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 AWUS036AXML 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 throughput, plus integrated Bluetooth 5.2. The USB-C interface comes with a 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A cable for compatibility with modern laptops and desktops. A detachable RP-SMA antenna and screen clip mount are included.
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 (combo chip)
- USB-C interface (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)
- Includes 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A cable
- 1× RP-SMA detachable antenna
- Includes screen clip mount
- WPA3/WPA2/WPA/WEP/WPS
- Kali Linux Monitor Mode (kernel ≥ 5.18)
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 (20/40 MHz) · 5 GHz (20/40/80 MHz) · 6 GHz (20/40/80 MHz) |
| Max Data Rate | 2.4GHz: 600 Mbps · 5GHz: 1200 Mbps · 6GHz: 1200 Mbps · Combined: 3000 Mbps |
| Bluetooth | BT 5.2 (combo chip) |
| Antenna Connector | 1× RP-SMA female (detachable) |
| USB Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (5 Gbps) |
| Cable | 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A |
| Wireless Security | WPA3 / WPA2 / WPA / WEP / WPS |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
OS Support
#| OS | Status | Notes |
|---|
| Windows 10 | ✅ Supported | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz only; 6 GHz not available on Win10 |
| Windows 11 | ✅ Supported | Full tri-band including 6 GHz |
| macOS | ❌ Not supported | No macOS 11+ or Apple Silicon support |
| Ubuntu | ✅ Supported | In-kernel mt7921u driver, kernel ≥ 5.18 (Ubuntu 22.10+) |
| Kali Linux | ✅ Supported | Monitor mode ≥ kernel 5.18; active monitor mode ≥ 6.12; packet injection supported |
| NetHunter (Android) | ⚠️ Partial | OTG; kernel-dependent |
Hardware Support
#| Hardware | Status | Notes |
|---|
| Raspberry Pi 3B+/4/5 | ✅ Supported | Updated Pi OS (kernel ≥ 5.18); may need firmware file copy |
| Desktop/Laptop PC | ✅ Supported | USB-C or USB-A via included 2-in-1 cable |
| Mac Intel | ⚠️ Limited | macOS 10.15 Catalina maximum |
Advanced Capabilities
#| Feature | Status |
|---|
| Monitor Mode | ✅ Yes (kernel ≥ 5.18; active mode ≥ 6.12) |
| Packet Injection | ✅ Yes |
| Soft AP Mode | ✅ Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✅ BT 5.2 |
| VIF | ✅ Yes |
What’s in the Box
#- 1× AWUS036AXML adapter
- 1× Detachable dipole antenna
- 1× 2-in-1 USB-C/USB-A cable
- 1× Screen clip mount
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:
