D-Link DWA-172 network card WLAN 433 Mbit/s
Product Technical Specification
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Connectivity technology | Wireless |
| Host interface | USB |
| Interface | WLAN |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| Network | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 433 |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Frequency range | 2.4 - 5 |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| WLAN data transfer rates supported | 1,2,5.5,11,12,24,36,48,54,150,433 |
| Security algorithms | WPA,WPA2,WPS |
| Design | |
| Internal | No |
| Antenna | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Certification | FCC Class B IC CE C-Tick Wi-Fi Certified Wi-Fi Protected Setup |
| Power | |
| Output voltage | 5 |
| System requirements | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 75 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 15.7 |
| Depth | 15 |
| Height | 193 |
| Weight | 23.2 |
| Packaging data | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Package width | 137 |
| Package depth | 208 |
| Package height | 36 |
| Package weight | 60 |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Shipping (inner) case net weight | 6300 |
| Shipping (inner) case length | 457 |
| Shipping (inner) case height | 320 |
| Shipping (inner) case width | 443 |
| Products per shipping (inner) case | 40 |
| Pallet gross weight (air) | 191200 |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (air) | 24 |
| Products per pallet (air) | 960 |
| Pallet height (air) | 2100 |
| Pallet gross weight (sea) | 191200 |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (sea) | 24 |
| Products per pallet (sea) | 960 |
| Pallet height (sea) | 2100 |
| Shipping (inner) case gross weight | 7300 |
| Pallet gross width | 1100 |
| Pallet gross length | 1200 |
| Other features | |
| Gain | 3 |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Business Express
What is Wireless AC?
802.11ac is a new networking standard that produces high-throughput wireless speed on the 5 GHz band. This means that you can enjoy clear, smooth streaming HD video from your favourite websites and services, lag-free online gaming, and clear audio and video calls over the Internet. Wireless AC gives you the smooth, lightning-fast performance you need to get the most out of your Internet connection.
Compatible With All Your Wireless Products
While the DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter delivers cutting-edge 802.11ac speed to your home network, it’s also backward compatible with all of your current wireless products. Tired of buying a new device only to find that you need to upgrade everything else? Just connect the DWA-172 to your existing hardware, connect to the Internet, and start browsing; saving you both time and money.
Portable Design
Whether you’re at home using a desktop computer or out and about with a notebook, the DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter’s sleek design is perfect for mobility and convenience, so that you can take advantage of Wireless AC’s super-fast speed wherever you are.
Reliable Bandwidth
The DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter uses dual-band technology for intelligent, versatile, low-interference bandwidth. Check your email and surf the Internet on the 2.4 GHz band; play online games, make calls over the Internet, and stream HD movies to multiple devices using the cleaner, low-interference 5 GHz band. Whatever you like to do online, dual-band technology has you covered.
Easy, Hassle-free Setup
Use Wireless Protected Setup (WPS) to quickly and easily establish a highly secure home network that will have you browsing, streaming, and interacting in minutes. The latest encryption technology ensures that information transmitted on your network remains safe and secure, while preventing unauthorised access. It’s as easy as push and connect!
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Connectivity technology | Wireless |
| Host interface | USB |
| Interface | WLAN |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| Network | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 433 |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Frequency range | 2.4 - 5 |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| WLAN data transfer rates supported | 1,2,5.5,11,12,24,36,48,54,150,433 |
| Security algorithms | WPA,WPA2,WPS |
| Design | |
| Internal | No |
| Antenna | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Certification | FCC Class B IC CE C-Tick Wi-Fi Certified Wi-Fi Protected Setup |
| Power | |
| Output voltage | 5 |
| System requirements | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 75 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 15.7 |
| Depth | 15 |
| Height | 193 |
| Weight | 23.2 |
| Packaging data | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Package width | 137 |
| Package depth | 208 |
| Package height | 36 |
| Package weight | 60 |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Shipping (inner) case net weight | 6300 |
| Shipping (inner) case length | 457 |
| Shipping (inner) case height | 320 |
| Shipping (inner) case width | 443 |
| Products per shipping (inner) case | 40 |
| Pallet gross weight (air) | 191200 |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (air) | 24 |
| Products per pallet (air) | 960 |
| Pallet height (air) | 2100 |
| Pallet gross weight (sea) | 191200 |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (sea) | 24 |
| Products per pallet (sea) | 960 |
| Pallet height (sea) | 2100 |
| Shipping (inner) case gross weight | 7300 |
| Pallet gross width | 1100 |
| Pallet gross length | 1200 |
| Other features | |
| Gain | 3 |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.