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Reddit mentions of Alfa AWUSO36NH High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter

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We found 23 Reddit mentions of Alfa AWUSO36NH High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter. Here are the top ones.

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Found 23 comments on Alfa AWUSO36NH High Gain USB Wireless G / N Long-Rang WiFi Network Adapter:

u/Kfalz · 5 pointsr/blackhat

I'm not sure the wireless on the Mac can be put into monitor mode. The easiest way that I can think of is to purchase a USB network card that supports monitor mode and packet injection and then in VirtualBox pass that USB device to the guest OS. Link is a good one to start with.

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u/1TripLeeFan · 3 pointsr/raspberry_pi

I literally just bought one of these and plan on adding a 25dbi antenna to it for my home setup. I'm curious to see how far I can stretch the signal

u/rat · 3 pointsr/linuxmasterrace

If you read the comments on that item, it mentions having a similar chipset (8192)...

If you want something that is going to work and work well, look for something that uses the Atheros chipset. The linked card supposedly had this in it but that is not a guarantee anymore.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035APGP6/

That one is probably a safer bet.

u/Pause102 · 3 pointsr/hacking

I second the Alfa suggestion. I have this one myself and it works great! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0035APGP6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mU7SBbSVAMKJR

u/secessus · 3 pointsr/ElPaso

El Paso has a surprisingly good public wifi setup. Public libraries, rec centers, larger bus stations and some parks provide free, no-sign-in wifi with the SSID "digitalelpaso". The wifi runs 24/7 and reaches nearby street parking.

I live in a campervan and use the public wifi for email, browsing, and other bandwidth-light purposes. I don't stream video or anything like that, as it is a shared resource and I am grateful for it.

If you are using a laptop, you could pick up an Alfa usb wifi for about $30 that will greatly extend your range, both in the car and at home.

u/aboyhasn0name · 2 pointsr/vandwellers

Sure, there's not too much to it. I started with a quality USB WiFi adapter that had a detachable antenna (RP-SMA connector): https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0035APGP6/ and replaced the stock omni antenna with a directional panel antenna: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003CFATNS/ Now the Alfa adapter I linked can output up to 2000mw of power, which is outrageous, especially with a 9dbi antenna, so I always dial it back to something more reasonable like 100-200mw. You don't want to overpower the radio in the access point you're trying to connect to. This can be set via software and the steps vary depending on the operating system you're using. (on Linux you'd set it with 'iwconfig wlan0 txpower 20' for 100mw or 23 for 200mw)

u/Lethal_Click · 2 pointsr/AskReddit

Get this it worked well for me on a project for the father in law wanted internet access in his race car shop.

u/Fogame · 2 pointsr/hacking

All wifi adaptors are created equal, just some are created more equal than others.

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I have had great success with Alfa AWUSO36NH before.

u/kootmedia · 2 pointsr/onebag

something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Alfa-AWUSO36NH-Wireless-Long-Rang-Network/dp/B0035APGP6

would you recommend over an outlet repeater/extender?

u/pseudo_mccoy · 2 pointsr/Piratebox

pi zero - $5.00

pins - $8.95

wifi adapter* - $13.33

right angle USB ports - $5.64

USB battery - $3.99

micro-mini usb cable - $2.89

Total: $39.80

*I used an Alfa AWUSO36NH but the TP-LINK TL-WN722N should work. More information on compatible network adapters here.

The optional Illuminated LED shutdown switch makes this device easier to use but costs an additional $16.99


About

PirateBox software runs on inexpensive hardware to connect users over an offline wifi network. Join it and your browser redirects to a simple interface where you can share files, chat, and stream video.

Pifm is a small program you can install in a Raspberry Pi PirateBox, aka “pi(rate)box.” It can broadcast on FM radio to inform potential users about the PirateBox wifi network, play uploaded music, and with a USB microphone Pifm lets you talk live to your audience.

Improvements

The first version of this project was well received so I'm back to share design and documentation improvements. Pi(rate)FM Zero is now fully self contained. It turns on and off with a button press and can automatically broadcast information about the wifi network over empty FM stations at user defined intervals.

Why not use a car/smartphone FM trasmitter?

You totally could. It might even be better in some situations if you don't mind a slightly larger, more expensive device with an extra battery to charge. Keep in mind you'd lose the ability to live broadcast with a microphone or play audio directly from the PirateBox.

Going forward

In my next version I'd like to improve the PirateBox interface and make a way for users to rate playlists while having Pifm automatically play the highest ranked tracks. Users could upload music and vote on which tracks gets played. It'd be your own personal short range interactive digital-analog radio station hosted on a private intranet.

Bonus**

Here's a .img file for your convenience. Just install it to an SD card (at least 4 gb) and run it in a Pi Zero to get started. Note: auto broadcast on FM isn't enabled by default so you'll need to add a cronjob as detailed in the guide if you want to activate this feature.

u/XSSpants · 2 pointsr/wifi

My personal favorite combo so far:

http://www.amazon.com/Alfa-AWUSO36NH-Wireless-Long-Rang-Network/dp/B0035APGP6

http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-Outdoor-Directional-Antenna-TEW-AO14D/dp/B000GHK6MY/ref=sr_1_13?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1397831362&sr=1-13&keywords=rp-sma+panel+antenna

Antenna type is pretty optional as long as it's directional (yagi works just as well sometimes but i prefer the compact and flexible nature of panels)

u/FreelanceSocialist · 1 pointr/buildapc

Keep in mind that the power of your card or adapter only really helps when you are sending packets to an access point, not when it is sending to you (obviously). That said, I highly recommend products from Alfa, particularly the Alpha AWUS036H. It's a 1w external that is fantastic. We use these in our labs to reach AP's through reinforced concrete, steel, you name it. The AWUS036H is b/g. If you need 802.11n, get the AWUSO36NH - this is what I carry in my bag, along with my Thinkpad. If my built in wifi isn't up to the job, that one almost always is.

u/RJ_McKenzie · 1 pointr/wardriving

For Windows there is Vistumbler that I found works, but very slowly and WiGLE support is limited to the old Network Stumbler format.

For the best results I've found use Kismet on Linux.

My setup is.

Cheap laptop running dual boot Kali Linux and Windows 10.

Alfa AWUSO36NH

2.4GHz 15dBi RP-SMA Male Wifi Antenna

Garmin 64st

I didn't buy the gps just for wardriving either, I use it for geocaching as well.

That GPS you posted should be good for Linux and Kismet since it can be used with the gpsd program.

u/Generico300 · 1 pointr/techsupport

Basically you need a better antenna. You can get an adapter something like this. An adapter like this includes a small antenna, but the important part is that it has a coax connector that you could plug pretty much any antenna into. Meaning if you needed to, you could get a directional antenna and point it at the main house, which is probably how you would get the best reception available.

Beyond that, the access point in the house is another limiting factor. If its own antenna is not good, there might just not be much you can do about the situation.

u/phabeon · 1 pointr/HowToHack

>I can't find anything, have a link or pic?

WHAT exactly are you looking for? I only read your subject since your post seems to be DELETED?


also I made a mistake, its not AWS its Alpha..


check out this joint right here

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u/ilzxbuny · 1 pointr/VanLife

This one worked well for me for a year in a motorhome: https://www.amazon.com/Alfa-AWUSO36NH-Wireless-Long-Rang-Network/dp/B0035APGP6

I always kept it by a window, though if you had an externally mounted antenna, you would get a better signal.

If you're going to be using it at campgrounds, use a VPN.

u/fort_knoxx · 1 pointr/buildapc

Yes, But you need external directional antennas. WiFi has been able to reach over significant distance. A low noise reciever would not help as much as as a solid setup antenna. Thankfully for the frequency 2.4GHz and 5 GHz Antenna can be quite small. Put a directional antenna in a window, pointed at the target. Bricks, trees, and other obstructions are just that at these frequencies.

If you have a WiFi to USB dongle with SMA antenna ports, this would help immensly. Place the flat side towards the WiFi source and connect the antenna to the USB WiFi adapter.

More transmit power does not nessarily mean more range with wifi. The internet is like a conversation, screaming might make the other person(router) hear you, but if you cant hear them talk, you will only have half the conversation. Antennas pointed in the right direction will help. Also altitude can help aswell.

Are there any buildings between yours and the campus? Can you see the building itself?

Let me know if you have questions about long range networking. Ive setup a small point to point link over 3.5 kilometers on the 2.4GHz wifi band.

u/arcane42 · 1 pointr/techsupport

That would work, I guess its personal preference. Here is a usb wireless with a antenna Alfa-AWUSO36NH as a alternative solution, just throwing it out there.