Does the Linux driver support 5ghz as well as 2.4ghz?

Yes , so far it worked for Ubuntu, LMDE 4 and everything else I wanted it for.

Is this truly plug and play with windows 7? system is windows home premium, no cd/dvd drive.

Hi, This BrosTrend AC2 supports plug and play with Windows 7 and Windows 10. If the plug and play did not work in your side, you can also download the Driver from below link, then you can follow the manual to install it on your computer, the installation of Drier may takes about 3 to 5 minutes to finish. http://www.trendtechcn.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=326&TypeId=2 If you have any technical question, please send email to us at: support@trend-tech.net.cn , we will provide technical support to you within 24 hours. Best Regards, Simon from BrosTrend Technical Support Team

What is the chipset for this card?

Hi, the chipset of this Linux USB WiFi adapter is REALTEK RTL8821CU. Currently, our driver works on Debian based Linux OSes, such as Ubuntu, Kali and Linux Mint. The driver supports kernels up to 5.11. Internet connection is a need for driver installation. Should you have any doubt about this Linux USB wifi adapter, please feel free to let us know by sending an email to support@brostrend.com We will assist you within 24 hours. Best regards, Nicole from BrosTrend Technical Support Team

will this work on a orange pi 5 running android 12?

Hello, Sorry, this Linux WiFi Adapter does not support Android OS, whether on Orange Pi 5 or not. The supporting operating systems can be verified on the product page on Amazon. In case you need any help, please contact us at support@brostrend.com We will get back to you within 24 hours. Best regards, Thomas from BrosTrend Technical Support Team Technical Support Email: support@brostrend.com

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BrosTrend 650Mbps Linux Compatible WiFi Adapter Supports Kali Linux, Ubuntu

Product ID: 266684492

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Brand
BrosTrend
Colour
Black
Hardware interface
USB 2.0
Product dimensions
7.8L x 2W x

📡5dBi adjustable long-range antenna

📶650Mbps dual-band speed

🖥️Multi-OS Linux & Windows support

₹ 4190

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Description

🚀 Upgrade your Linux WiFi game — speed, range & security in one sleek adapter!

EXTENDED WIRELESS RANGE - 5dBi rotatable antenna boosts your signal strength and stability for desktop or laptop setups.
UNIVERSAL ROUTER SUPPORT - Connect effortlessly to any WiFi router or gateway supporting 802.11ax/ac/n standards.
BLAZING FAST DUAL BAND WI FI - Stream 4K & game lag-free with up to 433Mbps on 5GHz and 200Mbps on 2.4GHz bands.
NEXT GEN SECURITY PROTOCOLS - Protect your network with advanced WPA3 encryption plus WPA2/WPA/WEP support.
SEAMLESS LINUX COMPATIBILITY - Works flawlessly with all major Linux distros (kernel 6.2+) including Kali, Ubuntu, Mint & more.

The BrosTrend 650Mbps Linux Compatible WiFi Adapter delivers robust dual-band wireless speeds up to 650Mbps, supports a wide range of Linux distributions and Windows versions, and features a 5dBi adjustable antenna for enhanced range and stability. Compatible with all modern WiFi routers and equipped with advanced WPA3 security, it’s the perfect plug-and-play solution for professionals seeking reliable, high-performance wireless connectivity on Linux-powered devices.

Specifications

ASIN	B01GC8XH0S
Best Sellers Rank	#26,625 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #168 in USB Computer Network Adapters
Brand	BrosTrend
Built-In Media	1 x 650Mbps Linux USB WiFi Adapter; 1 x Instruction Script for Linux OS
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Supported Architectures: x86_64/x86_32 (PCs, VirtualBox..), aarch64/armhf (Raspberry Pi 2+, Odroid...)
Compatible Operating System Family	Linux
Country of Origin	China
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,106)
Data Link Protocol	IEEE 802.11 ac/n/a 5GHz, IEEE 802.11 n/g/b 2.4GHz
Data Transfer Rate	650 Megabits Per Second
Global Trade Identification Number	00701017579830
Hardware Interface	USB 2.0
Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.8L x 2W x 19.8H centimeters
Item Highlight	Mint, Debian, Kubuntu, Zorin, PureOS, Raspberry Pi 2+, Windows, Dual Band USB Wireless Adapter w/ Long Range WiFi Antenna
Item Weight	5 g
Manufacturer	BrosTrend Technology LLC
Mfr Part Number	AC5L-Linux-Upgraded
Minimum Required Operating System Version	Ubuntu 16.04 Xenial Xerus
Model Number	AC5L-Linux-Upgraded
Number of Items	1
UPC	701017579830
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Register for 2-Year Warranty

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