Description
Upgrade your computer to support 802.11ax Wi-Fi and enjoy smooth 4K video streaming, online gaming, and web browsing experiences with the ASUS USB-AX56 AX1800 Wireless Dual-Band USB Wi-Fi Adapter. Simply plug this compact adapter into the USB Type-A port of your computer directly to connect to compatible networks and transfer up to 1775 Mb/s over the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands. Beamforming, OFDMA, and MU-MIMO technologies provide efficient, far-reaching, and reliable connections to compatible devices. Other 801.11ax features include Target Wake Time, which automatically puts mobile devices to sleep when they’re not in use to conserve battery life. At the same time, WPA3 encryption helps to keep your network secure from intruders. With its plug-and-play design, the ASUS USB-AX56 works with your Windows 10 computer without requiring additional software drivers.
- Instant upgrade to WiFi 6 – Boost your PC to 802.11ax standard via USB with speeds up to 1800 Mbps.
- Ultra-high efficiency – Enable faster transmission in high density environments with OFDMA, MU-MIMO and BSS Coloring.
- Amplified signal – External antenna ensures powerful WiFi signal.
- Supports WPA3 security – For enhanced WiFi security and more robust authentication.
- Plug-and-play – Easy to use with wide operating system support.
Instant Upgrade to WiFi 6
Ultrafast WiFi Speed
Comparing the speed of 2×2 802.11ax on 5 GHz / 80 MHz channels with 1024QAM modulation to speed of 2×2 802.11ac on 5 GHz / 80 MHz channels with 256QAM modulation.
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4X More Efficient Connections
OFDMA and MU-MIMO greatly increase connection efficiency, giving improved network capacity.** A WiFi 6-compatible router is required to enjoy all the benefits of the WiFi 6 standard.
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80% Longer Range
OFDMA divides frequency channels into smaller sub-channels, which means they can travel further.****Refers to uplink OFDMA performance.
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7X Better Power Savings
Target Wake Time allows devices to sleep when they are not active, reducing power consumption.******Compared to WiFi 5. Power savings vary according to the scenario.
Beamforming Boosts WiFi Range
Enhanced WPA3 Network Security
Plug-And-Play
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Model Name |
USB-AX56 | |
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Network Standard |
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IEEEÂ 802.11a |
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| IEEEÂ 802.11b | ||
| IEEEÂ 802.11g | ||
| WiFi 4 (802.11n) | ||
| WiFi 5 (802.11ac) | ||
| WiFi 6 (802.11ax) | ||
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Product Segment |
AX1800 ultimate AX performance: 1201Mbps+574Mbps | |
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Interface |
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 | |
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Data Rate |
802.11a : up to 54 Mbps |
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| 802.11b : up to 11 Mbps | ||
| 802.11g : up to 54 Mbps | ||
| WiFi 4 (802.11n) : up to 400 Mbps | ||
| WiFi 5 (802.11ac) : up to 867 Mbps | ||
| WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (2.4GHz) : up to 574 Mbps | ||
| WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5GHz) : up to 1201 Mbps | ||
| WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5GHz) : up to 1201 Mbps | ||
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Operating Frequency |
Dual band 2.4GHz & 5GHz | |
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OS Support |
OS Support : Windows 10,
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11.5
