This is the rare Version 1 (v1) of the TL-WN722N. Unlike v2 or v3, this unit contains the Atheros AR9271 chipset, making it a "holy grail" for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts. It is natively supported by Kali Linux, Parrot OS, and Arch Linux without needing custom drivers for advanced wireless tasks.
KEY CAPABILITIES
Native Monitor Mode: Supported out of the box.
Packet Injection: Supported for wireless auditing/pentesting.
Chipset: Verified Atheros AR9271.
Compatibility: Works with Raspberry Pi, standard Linux distros, and legacy Windows.
CONDITION DETAILS
Functionality: Fully tested and 100% working.
Physical: As noted in the condition box, there is some minor discoloration on the metal USB shielding and light surface scratches on the white plastic housing. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect performance.
Photos: Please see the high-resolution photos, specifically the one showing the Ver: 1.x sticker to verify the hardware revision.
SELLER TERMS
Shipping: Shipped via tracked service within 24 hours of payment.
Fraud Prevention: Serial number and hardware version have been recorded and photographed alongside the shipping label.