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TP-Link TL-WN781ND 150Mbps Wireless N PCI Adapter

4.6 (13 reviews)

Reliable Wireless Connectivity for Your DesktopThe TP-Link TL-WN781ND Wireless N PCI Express Adapter provides reliable wireless connectivity for your desktop computer. With fast speeds and easy setup, this adapter allows you to connect to your network with ease. Wireless Standard: 802.11n/b/g ...

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Overview

Reliable Wireless Connectivity for Your Desktop

The TP-Link TL-WN781ND Wireless N PCI Express Adapter provides reliable wireless connectivity for your desktop computer. With fast speeds and easy setup, this adapter allows you to connect to your network with ease.

  • Wireless Standard: 802.11n/b/g
  • Speed: 150Mbps
  • Interface: PCI Express
  • Antenna: 1 x 2dBi Antenna

Key Features

Adopts Align technology, with transmit speed up to 150Mbps Provides PCI Express connector having a wider compatibility with any standard PCI Express slot Supports QSS function, complying with WPS for worry free wireless security Supports 64/128/152-bit WEP, WPA /WPA2/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK(TKIP/AES), supports IEEE 802.1X

Standards: IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b Interface: PCI Express Antenna: 2dBi Detachable Mini-Omni Antenna Wireless Speed:802.11n: Up to 150Mbps 802.11g: Up to 54Mbps 802.11b: Up to 11Mbps

Frequency Range: 2.4~2.4835GHz Wireless Transmit Power: 18dBm(MAX EIRP) Modulation Technology: OFDM/CCK/16-QAM/64-QAM Receiver Sensitivity:130M: -68dBm@10% PER 108M: -68dBm@10% PER 54M: -68dBm@10% PER

Support Operating System: Windows 7(32/64bits), Windows Vista(32/64bits), Windows XP(32/64bits), Windows 2000 Certifications: CE, FCC Work Mode: Ad-Hoc; Infrastructure Wireless Security: Support 64/128 bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES)

Specifications

Model
TL-WN781ND
Wireless Standards
IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b
Interface
PCI Express
Antenna
2dBi Detachable Mini-Omni Antenna
Wireless Speed (802.11n)
Up to 150Mbps
Wireless Speed (802.11g)
Up to 54Mbps
Wireless Speed (802.11b)
Up to 11Mbps
Frequency Range
2.4~2.4835GHz
Wireless Transmit Power
18dBm(MAX EIRP)
Modulation Technology
OFDM/CCK/16-QAM/64-QAM
Receiver Sensitivity (130M)
-68dBm@10% PER
Receiver Sensitivity (108M)
-68dBm@10% PER
Receiver Sensitivity (54M)
-68dBm@10% PER
Supported Operating Systems
Windows 7 (32/64bits), Windows Vista (32/64bits), Windows XP (32/64bits), Windows 2000
Certifications
CE, FCC
Work Mode
Ad-Hoc; Infrastructure
Wireless Security
64/128/152-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), IEEE 802.1X

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Achieves transmit speeds up to 150Mbps with Align technology, improving wireless throughput.
  • Features a PCI Express connector, offering wider compatibility with modern motherboard slots.
  • Supports QSS function and WPS for simplified and worry-free wireless security setup.
  • Includes a 2dBi Detachable Mini-Omni Antenna, allowing for potential upgrades or adjustments.
  • Broad compatibility with Windows operating systems, including Windows 7, Vista, XP, and 2000.

👎 Cons

  • Maximum wireless speed is 150Mbps, which is slower than newer Wireless N or AC standards for demanding applications.
  • Utilizes the 2.4GHz frequency range, which can be susceptible to interference in congested environments.
  • The 2dBi antenna, while detachable, is a mini-omni antenna, which may offer limited range compared to larger or directional options.
  • Does not support dual-band Wi-Fi (5GHz), limiting its utility in environments with heavy 2.4GHz traffic.
  • Requires an available PCI Express slot, making it unsuitable for laptops or systems without this expansion option.

Frequently Asked Questions

The TP-Link TL-WN781ND adapter can achieve transmit speeds up to 150Mbps using 802.11n technology.
This adapter requires a PCI Express connector, offering compatibility with standard PCI Express slots.
Yes, it supports 64/128/152-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES), and IEEE 802.1X for wireless security.
Yes, it comes with a 2dBi Detachable Mini-Omni Antenna, allowing for removal or potential upgrades.
It supports Windows 7 (32/64bits), Windows Vista (32/64bits), Windows XP (32/64bits), and Windows 2000.
The adapter operates within the 2.4~2.4835GHz frequency range.
Yes, it supports the QSS function, complying with WPS for worry-free wireless security setup.