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Plugable USB Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Micro Adapter (Compatible with Windows 11, 10, 8.x, 7, Classic Bluetooth, Gamepad, and Stereo Headset Compatible)
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Brand | Plugable |
Hardware Interface | USB 2.0 Type A |
Compatible Devices | Desktop |
Product Dimensions | 0.7"L x 0.5"W x 0.25"H |
Data Link Protocol | Bluetooth |
Data Transfer Rate | 3 Megabits Per Second |
Item Weight | 0.1 Ounces |
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- Start using Bluetooth - Adds Bluetooth to your Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7 PC that doesn't already have it.
- Connect your Devices - Supports wireless Bluetooth headphones, speakers, headsets, keyboards, mice, phones, and more!
- Tiny Design - This mini USB dongle can stay plugged in while you are on the move. This adapter is intended only for computers that do not already have built-in Bluetooth.
- Compatibility - Not usable in car stereos, TVs, or Mac computers. Not recommended for employer-provided computers. Does not add Bluetooth 4.0 support to Windows 7. Special drivers (provided) are needed in Windows 7 for Bose QC35 and some other recent devices
- 2 Year Warranty - We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. All of our products are backed with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty as well as Seattle-based email support
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At Plugable, we design products for productivity. And we know that work can happen anywhere–at a desk, on the road, in an office, and more often than ever, at home.
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Product Description
Add Bluetooth Connectivity to Your PC
The Plugable Bluetooth adapter adds the ability to connect Bluetooth devices to Windows PCs. This dual-mode adapter connects devices using Bluetooth Classic or Bluetooth Low Energy*. Works with 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows 7*, 8.x, 10, and 11.
Connect
Connect devices featuring Bluetooth technology that can be connected to your computer through the Plugable Bluetooth adapter include wireless Bluetooth headphones, Bluetooth speakers, Bluetooth mice, Bluetooth keyboards, Bluetooth game controllers, and much more. (See compatibility notes for details)
Range
As a certified Bluetooth Class 2 device, the Plugable Bluetooth adapter has been validated by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (Bluetooth SIG) to connect up to 32 feet (10 meters) away.
Compact and Sturdy
The adapter's compact size and revised plastic casing means you can leave it in your laptop when you are on the go.
Bluetooth Profile Support
The Plugable Bluetooth 4.0 adapter supports the following Bluetooth profiles (profile version varies):
- Windows Vista and 7—Bluetooth Core Spec Version 4.0 (No support for Bluetooth Low Energy) WIDCOMM software provides support for:
- Bluetooth Classic Profiles — A2DP, AVCTP, AVDTP, AVRCP, BIP, BNEP, BPP, DUN, DID, FTP, GAVDP, HCRP, HFP, HID, HSP, MAP, OPP, PAN, PBAP, RFCOMM, SPP, SDAP, VDP
- Windows 8, 8.1, 10, and 11—Bluetooth Core Spec Version 4.0, Windows 10 and 11's built-in Bluetooth stack, provides support for:
- Bluetooth Classic Profiles — A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, DI/DID, HCRP, HFP, HID, OPP, PAN, SPP (limited****, see compatibility notes for details)
- Bluetooth Low Energy Profiles (most via RFCOMM) — Battery, Blood Pressure, HID over GATT, GATT (GATT Server requires Windows 10 Creators Update or 11), Heart Rate, Health Thermometer, Running Speed and Cadence, Scan Parameters.
Getting The Best Range
Bluetooth is designed to be an energy-efficient wireless connection. As such, it is more susceptible to wireless interference than technologies like WiFi.
Under ideal conditions, the Plugable Bluetooth adapter is rated to connect to devices up to 32 feet (10 meters) away. However, there are many factors that can reduce this range and cause issues like audio delays, skips, and cutouts.
For the best possible experience, ensure that:
- The adapter is in a USB 2.0 port
- The adapter is plugged into the front or side of your PC
- There are no objects that break line-of-sight between the adapter and your devices. Including the computer itself
FAQ
Q: If USB 3.0 is newer and faster, why does Plugable recommend using a USB 2.0 port instead of a USB 3.0 port with the adapter?
A: While USB 3.x and 4 can provide higher throughput than USB 2.0. However, there is an unintended radio interference issue in the design of USB 3.0 that causes radio frequency interference in the 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz range, which is the same radio spectrum used by Bluetooth and Wi-Fi—Intel has published a whitepaper about this. While this interference can be reduced through heavy shielding, it cannot be entirely avoided. USB 2.0 does not have this issue, but it is also important to use a USB 2.0 port that is not in very close proximity to an in-use USB 3.0 port as well. Also, the adapter itself is USB 2.0, there is no possible performance advantage to using USB 3.0. All USB Bluetooth adapters are susceptible to this issue.
Q: Why shouldn't I plug the adapter in at the back of my computer? I don't really have any ports on the front, so what am I supposed to do?
A: Components inside a tower-style computer case are largely exposed inside the computer's case, and there is very little shielding to reduce radio interference that they produce. This is particularly true at the rear input/output panel of a PC. This is often why cables that are designed to plug in to the back of a computer will have a ferrite bead attached to them, to reduce radio interference. If you don't have a port available elsewhere on your PC, consider using a USB 2.0 hub to get more ports that are located away from the back of your PC, or a USB 2.0 extension cable.
Q: I'm not getting the range that I want with my devices even though I've made sure to avoid radio interference sources and have no obstructions blocking line-of-sight. What should I do?
A: Plugable can provide further assistance with these issues.
Q: I want to use this at work, or a computer provided by my employer. Will I need the help of our IT staff to get it working?
A: Yes, this is very likely. Many office environments use what is called a Windows domain environment that can interfere with the driver install. It is recommended to install the drivers using the domain's default 'Administrator' account to avoid install problems. Due to these issues, we don't recommend using the adapter on employer-provided computers.
Q: Can I use this together with my Windows computer's built-in adapter?
A: No. Windows can only support one Bluetooth adapter at a time. Also if you have ever used another adapter on the computer at all, drivers for it must be removed before plugging in this adapter. Any internal adapters must be disabled. Plugable can help with this.
Q: Does this work with the Xbox Wireless Controllers that feature Bluetooth?
A: Yes! The Plugable Bluetooth adapter works great with Bluetooth-capable Xbox Wireless Controllers on up-to-date Windows 10 and 11 installs, and other standards-compliant Bluetooth controllers. Be sure to check Microsoft's support documentation to verify that your controller model is Bluetooth-capable. Microsoft only recommends using one controller via Bluetooth. If you encounter input lag, please see the other notes regarding range issues as these apply to input delays as well.
Q: Will this work with my TV, home theater equipment, set-top-box, or my car stereo system?
A: No, this device will only work when plugged into supported Windows computers. Even though TVs, home theater equipment, and stereos have USB ports, they don't have the necessary drivers to support this adapter. If your equipment takes a similar-looking Bluetooth dongle, you'll have to buy that exact adapter from the device maker.
Q: Will this work with Mac OS X/macOS systems or Apple Bluetooth peripherals?
A: All recent Mac computers are designed to work with their built-in adapters, and won't work with this one. Since Apple uses non-standard Bluetooth protocols, not all features of Apple devices will work when connected through our adapter, when the adapter is used with a compatible host. Most issues with Apple products occur on Linux systems. Most Apple devices work OK on Windows PCs.
Q: Will this work with PlayStation controllers, headsets, or other PlayStation products?
A: All PlayStation-branded devices use a non-standard Bluetooth implementation that requires third-party software to work. Controllers will work well when following our online guides, but Sony’s PlayStation-branded headsets, and other non-controller products won’t work.
Q: Will this work with Wii Remotes, Joy-Cons, or Switch Pro Controllers?
A: They can work through the use of additional third-party software (not included) by following our online guides. Joy-Cons will not operate as a pair without third-party software. Wii remotes
Q: Are there any special compatibility concerns with Bose, Beats, or other headphones and speakers?
A: Newer Bose audio devices may have pairing issues in Windows 7 or below due to their Bluetooth implementation. We have drivers for Windows 7 available for download to resolve this. Beats audio devices may require a driver update in Windows 8 and above which are also available for download from Plugable. Since some newer audio devices appear as a Bluetooth Classic and a Bluetooth Low Energy device, pairing to the correct Bluetooth channel on these devices for them to work can be unintuitive. Plugable can help.
Q: Newer devices have Bluetooth versions above 4.0. What is the advantage/disadvantage of using this Bluetooth 4.0 adapter to add Bluetooth support to a PC?
A: Bluetooth is designed for forwards and backwards compatibility. Most devices will work quite well with a Bluetooth 4.0 adapter, but may have some minor limitations. Bluetooth 5 (5.0) introduced some optional enhancements to how Bluetooth operates—for example, a device maker can selectively choose to enhance the range, data transfer speed, power consumption, or the size of basic messages, but these enhancements cannot all be applied simultaneously. Bluetooth 5.2 introduces Bluetooth Low Energy Audio, which can extend battery life for headphones that have this feature when using a Bluetooth 5.2 host (no USB Bluetooth 5.2 adapters are currently available as of April 2021, and Windows doesn’t support this yet.)
An advantage to using Bluetooth 4.0 at this point, is that it is a mature implementation of Bluetooth, and is quite stable and well understood. As an example, this adapter is one of the only USB adapters that you'll find on Microsoft's list of Bluetooth adapters suggested for Windows Mixed Reality.
Compatibility Notes
Many devices require support for multiple profiles to fully pair and function. Software issues are the responsibility of:
- Windows Vista, 7, and 8.x—Broadcom for WIDCOMM software
- Windows 10 and 11—Microsoft for the Windows Bluetooth stack
- Linux—Open source projects such as the Linux Kernel, BlueZ, and Pulseaudio. Due to continued issues with the BlueZ project, we do not consider Linux to be supported at this time
* Bluetooth Low Energy requires Windows 8 or higher. Windows 7 does not support Bluetooth Low Energy. Some headphones and speakers with Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth 4.0 or above) may require using driver version 6.5.0.2000 which is available for download but is not included on the CD.
** Only connects mice and keyboards with Bluetooth as the wireless connection method. Mice and keyboards that include their own wireless adapter typically use a proprietary wireless connection that isn't compatible with Bluetooth. Additionally, newer Bluetooth mice and keyboards may require Windows 8 or later due to the lack of Bluetooth Low Energy support in Windows 7. Check compatibility details for your mouse or keyboard before purchase.
*** Connecting Bluetooth-enabled Xbox Wireless Controllers requires an up-to-date Windows 10 or 11 installation. Most other controllers require third-party software (not included), such as Steam, to work well with games installed on Windows. Using Steam is recommended for connecting a wide variety of controllers including PlayStation (Sixaxis, DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and DualSense), Nintendo (Wii Remote, Switch Pro Controller, Joy-Con), and 8BitDo controllers. Not recommended for use with the Steam Controller. PlayStation controllers require a USB cable for the pairing process. Plugable offers additional documentation for controller connectivity.
**** Windows Serial Port Profile (SPP) support is mostly available for devices rather than developers in Windows 8 and above. Microsoft recommends using RFCOMM instead of SPP in recent Windows versions.
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Sound quality | 4.2 | 4.3 | — | 4.3 | — | 4.1 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.2 | 4.0 | — | 4.2 | — | 4.2 |
Tech Support | 4.0 | — | — | 4.0 | — | 3.9 |
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data transfer rate | 3 megabits per second | 5 gigabits per second | 100 megabits per second | 3 megabits per second | 3 megabits per second | — |
data link protocol | Bluetooth | Bluetooth | USB, Bluetooth | Bluetooth | USB, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, USB |
hardware interface | usb2.0 a | bluetooth 5 | usb, bluetooth 5, bluetooth | bluetooth | usb, bluetooth | bluetooth |
operating system | Windows 10, 8.x, and 7 | Windows | Windows,Windows Os | Windows 10/11 Plug-n-Play, Windows 8; Linux/ Mint 21 Plug-n-Play | Linux, Windows 10, Windows 7 | Windows 11/10/8.1/7 |
weight | 0.1 ounces | — | 2 grams | — | — | 2 grams |
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Brand | Plugable |
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Item model number | USB-BT4LE |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10, 8.x, and 7 |
Item Weight | 0.1 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 0.75 x 0.25 x 0.5 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.75 x 0.25 x 0.5 inches |
Manufacturer | Plugable |
ASIN | B009ZIILLI |
Country of Origin | China |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 31, 2012 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #62 in Bluetooth Network Adapters |
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Customers like the performance, ease of setup, and bluetooth connectivity of the adapter. For example, they mention it works well, connects to every Bluetooth device easily, and is value for money. That said, some complain about the quality and connectivity.
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Customers like the performance of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it works well when metal is not in the way, and the unit worked immediately after the install. They are also happy with it, saying that it runs everything they want it to, and has bluetooth working perfectly. Customers also say that it's a little dongle that works great for the price they pay, and that Windows 8.1 is fast and effective with resources.
"...I also found that Plugable has an excellent and scarily powerful debugging program for examining your system for leftover BT drivers and software..." Read more
"Simply put this device works great. It's Plug and Play, meaning you just plug it in and windows update provides the driver software...." Read more
"...No lag whatsoever on the mouse. I now have bluetooth working perfectly, no dropouts or lagging from either the keyboard or mouse...." Read more
"...ORIGINAL REVIEW:Unreliable connection. Works flawlessly occasionally, but multiple models/brands of wireless headphones have exactly the same..." Read more
Customers find the network interface controller adapter easy to set up. They mention that the instructions are clear, and the product installs automatically. Some say that the adapter is a little easier to get working than the MediaLink one, and that it comes with a piece of software that allows for hands-free operation.
"...The Logitech installations are very user-friendly and pretty much do all the work and thinking for the user...." Read more
"Simply put this device works great. It's Plug and Play, meaning you just plug it in and windows update provides the driver software...." Read more
"...PROS- Extremely quick and easy install of the adapter in Windows 10- Decent range as long as you follow manufacture instructions-..." Read more
"...was on... Plugging it in was simple enough and it did indeed install automatically and nearly instantly... after that, however, I spent a couple of..." Read more
Customers like the bluetooth connectivity of the adapter. They say that it connects to every Bluetooth device they have much faster than they're used to, and works easily with their desktop PC. It paired to two other Bluetooth earpieces and recognized it as a Bluetooth device. Customers are able to use various Bluetooth peripherals to their computer with no issues, and can see what Bluetooth devices are connected and easily add/pair new devices.
"...I also found that Plugable has an excellent and scarily powerful debugging program for examining your system for leftover BT drivers and software..." Read more
"...The Bluetooth connection is good for this Bluetooth 4.0 I can get some headphones to stay connected through several walls, and if anything does get..." Read more
"...So for me, I believe the bluetooth stack was damaged and that was the culprit causing issues with pairing and connecting my devices...." Read more
"...Very good adapter. Highly recommended. I've tried many imported knockoffs, mostly BT 2.0, and this is by far the easiest and most complete install...." Read more
Customers like the value of the adapter. For example, they say it's a good buy, and a low cost way to add Bluetooth to your machine. Some mention that the adaptor is dirt cheap, and easy to install and operate.
"...The product works great, it's affordable, and if you run into any problems, I believe their tech support can fix them...." Read more
"...GREAT device at a very inexpensive price!!" Read more
"...So the bottom line on this speaker is, it's a good little speaker for the money. The sound is good. The battery life is good...." Read more
"...So the Plugable USB Bluetooth adapter is cheaper than the Dish version, the shipping is MUCH less (assuming Prime customer), and it's still Broadcom..." Read more
Customers like the compatibility of the network interface controller adapter. For example, they say it works with all their devices, it instantly recognizes other computers, printers, phones, and other accessories. Some say they didn't need to install any drivers and that it auto-installed. That said, most are happy with the adapter's performance.
"...Installation was super easy in Windows 10 and it immediately recognized the adapter...." Read more
"...is small, very compact so it doesn't get in your way and can plug in multiple usb's (if they sit one on top of the other like mine)...." Read more
"...If so, this adapter lets multiple devices be paired. Do you want to place this in a hidden area?..." Read more
"...It's possible that it's incompatible with some headphones...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the network interface controller adapter. For example some mention it connects perfectly, smoothly, and consistently, while others say that it loses connectivity constantly to their mouse and starts to drop randomly.
"...several walls, and if anything does get disconnected it has no problem auto-reconnecting...." Read more
"...to 2-Stars as the Plugable BT 4.0 LE device loses connectivity constantly to my mouse, which worked very reliably with an old IoGear BT 2.0 USB..." Read more
"...it happened... Connected perfectly...." Read more
"...I did have an issue with pairing my devices, but as I will explain, it turned out to be more of a Windows issue and not the fault of the..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the range of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that it has good range, while others say that it is very weak. The distance problem isn't as obvious when using controllers as it is when using headphones. The signal becomes totally unreliable and breaks up badly.
"...is normal, except for the occasional weird bug where it comes out VERY low quality. This device is an enigma...." Read more
"...Pros-It just works-Good range-Stable Connection..." Read more
"...First and foremost, my main problem was a strange combination of poor range and backward compatibility... I have usb 3.0... I have tons of usb slots..." Read more
"...Extremely quick and easy install of the adapter in Windows 10- Decent range as long as you follow manufacture instructions-..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it fails quickly, is not very good, and gets stuck due to poor manufacturing. Some customers also report issues with conflicts and the music starts to break up as they walk around.
"...The problem is on the dongle. When the Bluetooth connection works (which is maybe half the time?)..." Read more
"...Well this damn thing worked.. failed on one device driver but I have no clue what it is not care cause now I have sound thru my headphones ...." Read more
"...UPDATE: Quit working in less than a year with no apparent damage --> JunkWorks great... once you get it working!..." Read more
"...headset or the connectivity or sound generation of this adapter is not very good...." Read more
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Originally gave product 4-Stars, am downgrading to 2-Stars as the Plugable BT 4.0 LE device loses connectivity constantly to my mouse, which worked very reliably with an old IoGear BT 2.0 USB adapter. Plugable really needs to update the driver to work better with classic BT 2.0 devices.
Hard to tell if the problem is the Pluggable USB Bluetooth adapter or Microsoft's Windows 10 Creator Update edition The product out of the box appears to work great with an old Logitech V470 BT 2.0 mouse The problem is that several times a day, BT connectivity just goes away. Turning BT off and on again does not restore it. Only a reboot does. Then again BT works great until the next connectivity loss The instructions that come with the device say it is just Plug N' Play with Windows 10. Only be sure to remove any previous BT software, of which I have none (in Device Manager only the Logitech mouse, the Pluggable device, Device Identification, and Microsoft Services show). The previous BT adapter and the Logitech mouse were both used as Plug N' Play devices with no management software or drivers others than those provided by Windows installed for either. But whatever the actually origin of the problem is, I fault Pluggable for leaving the user holding the bag. I've never had a Logitech BT device that tells me that I as a user must become a "geek" to use their device. The Logitech installations are very user-friendly and pretty much do all the work and thinking for the user. Pluggable should do the same.
Update(4/9/17). Reinstalling the driver in Device Manager on my Win10 computer also fixes lost connectivity, at least temporarily. Find the Broadcomm BCM20702 Bluetooth 4.0 USB Device under Bluetooth. Mouse right click, Pick Update Driver, then Browse My Computer, then Let Me Pick From a List of Available Drivers, then Broadcomm BCM20702 Bluetooth 4.0 USB Device. It may take one or two minutes to reinstall the driver. After that I regained connectivity without having to reboot.
The best part about this product so far has been the tech support. I bought this product about 4 years ago and had no issues, until a few months ago. Turns out it wasn't the this product, but some things I changed with the drivers. I am pretty tech savvy and did everything I could to fix the issue, but I couldn't figure it out. I reached out to Plugable, they ask for details and a debug report (which they show you how to do), then reply with detailed instructions specifically tailored to your specific issue. I was honestly blown away with the level of tech support they offer. Even their website is filled with information to help troubleshoot, down to specific brands and models of Bluetooth devices you might be using. The instructions tech support provided me fixed all my problems, even ones that weren't in my original request. They are also very clear instructions that even someone who has no tech knowledge or experience could do.
The product works great, it's affordable, and if you run into any problems, I believe their tech support can fix them. With out a doubt the best tech support I've seen, and I've done tech support as a career for years.
Pros
-It just works
-Good range
-Stable Connection
-the best tech support I've ever seen, even 4 years after the original purchase date.
-affordable
Cons
-I would buy a USB extension to keep the device away from any metal for the best connection and stability. I went a little extra and got a 6 foot cable so I could hang the adapter a foot from my ceiling. Not necessary but, all BT devices work best with direct line of sight.
-Works best with USB 2.0 ports. Not much of a con because if your device only has USB C or USB 3.0 ports then it likely already has Bluetooth, but if you need a BT adapter, it still works best in a USB 2.0 port.
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Seriamente, è una di quelle sciocchezze che a furia di perderci tempo, ti rovina le giornate e di conseguenza la produttività a l'umore.
Ottimo il servizio clienti e anche le accortezze sull'usare porte usb 2.0 invece che 3.0 per evitare interferenze. Si percepisce quanto sia importante ricevere un feedback positivo per plugable sull'utilizzo piuttosto che vendere il prodotto e basta come altri competitor. Assolutamente consigliato.
Conecte un mando de ps4 y no hay un delay que afecte la experiencia.
Transferencia de archivos desde un celular y desde una laptop funcionó perfecto.
Ahora lo malo: El rango de alcance es inferior a los 2 mts sí estas cómodo con ese rango y tu equipo está cerca de tu área de trabajo es ideal.
Reviewed in Mexico on June 18, 2019
Conecte un mando de ps4 y no hay un delay que afecte la experiencia.
Transferencia de archivos desde un celular y desde una laptop funcionó perfecto.
Ahora lo malo: El rango de alcance es inferior a los 2 mts sí estas cómodo con ese rango y tu equipo está cerca de tu área de trabajo es ideal.
Par contre attention j'ai été victime d'un bug étrange. Si je connecte mon casque Bluetooth sur mon PC alors j'ai constaté que parfois, toutes les lectures Multimédia se bloquent. Donc concrètement, plus moyen de lire une vidéo ni d'écouter de la musique. Et c'est la même chose sur internet car la lecture des vidéos sur You Tube ne se lancent plus, et idem pour de la musique en streaming.
Après une recherche sur internet, c'est un bug connu qui affecte aussi bien Linux que Windows. Donc ce dongle Bluetooth en particulier n'est pas responsable puisque le même blocage peut se produire avec un autre matériel.
Une solution qui fonctionne chez moi : désactiver le Bluetooth sur le PC, puis le réactiver, et enfin reconnecter le casque. Et normalement la lecture du média audio ou vidéo va repartir.
Dernière remarque : sur mon PC en W10 version 1909, ce dongle n'est pas Plug and Play contrairement à Linux. Donc j'ai été obligé d'aller télécharger le pilote sur le site de Plugable et de l'installer. C'est un peu décevant, d'autres dongle font mieux sur cet OS...
Ähnlich wie bei W-LAN-Adaptern kann es natürlich Probleme bereiten, wenn man den USB-Stick direkt ins Gehäuse hinten einsteckt. Je nachdem wie viel Störquellen in unmittelbarer Nähe sind, kann es zu deutlichen Einschränkungen kommen. Wer den Adapter in einen USB-Hub, Tastatur / Bildschirm etc. einsteckt sollte deutlich weniger Probleme haben. Ich hatte nie Verbindungsabbrüche oder ähnliche Störungen und würde den Adapter jederzeit wieder kaufen. Uneingeschränkge Empfehlung von mir.