{"product_id":"tp-link-tl-wn823n-n300-mini-wi-fi-usb-adapter-300mbps","title":"TP-Link TL-WN823N N300 Mini Wi-Fi USB Adapter - 300Mbps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link TL-WN823N N300 Mini Wi-Fi USB Adapter is a compact USB dongle designed to add or restore wireless connectivity to a laptop or desktop PC. Its fingertip-sized form factor makes it easy to leave plugged in or carry in a bag, and the built-in WPS button and SoftAP mode mean it can also share a wired connection as a Wi-Fi hotspot. It suits home users who need straightforward, no-fuss wireless networking on a machine that lacks Wi-Fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300Mbps wireless for HD streaming and gaming\u003c\/strong\u003e — Operating on the 2.4 GHz band with IEEE 802.11n, it delivers up to 300Mbps — enough for HD video, voice calls and online gaming without buffering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini size stays out of the way\u003c\/strong\u003e — At 39 × 18.35 × 7.87 mm it barely protrudes from a USB port, making it practical to leave in permanently on a laptop or desktop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoftAP turns a wired PC into a hotspot\u003c\/strong\u003e — SoftAP Mode lets it rebroadcast a wired internet connection as a Wi-Fi hotspot, sharing connectivity with nearby devices in just a few clicks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-button WPA\/WPA2 security setup\u003c\/strong\u003e — A physical WPS button handles wireless security encryption without manually entering passwords, supporting WPA and WPA2 standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad OS compatibility out of the box\u003c\/strong\u003e — It works with Windows 11 down to XP, Mac OS 10.15 and earlier, and Linux, so it can revive Wi-Fi on older machines alongside modern ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 300Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eFrequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.4 GHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUSB 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e39 × 18.35 × 7.87 mm (1.54 × 0.72 × 0.31 in.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWPA\/WPA2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eWireless Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAd-Hoc, Infrastructure, SoftAP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Connects via USB 2.0 — fits any full-size USB-A port on a laptop or desktop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, and XP; Mac OS 10.15 and earlier; and Linux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Works with existing IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g networks as well as 802.11n.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Operates on 2.4 GHz only — it will not connect to 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Mac support is listed for OS 10.15 and earlier; compatibility with macOS versions beyond 10.15 is not confirmed in the product record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✗ Does not fit USB-C-only ports without a separate USB-A adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesktop or laptop users adding Wi-Fi\u003c\/b\u003e to a machine that has no built-in wireless adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTravellers and commuters\u003c\/b\u003e who need a pocket-sized adapter they can carry and plug in anywhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHome users sharing a wired connection\u003c\/b\u003e — SoftAP Mode lets it broadcast a Wi-Fi hotspot from a single wired PC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsers on older operating systems\u003c\/b\u003e including Windows XP and Mac OS 10.15, where newer adapters may lack driver support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e5 GHz networks:\u003c\/b\u003e it operates on 2.4 GHz only, so it cannot connect to 5 GHz-only or 5 GHz-preferred routers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-throughput tasks\u003c\/b\u003e such as 4K streaming or large file transfers that benefit from Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6 speeds above 300Mbps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUSB-C-only devices\u003c\/b\u003e: the interface is USB 2.0 Type-A and requires a full-size USB-A port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModern Mac users on macOS beyond 10.15\u003c\/b\u003e: compatibility with later macOS versions is not confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eTP-LINK's 300Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter TL-WN823N is designed to connect your laptop or desktop to a wireless network and enjoy high speed wireless performance. The fingertip design makes the adapter convenient and easy to carry around. What's more, the TL-WN823N features SoftAP Mode, one-button security setup, easy-to-use configuration software, making it a great choice for enjoying fast wireless network.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith wireless speeds of up to 300Mbps and advanced MIMO technology, the TL-WN823N provides you with a fast, reliable wireless connection for lag-free online gaming and video streaming. Better still, TL-WN823N achieves the best performance with wireless N devices, but also works seamlessly with existing IEEE 802.11b\/g networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA friendly user interface utility on a CD for simple installation** Easily establish a high speeds Wi-Fi hotspot with just a few clicks. Easy wireless security encryption at a push of the WPS button.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTP-Link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTL-WN823N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFCC, CE, 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