy to pack and take on the road. It comes with a good quality USB3 extension cable plus cradle. It is a stable performer. I have noted that it runs a little warm which is unusual for Mediatek chipset based adapters. Users looking for a portable AC1200 adapter that uses an in-kernel driver and has good performance over short to medium distances should be happy with this adapter. Note: Due to the somewhat limited range of this adapter, I do not recommend it for use in AP mode unless your requirement is only for same room connections. I also do not recommend this adapter for security analysis/pen testing because of the limited range.
Review by Nick - The Netgear A6210 is an adapter that is designed to be portable. I rate the range of this adapter to be average as far as small adapters with no external antenna go so if you need a long range adapter, look elsewhere. On the other hand, if range is not an issue, this adapter is easy to pack and take on the road. It comes with a good quality USB3 extension cable plus cradle. It is a stable performer. I have noted that it runs a little warm which is unusual for Mediatek based adapters. Users looking for a portable AC1200 adapter that uses an in-kernel driver and has good performance over short to medium distances should be happy with this adapter. Note: Due to the somewhat limited range of this adapter, I do not recommend it for use in AP mode unless your requirement is only for same room connections. I also do not recommend this adapter for security analysis/pen testing because of the limited range.

To be clear: This adapter can provide good throughput. Here is a sample from iperf3:

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