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D-Link DWA-172 network card WLAN 433 Mbit/s

D-Link DWA-172, Wireless, USB, WLAN, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 433 Mbit/s

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6 March 2026£24.66
9 March 2026£23.72
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Product Information

The DWA-172 Wireless AC600 Dual-Band High-Gain USB Adapter lets you experience faster wireless speeds than ever before by delivering powerful Wireless AC technology to your desktop or notebook computer. Simply plug the adapter into an available USB port and connect to a secure wireless network with an Internet connection, and right away you‘ll be browsing the web, chatting to your friends, streaming HD video or gaming online. With its integrated dual-band technology, over the 2.4 GHz (150 Mbps1) or 5 GHz (up to 433 Mbps1) bands, you’ll have reduced Wi-Fi interference to maximise throughput for faster streaming, gaming, and VoIP calls.

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!

Network Cards D-Link

Product

Name
D-Link DWA-172 network card WLAN 433 Mbit/s
Brand
D-Link

Network

Maximum data transfer rate
433 Mbit/s
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 GHz
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 Mbit/s
Security algorithms
WPA, WPA2, WPS

System requirements

Windows operating systems supported
Yes

Weight & dimensions

Width
15.7 mm
Depth
15 mm
Height
193 mm
Weight
23.2 g

Ports & interfaces

Connectivity technology
Wireless
Host interface
USB
Interface
WLAN
USB ports quantity
1

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)
-20 - 75 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)
10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)
5 - 95%

Power

Output voltage
5 V

Other features

Gain
3 dBi

Design

Internal
No
Antenna
Yes
LED indicators
Yes
Certification
FCC Class B IC CE C-Tick Wi-Fi Certified Wi-Fi Protected Setup

Logistics data

Harmonized System (HS) code
85176990
Shipping (inner) case net weight
6.3 kg
Shipping (inner) case length
45.7 cm
Shipping (inner) case height
32 cm
Shipping (inner) case width
44.3 cm
Products per shipping (inner) case
40 pc(s)
Pallet gross weight (air)
191.2 kg
Master (outer) cases per pallet (air)
24 pc(s)
Products per pallet (air)
960 pc(s)
Pallet height (air)
2.1 m
Pallet gross weight (sea)
191.2 kg
Master (outer) cases per pallet (sea)
24 pc(s)
Products per pallet (sea)
960 pc(s)
Pallet height (sea)
2.1 m
Shipping (inner) case gross weight
7.3 kg
Pallet gross width
110 cm
Pallet gross length
120 cm

Packaging data

Quantity
1
Package width
137 mm
Package depth
208 mm
Package height
36 mm
Package weight
60 g

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