--- product_id: 2098072 title: "Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter" brand: "linksys" price: "VT15104" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Linksys" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/2098072-linksys-ae2500-np-dual-band-wireless-n-usb-adapter store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Up to 300 Mbps speed Dual-Band 2.4/5 GHz WPA2 security Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter **Brand:** linksys **Price:** VT15104 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Upgrade your Wi-Fi gameβ€”fast, secure, and hassle-free! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter by linksys - **How much does it cost?** VT15104 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/2098072-linksys-ae2500-np-dual-band-wireless-n-usb-adapter) ## Best For - linksys enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted linksys brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Robust MIMO Antenna Design:** Multiple antennas boost signal strength and reliability, keeping you connected at home or on the go. - β€’ **Plug & Play USB Convenience:** Instantly upgrade any Windows PC with a simple USB plug-inβ€”no complicated setup required. - β€’ **Blazing Fast 300 Mbps Transfer:** Experience smooth video, rapid file sharing, and lag-free online gaming with high-speed wireless-N technology. - β€’ **Enterprise-Grade WPA2 Security:** Protect your network from freeloaders and threats with the latest wireless encryption standards. - β€’ **Seamless Dual-Band Connectivity:** Switch effortlessly between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz for interference-free streaming and gaming. ## Overview The Linksys AE2500 Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter delivers up to 300 Mbps wireless speed over dual 2.4 and 5 GHz bands, ensuring reliable, interference-free connectivity. Compatible with Windows 7, XP, and Vista, it features multiple MIMO antennas for enhanced signal strength and WPA2 security to safeguard your network. Its plug-and-play USB design makes it an effortless upgrade for desktops and laptops seeking faster, more stable Wi-Fi performance. ## Description Upgrade to Dual-Band N to avoid interference and enjoy superior performance. Connect your computer with the speed and range of Dual-Band N to surf the web, share photos, stream videos, and game online. Enhance your computer with the flexibility and high performance of Dual-Band Wireless-N. Just plug the Adapter into your computer's USB port to wirelessly connect to a network or hotspot. With transfer rates up to 300 Mbps you'll enjoy a powerful networking experience for surfing, chatting, sharing, or playing online. Built with leading 802.11n wireless technology, the Linksys AE2500 offers optimal coverage and reliability. Multiple MIMO (multiple input multiple output) antennas boost signal strength so you can enjoy dependable wireless connectivity whether at home or at Wi-Fi hotspots on the go. Improve your wireless performance with dual-band N (operates at 2.4 or 5 GHz) designed to avoid interference and maximize throughput for smoother and faster video streaming, file transfers, and wireless gaming. Keep Wi-Fi freeloaders and Internet threats at bay with the latest in WPA2 security to help keep your network protected. The included setup wizard installs your adapter quickly and makes going wireless easy. Review: Good, small upgrade for wi-fi - Had my 3-computer (Win 8.1 desktop, Win8.1 laptop, and Win7 laptop) Wi-Fi set up on a good Linsys router (N600). Prevously, all was on an Ethernet tangle of wires which worked well, but wanted to move into the Wi-Fi world. Got set up with good speed, at 30 Mbps. Then my provider changed twice over a 1-year period, and the latest provider has done a good job generally. But while the Win7 laptop was still on Ethernet, the other two were Wi-Fi. I noted some speed loss, and ran my antivirus, ran a disc cleaner recommended by my IT pro son, made sure my disc was defragged, checked for disc problems, and damage to the platter. Very little improvement. Son then reminded me that Wi-Fi is generally slower than Ethernet, so if I wanted to return to 30+ Mbps from my current 4 to 15 Mbps, Ethernet was necessary, or try an (expensive) new router. Put the desktop back on Ethernet, and got my 30+ Mbps back. Hooray! How about the Win8.1 laptop? A wire across the desk (my setup) again? Again my son came to my rescue, noting the laptop had an Intel Wi-Fi from 2 years ago, before 20+ Mbps was common. Get a "dongle" instead that will handle the faster speed. Not sure I want something hanging off my USB 3.0 port, but ok. So ordered this (to match the router's capability) from desertcart, and when it came, installed it. Voila! back to 30 Mbps for the Wi-Fi laptop, bypassing the slower (obsolete?) Intel Wi-Fi. Me like a LOT. For the price, an inexpensive upgrade to stay near the (b)leading edge of computing. desertcart got it here in two working days, solving the issue. I am pleased with this item. Uploads remain at about 5 Mbps, but downloads are FAST. ADDENDUM: July 2015: Since then, the AC1200 dongle, together with a newer Linksys EA6350 will pull Charter's full 60+ Mbps Wi-Fi with no problems. The AC1200 says it will only handle up to N300 or AC867, the 60+ is well below capacity, and doesn't bottleneck at all. I don't have AC hardware OEM on either computer. This newer setup is "whizzbang" Wi-Fi. Windows 10 downloaded in just under 5 minutes (2.72 Gb) to both computers (desktop died), ready to install. I have put Win10 on the Win 7 Toshiba laptop, and am learning it. So far, no problems due to Wi-Fi. Plan to upgrade the Win 8.1 HP laptop in the next week or so. Both computers found no issues against updating (MS's compatibility wizard). ADDENDUM: 7/10/2015: Desktop died (not Wi-Fi), now only two laptops. Sudden failure of Wi-Fi a week ago, during research, found the basic dongle isn't supposed to work with Windows 8.1. Upgraded to Linksys AC1200+ (Model 6350 has N300+AC867, I have only N). Minor difficulty installing, but found thruput reduced. Got USB3.0 version (two blue lights rather than one) AC1200, and restored 60 Mbps (max so far has been 65 with Charter!), and for a week now, it's magnificent. Negative is that the dongle is slightly wider, so rubs against the USB plug for mouse on one side, power cord on the other, so no perfectly seated. But running fine. Still recommend for Win 8/8.1 with 6350 router. Review: Couldn't have been easier or more effective! - I have an OLD Dell laptop. And due to some unfortunate home network pre-planning on my part, my main internet connection port, and subsequently, my wireless router, is not exactly in an optimal spot for good wifi distribution throughout my home. For a long time I blamed that bad router placement for my experiencing so many connection drops on the laptop whenever I'd visit any kind of graphics-heavy website or attempt to download a file of more than about a megabyte in size. I even had a hard time transferring files from other computers on my home network to the laptop without losing the connection in the middle of the transfer. It was extremely frustrating. However I noticed that when my kids would come home with their newer, Windows Vista laptops, they had none of the same connection problems I did. So recently, I decided to upgrade the old laptop's OS from Win XP to Windows 7, thinking that might help the router and laptop work together a little better. Heh. Just my luck, the laptop's internal wifi adapter wasn't supported by Win 7. So I did a little research and decided on the Linksys AE2500 Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter, which I purchased through desertcart. Wow. The installation could not have been simpler and the performance has been amazing. Now I get a strong, fast connection from anywhere in my house, all via the same router with no change to its setup or location. The problem was the laptop's old internal wifi adapter all the time! I'm extremely satisfied with the Linksys AE2500 adapter. It's fabulous and it just works! And at under $40 it's a great deal as well. My ONLY concern is for its seemingly flimsy construction, so I'd say that care should probably be taken that nothing touches or exerts any considerable downward pressure on the adapter body while it's inserted into your laptop's USB port. While I certainly haven't tested its tensile strength, the thing seems as though it might snap off fairly easily. But no other complaints! If you need a USB wifi adapter, this is a good one! ## Features - Supports Microsoft Windows 7, XP, Vista ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0054YQO5C | | Best Sellers Rank | #433 in USB Computer Network Adapters | | Brand | Linksys | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop | | Compatible Operating System Family | Windows | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 611 Reviews | | Data Link Protocol | IEEE 802.11b , IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n | | Data Transfer Rate | 300 Megabytes Per Second | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00745883596706 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Item Weight | 0.02 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Linksys | | Mfr Part Number | AE2500-NP | | Minimum Required Operating System Version | Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP | | Model Number | AE2500-NP | | UPC | 121965581219 666674962459 745883598120 040411481883 745883596706 745883593262 803982740359 745883593293 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year limited warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Linksys - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop - **Compatible Operating System Family:** Windows - **Data Link Protocol:** IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n - **Data Transfer Rate:** 300 Megabytes Per Second - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00745883596706 - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Item Weight:** 0.02 Pounds ## Images ![Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51v3hTPj9LL.jpg) ![Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cbPAGbahL.jpg) ![Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61D55rGPjQL.jpg) ![Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51yHBZhB9wL.jpg) ![Linksys AE2500-NP Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71lBvVE9lSL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this usb adapter USB 2.0 or 3.0 ? I just bought an AC 1900 wireless router, do you think this is the best wireless adapter for such a router?** A: They had a newer USB adapter that was 3.0, but it didn't receive as good of reviews as this unit. This unit is only 2.0 but don't let that stop you. Mine gets great reception and faster speeds than every other WiFi device in the house. I've been nothing but impressed. **Q: Is this adapter good for online PC gaming?** A: I do not know. I do not do online pc gaming. **Q: I have a wireless g. Will the n work with my present computer?** A: Yes it will, N is the newest technology but these adapters are always made downward compatible. So it will work with B, A, and G networks; along with N. **Q: does it work with window 7 64 bit** A: I just tried out on a win 7 64 bit and it worked just fine with a driver download. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good, small upgrade for wi-fi *by R***L on September 22, 2014* Had my 3-computer (Win 8.1 desktop, Win8.1 laptop, and Win7 laptop) Wi-Fi set up on a good Linsys router (N600). Prevously, all was on an Ethernet tangle of wires which worked well, but wanted to move into the Wi-Fi world. Got set up with good speed, at 30 Mbps. Then my provider changed twice over a 1-year period, and the latest provider has done a good job generally. But while the Win7 laptop was still on Ethernet, the other two were Wi-Fi. I noted some speed loss, and ran my antivirus, ran a disc cleaner recommended by my IT pro son, made sure my disc was defragged, checked for disc problems, and damage to the platter. Very little improvement. Son then reminded me that Wi-Fi is generally slower than Ethernet, so if I wanted to return to 30+ Mbps from my current 4 to 15 Mbps, Ethernet was necessary, or try an (expensive) new router. Put the desktop back on Ethernet, and got my 30+ Mbps back. Hooray! How about the Win8.1 laptop? A wire across the desk (my setup) again? Again my son came to my rescue, noting the laptop had an Intel Wi-Fi from 2 years ago, before 20+ Mbps was common. Get a "dongle" instead that will handle the faster speed. Not sure I want something hanging off my USB 3.0 port, but ok. So ordered this (to match the router's capability) from Amazon, and when it came, installed it. Voila! back to 30 Mbps for the Wi-Fi laptop, bypassing the slower (obsolete?) Intel Wi-Fi. Me like a LOT. For the price, an inexpensive upgrade to stay near the (b)leading edge of computing. Amazon got it here in two working days, solving the issue. I am pleased with this item. Uploads remain at about 5 Mbps, but downloads are FAST. ADDENDUM: July 2015: Since then, the AC1200 dongle, together with a newer Linksys EA6350 will pull Charter's full 60+ Mbps Wi-Fi with no problems. The AC1200 says it will only handle up to N300 or AC867, the 60+ is well below capacity, and doesn't bottleneck at all. I don't have AC hardware OEM on either computer. This newer setup is "whizzbang" Wi-Fi. Windows 10 downloaded in just under 5 minutes (2.72 Gb) to both computers (desktop died), ready to install. I have put Win10 on the Win 7 Toshiba laptop, and am learning it. So far, no problems due to Wi-Fi. Plan to upgrade the Win 8.1 HP laptop in the next week or so. Both computers found no issues against updating (MS's compatibility wizard). ADDENDUM: 7/10/2015: Desktop died (not Wi-Fi), now only two laptops. Sudden failure of Wi-Fi a week ago, during research, found the basic dongle isn't supposed to work with Windows 8.1. Upgraded to Linksys AC1200+ (Model 6350 has N300+AC867, I have only N). Minor difficulty installing, but found thruput reduced. Got USB3.0 version (two blue lights rather than one) AC1200, and restored 60 Mbps (max so far has been 65 with Charter!), and for a week now, it's magnificent. Negative is that the dongle is slightly wider, so rubs against the USB plug for mouse on one side, power cord on the other, so no perfectly seated. But running fine. Still recommend for Win 8/8.1 with 6350 router. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Couldn't have been easier or more effective! *by J***K on November 20, 2011* I have an OLD Dell laptop. And due to some unfortunate home network pre-planning on my part, my main internet connection port, and subsequently, my wireless router, is not exactly in an optimal spot for good wifi distribution throughout my home. For a long time I blamed that bad router placement for my experiencing so many connection drops on the laptop whenever I'd visit any kind of graphics-heavy website or attempt to download a file of more than about a megabyte in size. I even had a hard time transferring files from other computers on my home network to the laptop without losing the connection in the middle of the transfer. It was extremely frustrating. However I noticed that when my kids would come home with their newer, Windows Vista laptops, they had none of the same connection problems I did. So recently, I decided to upgrade the old laptop's OS from Win XP to Windows 7, thinking that might help the router and laptop work together a little better. Heh. Just my luck, the laptop's internal wifi adapter wasn't supported by Win 7. So I did a little research and decided on the Linksys AE2500 Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Adapter, which I purchased through Amazon. Wow. The installation could not have been simpler and the performance has been amazing. Now I get a strong, fast connection from anywhere in my house, all via the same router with no change to its setup or location. The problem was the laptop's old internal wifi adapter all the time! I'm extremely satisfied with the Linksys AE2500 adapter. It's fabulous and it just works! And at under $40 it's a great deal as well. My ONLY concern is for its seemingly flimsy construction, so I'd say that care should probably be taken that nothing touches or exerts any considerable downward pressure on the adapter body while it's inserted into your laptop's USB port. While I certainly haven't tested its tensile strength, the thing seems as though it might snap off fairly easily. But no other complaints! If you need a USB wifi adapter, this is a good one! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Working fine, but there are things to consider... *by J***2 on March 19, 2012* I bought the Linksys E2500 dual band wireless n router basically to upgrade so I could try and get a better connection for my Kindle Fire. I have a pc in my daughter's room which was hard-wired with a cat-5 cable. I decided to make her pc wireless and got this adapter. At first, it did work, however, I soon noticed that it had the same problem of dropping or not connecting that we had a while ago when we were using an older trendNet router and usb adapter. I ended up using the ethernet cable again to connec t her pc and just let it go. Then, my Kindle started to drop connection or not connect at all again. I had many issues with the Fire connecting, and actually this is my 2nd one of those, so initially I figured it was just the Fire again until my other little tablet (Elocity A 7+ ) also was unable to connect. I re-hooked up the linksys adapter to the other pc and since there was still a problem- this time it said the drivers were installed correctly, the firmware was up to date, but the device itself had some issue. I uninstalled and reinstalled the drivers. Still, no connection. The signal from the router was good however. Since all 3 devices were not working, I called Cisco support. At first she said my 90 day warranty was up on the adapter, and I could PAY for support. Now angry, I said that had I known I had to pay for help, I wouldn't have bought this unit. Then I said," wait a minute, my receipt shows I still have 2 1/2 weeks left; I'll fax it to you "She said she used the serial # on the adapter to determine when my 90 days were up ( how that works, I have no idea) Anyway, she said she'd take my word for it and help. Now, here is the interesting thing: Though initially turned off by the idea of paying for service, she mentioned the words "remote access" and "do it for you" which by this point, and with all the Fire issues i'd been having and the fact that I was too hesitant to mess with my router settings, I decided it was worth it. The cost was $19.99 and I'm covered for whatever help I need through November. (this was early last month) She didn't take my cc#, she transfers me to auto system which then sends me back to her. I know alot of people won't want someone remote accessing their computer, but for me, ( I never put financial info or anything like that online) the thought of having someone do it correctly for less than what the family would spend on a night of KFC was worth it. She also said she would optimize my settings so I'd have the best performance. I just gave her permission on my pc, stayed on the line with her while she did everything and pretty much just sat back and watched what she did as she did it. When she was done, she had me go to both tablets and make sure they were ok- they finally were. Then we went on to the ae2500 on the other pc, and she just had me do 1 or 2 simple things and voila, it was working, and the signal was, and still is excellent. The whole thing took about 20-25 minutes. I have not had a single connection problem with any wireless device; the ae2500 has connected every time, and I feel good knowing that I can, and will , call if even the tiniest issue should arise. So, even though it is working perfectly for me, in fairness to the fact that I had issues with it, and the fact that I had to pay-albeit a small amount, I think-, to get it working, I think removing the star is warranted. If I didn't call for support, or want to pay for it I may well still be without the use of the adapter. I suppose though that I could have gotten her help without paying, only if in the warranty period, and done it myself via her over the phone instruction. So what if you have trouble and its outside 90 days? I guess you would then have to either figure it out yourself, or pay for service. You may not have any trouble at all,but this was my experience, and although I am very happy because I finally got my Kindle connecting, and I was happy to have someone do it for me, others may not want to have to do that. So, I leave it up to you to decide for yourself. This was my experience- up, down and back up again. 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