AC600

WiFi USB Mini Adapter

802.11ac Dual Band

Start Flying with Next Generation WiFi

The world’s fastest WiFi technology at your fingertips will enable even older Windows®-based laptops to soar at top speed. Simply plug the mini adapter into a USB slot to surf, stream or game - lag time free. NETGEAR dual band performance with Beamforming+ keeps you connected while improving range and reliability.

Model: A6100
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Smart and Reliable

Compatible with any standard WiFi router, this AC600 Dual Band WiFi USB Mini Adapter wirelessly upgrades your Windows®-based notebook computer to AC WiFi speeds. The compact, mini designed adapter is perfect for added mobility and allows you to experience lag-free, HD streams throughout your home, online gaming and a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. With up to 150/433Mbps speed, dual band and Beamforming+, the A6100 avoids interference ensuring top WiFi speeds and reliable connections. Easy setup with the NETGEAR® genie® gets you up and running fast, while Push ‘N’ Connect gives you a secured connection at the push of a button.

  • Extended range and performance with 802.11ac (150 Mbps/433 Mbps)
  • Innovative mini-design
  • Perfect for online gaming and video streaming
  • Beamforming+—Faster, more reliable connections
  • Works with any standard WiFi Router or Modem Router/Gateway like Belkin®, Linksys®, D-Link®, NETGEAR®, & others

Speed

  • Next Generation WiFi—150/433 Mbps speeds

WiFi Range

  • Range—For large homes

Reliable Connections

  • Dual Band— Reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices

Ease of Use

  • Compatible — Works with 802.11 a/b/g/n and ac devices

  • Push ‘N’ Connect — Secure push button WiFi connections (WPS)

  • Easy install —Includes NETGEAR genie software on a CD for simple installation

Product Number
A6100
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WiFi Technology
  • 802.11ac
Speed and Range
WiFi Performance
  • AC600 (150 Mbps / 433 Mbps)†
WiFi Range
  • Large Homes
WiFi Band
  • Dual Band 2.4 or 5GHz
Key Features
  • Improve laptop WiFi speed with AC
  • Works with 802.11 a/b/g/n and ac WiFi routers
  • Beamforming+ technology boosts speed, range and reliability
  • Extended range and performance with 802.11ac (150 Mbps/433 Mbps)
  • Dual band reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices
  • Innovative mini-design
  • Stream HD videos simultaneously
  • Push ‘N’ Connect—push button security
  • Easy NETGEAR genie® setup
Physical Specifications
  • Dimensions: 36.1 x 18.4 x 8.1 mm (1.42 x .724 x .318 in)
  • Weight: 8 g (.28 oz)
Package Contents
  • A6100 WiFi USB Mini Adapter—AC600 Dual Band (A6100)
  • Installation guide
  • NETGEAR® genie® installation CD
Standards
  • IEEE® 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
  • IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5.0GHz
System Requirements
  • Intel® Pentium® class PC
  • Available USB 1.1 or USB 2.0
  • Microsoft® Windows® 7, 8, 8.1, 10, XP, Vista®: (32/64-bit)

† Maximum wireless signal rate derived from draft IEEE 802.11ac specifications, and final IEEE 802.11ac specifications may be different. Actual data throughput will likely be lower, and depends on network and environmental conditions, including volume of network traffic and building construction.

NETGEAR Warranty

  • This product is backed by a NETGEAR limited 1-year Hardware Warranty.
  • 24/7 basic technical support provided for 90 days from purchase date, when purchased from a NETGEAR authorized reseller.