Legal Disclaimer: Monitor Mode and Packet Injection features are for authorized security testing, educational research, and legal penetration testing only. Ensure you have explicit authorization for the target network.
Product Overview
#The AWUS036AXM features the MediaTek MT7921AUN chipset with Wi-Fi 6E tri-band support (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz), reaching up to 3000 Mbps combined, plus Bluetooth 5.2 with an integrated BT antenna. The L-elbow USB-A connector avoids blocking adjacent ports. Includes 2× 5 dBi detachable RP-SMA antennas.
macOS Notice: All ALFA adapters have limited/no macOS support. macOS 11 Big Sur and later, and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) are NOT supported. Maximum macOS support is 10.15 Catalina on Intel Macs.
Key Features
#- Wi-Fi 6E Tri-Band: 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz
- MediaTek MT7921AUN chipset
- Up to 3000 Mbps combined throughput
- Bluetooth 5.2 (integrated BT antenna + LED indicator)
- USB-A L-elbow connector (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)
- 2× RP-SMA female detachable antennas (5 dBi)
- WPA3/WPA2/WPA/WEP/WPS
- Kali Linux Monitor Mode + Packet Injection
Technical Specifications
#| Item | Specification |
|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek MT7921AUN |
| WiFi Standards | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (WiFi 6E) |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4 GHz · 5 GHz · 6 GHz |
| Max Data Rate | 3000 Mbps |
| Bluetooth | BT 5.2 (integrated antenna) |
| Antenna | 2× RP-SMA female, 2× 5 dBi dual-band dipole (detachable) |
| USB Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A L-elbow (5 Gbps) |
| Wireless Security | WPA3 / WPA2 / WPA / WEP / WPS |
OS Support
#| OS | Status | Notes |
|---|
| Windows 10 | ✅ Supported | 2.4+5 GHz only; 6 GHz requires Windows 11 |
| Windows 11 | ✅ Supported | Full tri-band including 6 GHz |
| macOS | ❌ Not supported | No macOS 11+ or Apple Silicon |
| Ubuntu | ✅ Supported | In-kernel mt7921u, kernel ≥ 5.18 |
| Kali Linux | ✅ Supported | Monitor mode + packet injection; firmware files may be needed |
| NetHunter | ⚠️ Partial | OTG; kernel-dependent |
Hardware Support
#| Hardware | Status | Notes |
|---|
| Raspberry Pi 3B+/4/5 | ✅ Supported | Updated Pi OS (kernel ≥ 5.18) |
| Desktop/Laptop PC | ✅ Supported | L-elbow USB-A connector avoids port blocking |
| Mac Intel | ⚠️ Limited | macOS 10.15 Catalina max |
Advanced Capabilities
#| Feature | Status |
|---|
| Monitor Mode | ✅ Yes |
| Packet Injection | ✅ Yes |
| Soft AP Mode | ✅ Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✅ BT 5.2 (integrated BT antenna) |
| VIF | ✅ Yes |
What’s in the Box
#- 1× AWUS036AXM adapter
- 2× 5 dBi antennas
- Quick setup guide
Resources & Links
#Product Datasheet
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Compatible Antenna Upgrades
#All ALFA adapters feature a standard RP-SMA connector. Upgrade with an optional external antenna for greater range and gain:
