Upgrades Bluetooth support for Windows XP and later, and Linux PCs.
Extremely compact and safe to leave in for laptop travel.
Supports a wide range of Bluetooth devices including keyboards, mice, and headsets.
Automatic installation with Windows and built-in support for Linux.
Energy efficient operation.
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Description
This Plugable USB Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Micro Adapter upgrades Bluetooth support for PCs running Windows XP and later, or Linux PCs and Raspberry Pi. It is an extremely compact USB adapter, safe to leave in for laptop travel. It supports Bluetooth keyboards, mice, headsets, and more with the Microsoft built-in stack. It also supports Bluetooth stereo headsets and more with the WIDCOMM stack (install required). The adapter specifically works with Microsoft's new Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy support in Windows 8. Support is built into Linux kernels 3.0.34 and higher for profiles supported by Linux. It offers automatic installation with Windows and updates in Windows 10 with the Bluetooth stack by default. It includes a Broadcom Bluetooth stack for Windows 8.1, 8, and 7 (available separately for 10). It works with Raspbian and Ubuntu on the Raspberry Pi. Note: This adapter does not add low power Bluetooth capacity (Bluetooth 4.0) to Windows 7 or earlier. It is not compatible with car sound systems or televisions, and does not work with Mac computers. It is not recommended for computers provided by employers. Some audio devices, such as the Bose QuietComfort 35, may require downloading specific drivers to work in Windows 7. The color of the adapter is Black.
FAQ
This adapter is compatible with Windows XP and later, and Linux PCs (including Raspberry Pi).
Yes, it is extremely compact and safe to leave in for laptop travel.
Yes, it specifically works with Microsoft's new Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy support in Windows 8 and later. However, it does not add low power Bluetooth capacity to Windows 7 or earlier.
It supports Bluetooth keyboards, mice, headsets, speakers, and more.
It does not work with car sound systems or televisions, and does not work with Mac computers. Some audio devices may require specific drivers.
Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows XP Professional, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Windows Vista Enterprise, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, and more
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TP-LINK UB4A
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4.4 / 5 (12,742)
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Manufacturer
TP-LINK
Bluetooth version
4.0
Compatible operating system
Windows 10, Windows 8
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Hands DIY USB Bluetooth adapter
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4.5 / 5 (6,184)
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5.0
Compatible operating system
Windows 7
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Model
TP-LINK UB400
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4.3 / 5 (90,570)
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Manufacturer
TP-LINK
Bluetooth version
2.0, 2.1, 4.1
Compatible operating system
Windows 8.1, Windows XP, Windows 10, Windows 7
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