{"product_id":"tp-link-ub500-bluetooth-5-nano-usb-adapter","title":"TP-Link UB500 Bluetooth 5.0 Nano USB Adapter","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTP-Link UB500 Bluetooth 5.0 Nano USB Adapter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdd Bluetooth 5.0 to Any PC or Laptop — Plug In and Go\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link UB500 is an ultra-compact Bluetooth 5.0 nano USB adapter that instantly adds Bluetooth wireless connectivity to any desktop PC or laptop with a USB port. At just 14.8 × 6.8 × 18.9 mm, it sits flush with your USB port and stays out of the way. Plug-and-play compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, and 7, and backward compatible with all previous Bluetooth versions — connect headphones, speakers, keyboards, mice, controllers, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBluetooth 5.0 — latest standard with improved range, speed, and connection stability over Bluetooth 4.x\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackward compatible with Bluetooth 4.0 \/ 3.0 \/ 2.1 \/ 2.0 \/ 1.1 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 interface — compatible with any USB-A port\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNano form factor — 14.8 × 6.8 × 18.9 mm; sits nearly flush with the USB port\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play on Windows 10 \/ 8.1 \/ 7 — driver installation required (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStable wireless connectivity for headphones, speakers, keyboards, mice, and other Bluetooth peripherals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesktop PCs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Bluetooth to a desktop computer that lacks built-in Bluetooth — connect wireless headphones, speakers, keyboards, and mice without cables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOlder Laptops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgrade a laptop with outdated Bluetooth 4.x to Bluetooth 5.0 for improved range and connection stability with modern peripherals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Offices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse to a desktop PC for a clean, cable-free workspace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect Bluetooth game controllers, headsets, and accessories to a Windows PC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nano size means it can stay plugged in permanently without risk of damage in a bag or case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUB500\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth Version\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBluetooth 5.0 (backward compatible with 4.0 \/ 3.0 \/ 2.1 \/ 2.0 \/ 1.1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUSB 2.0 (Type-A)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCompatible OS\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWindows 10 \/ 8.1 \/ 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e14.8 × 6.8 × 18.9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0.04 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0°C – 40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOperating Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10–90% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUB500 adapter, quick installation guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the UB500 work with macOS or Linux?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UB500 officially supports Windows 10, 8.1, and 7 only. macOS and Linux are not officially supported by TP-Link for this adapter. Some users report limited functionality on macOS with third-party drivers, but this is not guaranteed or supported by TP-Link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to install drivers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Unlike some USB Wi-Fi adapters, the UB500 requires driver installation on Windows. The driver is included on a mini CD or available for download from the TP-Link support website. Installation takes only a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the UB500 work with my Bluetooth 4.x headphones or keyboard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The UB500 is backward compatible with Bluetooth 4.0, 3.0, 2.1, 2.0, and 1.1 devices. Any Bluetooth peripheral that works with older Bluetooth versions will also work with the UB500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I leave the UB500 plugged in permanently?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its nano size — just 14.8 × 18.9 mm — means it sits nearly flush with the USB port and is unlikely to be knocked or damaged during normal use. It is designed to be left plugged in permanently on desktop PCs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Bluetooth 5.0 offer better range than Bluetooth 4.x?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Bluetooth 5.0 offers up to 4× the range and 2× the speed of Bluetooth 4.2 in ideal conditions. In practice, this means more reliable connections to peripherals at greater distances, with fewer dropouts in environments with wireless interference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43198361305317,"sku":"UB500","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/tp-link-ub500-bluetooth-5-3-nano-usb-adapter.webp?v=1779527977","url":"https:\/\/cctvguru.com.au\/products\/tp-link-ub500-bluetooth-5-nano-usb-adapter","provider":"CCTV Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}