Ugreen Ac1300 Usb Wifi Adapter Driver Updated
Here’s a detailed write-up on updating the driver for the UGREEN AC1300 USB Wi-Fi Adapter (typically based on the MediaTek MT7612U or Realtek RTL8812BU chipset).
2. Uninstall Ghost Devices
Old driver remnants cause conflicts.
- In Device Manager, click View → Show hidden devices.
- Uninstall any grayed-out network adapters with "Realtek" or "UGREEN" in the name.
- Restart and reinstall the updated driver.
Overview
The UGREEN AC1300 is a high-performance dual-band USB Wi-Fi adapter, offering speeds up to 400 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz (total 1300 Mbps). It supports 802.11ac, MU-MIMO, and is often used to upgrade older laptops or desktops. However, like many third-party adapters, it requires proper driver updates to maintain stability, performance, and security. ugreen ac1300 usb wifi adapter driver updated
Performance Breakdown
Speed & Throughput The AC1300 standard (up to 867 Mbps on 5GHz) is plenty for a home office setup. Post-update, the adapter handles 4K YouTube streaming without buffering. Transferring files from my NAS (Network Attached Storage) is now significantly snappier, averaging around 30-40 MB/s write speeds over WiFi, which is impressive for a USB 2.0 interface device. Here’s a detailed write-up on updating the driver
Range & Signal Strength The adapter has two external antennas. With the new drivers, these actually seem to function correctly. I am one room away from the router, and I now have a full signal bar in the Windows network menu. Previously, with the old driver, it showed 3 bars. The signal management is much better now, intelligently locking onto the 5GHz band rather than constantly drifting to the slower 2.4GHz band. In Device Manager, click View → Show hidden devices
Thermals One thing the driver update didn't fix is that this thing runs warm. It isn't dangerously hot, but it is noticeable to the touch after heavy use. This seems to be a hardware design choice, not a software issue.
Q: How often should I check for driver updates?
A: Every 3–4 months. Subscribe to UGREEN’s newsletter or check Realtek’s driver page quarterly.