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Edimax Bluetooth Adapter for PC, BT 5.0 EDR Nano USB Dongle, Fast Transfer, Bluetooth Headphones Headset Speakers Keyboard Mouse, Win 10/11 Plug-n-Play, Linux/Mint 21 Plug-n-Play, BT-8500

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Brand Edimax
Hardware Interface Bluetooth
Color Black
Compatible Devices Desktop, Mouse, Keyboard, Tablet, Printer, Smartphone
Data Transfer Rate 3 Megabits Per Second

About this item

  • Nano-sized USB 2.0 Bluetooth 5.0 + EDR adapter that is the smallest sized BT 5.0 USB adapter on Amazon. (Single chip combines BT baseband, modem, and BT RF into a tiny package while providing full performance)
  • Bluetooth SIG Certified for maximum compatibility and consistent performance. Bluetooth 5.0 standard, transfers data up to 4 times faster than Bluetooth 4.2 standards while saving energy.
  • Plug-n-Play Support with Linux kernel 5.8 or above, Mint 21, and Windows 11/10. Supports Windows 8.1, Linux driver available for kernels 2.6.32 - 5.8 (supports Fedora & Ubuntu only). Visit the EDiMAX website for the latest support information and driver download.
  • Single-chip Bluetooth 5 controller, combines multiple protocols for full features: LM, LL, L2CAP, GATT, RFCOMM, SPP, LE.
  • Supports dual mode (BR/EDR + LE Controllers), compatible with previous versions, including v2.1 + LE and Bluetooth classic (BDR/EDR). Supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) with multiple Low Energy states.
  • TRUSTED BRAND: With decades of experience in development, and manufacturing networking products, EDIMAX is committed to providing the latest networking technologies at affordable prices.
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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
4.3
4.4
4.5
3.5
4.1
4.2
Bluetooth connectivity
4.2
4.3
4.5
3.7
4.1
4.1
Value for money
4.2
4.0
3.8
4.1
3.9
Tech Support
4.0
4.3
3.8
4.0
Easy to install
4.3
4.5
4.4
4.0
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Edimax Computer
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EVEO
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data transfer rate
3 megabits per second
3 megabits per second
3 megabits per second
3 megabits per second
2 megabits per second
data link protocol
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
USB, Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Firmware Version: LMP 9.25805
USB, Bluetooth
hardware interface
bluetooth
bluetooth 5, bluetooth
usb, bluetooth 5, usb1.1
usb
bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5, bluetooth 5
bluetooth 5
operating system
Windows 10/11 Plug-n-Play, Windows 8; Linux/ Mint 21 Plug-n-Play
Not work with Mac OS, Linux,car stereo systems,xbox,ps4 or TVs, Support Windows 7,Windows 8,Windows 8. 1,Windows 10 ,Windows 11
8 . 1
Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1
Windows 10, Windows 11
Windows Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Linux V2.6.32 and up LTS Only

Product Description

Bluetooth 5.0 | The Latest Performance Standard

Speed, distance and connectivity set the new Bluetooth 5.0 apart from the older generation. Gain faster transfer speeds of up to 3 times (3Mbps with Enhanced Data Rate) and extended distance of up to 4 times that of Bluetooth 4.0 (40 Meters Indoor).

BT-8500 Speed
BT-8500 BQB

Make it Wireless | Connect Your Devices

There are a lot of products with Bluetooth built-in, yet you can’t fully utilize those products because your machine does not have Bluetooth connectivity. You can now connect Bluetooth enabled devices such as controllers, headphones, speakers, keyboards and mouse, printers, smartphones, tablets and more.

BT-8500

Real Bluetooth 5.0 | BQB Certified

The BT-8500 Bluetooth 5.0 Nano USB Adapter is qualified with BQB certification. The Bluetooth logo is only available for products that passed the Bluetooth qualification process and earned the BQB certification.

BT-8500 Small

Green BLE BT-8500

BT-8500 Windows

Nano Size | World’s Smallest

No matter if you are adding Bluetooth 5 to your desktop or laptop, you can expect to plug and forget, thanks to its ultra-small nano-sized housing.

Bluetooth BLE | Keeping the Energy Consumption Low

Supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), meaning that your devices are connected with optimal energy consumption.

Supports Windows and Linux

Supports Windows 8.1/10, Linux: Kernel 2.6.32 - 5.3 or above (support Fedora & Ubuntu only)

Industrial Partner

Embedded Wireless Adapter Solution for Industrial IoT (IIoT)

Looking to add wireless connectivity to your product, device, or machine? Embedded with Edimax wireless USB adapters, supports various Bluetooth standards, delivers a completely connected, always-on experience for your customers. With more than 30 years of manufacturing integration experience, trust our proven expertise and first-class support to power your IoT application.

Bluetoorh 5.0 USB Edimax Edimax EW-7611ULB 150 x 300 EW-7811Un V2 150 x 300 EW-7822ULC 150 x 300 EW-7811UTC 150 x 300
BT-8500 EW-7611ULB EW-7811Un V2 EW-7822ULC EW-7811UTC
Customer Reviews
4.2 out of 5 stars
712
4.0 out of 5 stars
774
4.2 out of 5 stars
307
4.2 out of 5 stars
925
4.1 out of 5 stars
860
Connectivity Technology Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 + Wi-Fi 4 Wi-Fi 4 Wi-Fi 5 Wi-Fi 6
Wi-Fi Rating N150 N150 AC1200 AC600
Size Nano Nano Nano Nano Tiny
USB 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0

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Customer reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
712 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use and value of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that it works plug and play, with no drivers necessary to download. Some appreciate the performance and value for money. That said, opinions are mixed on range, bluetooth, connectivity, and sound quality.

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75 customers mention61 positive14 negative

Customers like the performance of the adapter. They say it works perfectly and smoothly on both Windows and Linux. Some customers also mention that it installs and works perfectly within seconds. They also say it's easy to use and does not require any drivers or setup. Some mention that the adaptor works with their JBL flip 5 stereo and the mic on the headset also works just fine. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

"...It works well and I'm very pleased with the ease of connection and sound quality." Read more

"...up a set of blue-tooth headphones to test it out and everything seemed to work fine...." Read more

"...Everything works perfectly w/ zero lag or latency on either device...." Read more

"Very very good and would buy again , it even works with my JBL flip 5 stereo." Read more

31 customers mention28 positive3 negative

Customers find the network interface controller adapter easy to use. They mention that it works plug and play, with no drivers necessary to download. The drivers install easily and automatically with Windows 10. Customers are also happy with the ease of its use, saying it worked instantly. They appreciate the simple and fast design.

"...It works well and I'm very pleased with the ease of connection and sound quality." Read more

"...Just like Windows, its plug and play with no need to install a bunch of risky drivers and software...." Read more

"...It was plug-and-play with Linux Mint 21.2. Paired immediately with my devices. Sound quality is excellent. Also quite stable. And a great value...." Read more

"Edimax is a great plug and play brand, whose products I am familiar w/ working on both Linux and Raspbian...." Read more

12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the network interface controller adapter. They say it's very good for the price and worth it.

"...Sound quality is excellent. Also quite stable. And a great value. Well-made and packaged, too...." Read more

"...Perfect device for the money. Didnt have to upgrade desktop or buy different style headphones." Read more

"Good price, quick delivery, plug and play as Linux mint mate found and configured it on my older Gateway that didn’t have its own Bluetooth...." Read more

"It's very good for it's price and works really well." Read more

34 customers mention17 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the adapter. Some mention that speakers, headphones or cell phone connect immediately and maintain a very good connectivity and data. They say it reliably auto-connects and the system even routes audio to it while it is. However, other customers say that their bluetooth device would never fully connect, and the adaptor would not connect to the PC at all.

"...No problems connecting and the signal strength was good as well...." Read more

"...But connection is very unstable. It gets disconnected so much I had to stop using it. I ended up buying a different product (EVEO Bluetooth dongle)...." Read more

"...Everything works perfectly w/ zero lag or latency on either device...." Read more

"...EDIT: I've booted into Windows on the same desktop, and the connection is just as poor...." Read more

17 customers mention11 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention that the sound is excellent and stable, while others say that they're having issues with the audio, saying that it starts breaking up or reverting to a horrible sound profile. The audio starts cutting out at around 25 feet or so, and then switches to lowering quality. The sound also has static and isn't in sync.

"...It works well and I'm very pleased with the ease of connection and sound quality." Read more

"...Paired immediately with my devices. Sound quality is excellent. Also quite stable. And a great value. Well-made and packaged, too...." Read more

"...The sound cuts in and out, the screen refreshes for no apparent reason, and some games just don't load because they're apparently having issues with..." Read more

"...Audio quality is decent, about what you would expect from something like this...." Read more

14 customers mention5 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the range of the network interface controller adapter. Some mention it has a long range for its size, while others say that it has poor reception.

"...But on the Edimax, the range is less than half before it starts breaking up or reverting to a horrible sound profile...." Read more

"...No problems connecting and the signal strength was good as well...." Read more

"...Range is tricky. With the Soundsports, it's pretty bad, maybe twenty feet in open air, ten feet if there's any obstruction...." Read more

"...along normally for a couple weeks or so, and suddenly, I lost all signal to the keyboard. It would simply not connect to the PC at all...." Read more

13 customers mention6 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the bluetooth of the adapter. Some mention that it provides full Bluetooth capabilities for their desktop, and Windows 11 was able to fire up Bluetooth discovery. However, others say that the drivers became corrupt, and Bluetooth functionality was completely halted. This rendered the use of Bluetooth devices completely pointless, and frustrating. Some say that it randomly disconnects while on Bluetooth, and the only way to fix the unstable connections is to replace the Bluetooth built into PC.

"This little USB provided full Bluetooth capabilities for my desktop. Perfect device for the money...." Read more

"...I think it was because my Bluetooth built into PC was too old. Spent 5+ hours trying to get it to work...." Read more

"...Windows 11 was able to fire up Bluetooth discovery, and I was able to connect my keyboard-- but with some hitches...." Read more

"Bluetooth did not work on my HP Envy laptop after I installed Linux, including the firmware drivers. This Edimax solved the problem." Read more

11 customers mention0 positive11 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the network interface controller adapter. They mention that the driver causes system instability and breaks system restore. The adapter is also erratic and unstable with frequent drops. Customers also mention that their system is dangerously compromised when it's 3 years past EOL.

"...But on the Edimax, the range is less than half before it starts breaking up or reverting to a horrible sound profile...." Read more

"...At times this seems to happen automatically and at times not. Seems a little buggy...." Read more

"...I'm not really sure. All I can say for sure it that my system isn't stable like it used to be...." Read more

"...Apparently, the drivers became corrupt, and Bluetooth functionality was completely halted...." Read more

So far so good on Ubuntu 22.04
4 Stars
So far so good on Ubuntu 22.04
I connected the drive and it was recognized right away in Ubuntu 22.04. I paired it with my cheap Monoprice 8323 headset (BSH-1701) and I've been streaming audio for a couple hours. Everything seems to work as it should. The mic on the headset also works just fine. I'll update this review if I encounter any oddities.Update: This adapter has very poor range. At around 25ft or so the audio starts cutting out and then switches to a lower audio quality. I can go over twice that distance using my phone with the same headset and it doesn't degrade quality nor cut out.
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