So we switched to a Windows laptop and downloaded its driver instead. However, the version for Mac OS 10.7 'and higher' did not work on Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks). So we proceeded to the above-average Kinivo driver download page and quickly found a link. The drivers are included on a mini-CD, which we didn't want to risk inserting into our test Mac's slot-loading DVD drive. Our first attempt at testing the WID 308 was with our MacBook Pro. Our tests didn't get close to that, but we were impressed with its range but were able to identify a few issues with its drivers. When connections are good, the WID 380 drivers use 802.11n channel bonding to deliver a maximum theoretical bandwidth of 300 Mbps.
This USB-to-802.11 g/b/n device employs two external 2dBi antennas that can swivel to help achieve the optimal connection and fastest possible speeds. And with a list price of $19, it can easily be part of every field worker's toolkit. For field workers and other extended-range scenarios, resellers may want to try the Kinivo WID 380 Wireless 300 Mbps Enhanced USB Adapter, a long name for a long-range device for Linux, Mac and Windows. While most modern laptops include Wi-Fi, none provide much versatility when it comes to antenna positioning, and virtually all provide a fixed range.
