Follow the download instructions and be sure to unzip the file to an easily accessible location (for example, on your desktop: I created one in my desktop, call the A6200 where I downloaded and unzipped the file). For Windows 8, DO NOT USE THE DISK! Instead, go to the NetGear website and download the beta version of the Windows 8 software. If you do not want the application, install only the standalone software.
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This software is NOT necessary for the adapter to work. There is a software application also called A6200 Genie that facilitates control of connections.
During a week of testing this device with my Windows 7 laptop, I found that the device was VERY stable and allowed data transfers 30% faster than my old N-rated adapter. Be sure to load the FIRST software, then connect the A6200 adapter when prompted. Let me give you my results with each one: For Windows 7, follow the package instructions. I needed this adapter to support computers with Windows 7 and Windows 8. Since I upgraded my router, I wanted to take advantage of this additional speed and decided to buy this adapter. If you have one of the new AC routers, you should also buy a WIFI AC adapter to take advantage of the additional speed of the 5 GHz band provided by the new standard.