Orange PI 5 Bluetooth & Wifi dongle who does not need a driver

Last Updated on September 12, 2023 by pg@petergamma.org

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User comments on Aliexpress:

1. This Wi-Fi + Bluetooth module works right out of the box without the need of drivers on the Orange Pi 5. I am using Batocera OS (based on Arch Linux), so I tested it both on the network and a with wireless BT controller. The only thing that I would point out is the fact that only 2.5G network is supported. Not a problem at all for me.

2. I just received it this morning … So far, I’ve tried it on both Armbian, and Ubuntu for my Orange Pi5 and it’s working flawlessly. Can’t ask for more than that.

3. Unfortunately the wifi speed is disappointing because download speed is below 1Mbps with my Orange Pi 5 (Armbian latest version installed) whereas it is around 100Mbps when it’s plugged with ethernet cable.

But there are no user comments if Bluetooth keyboard and mouse are working with this dongle.

Ace1000ks1975: “I only used my Wifi Bluetooth USB dongle to connect to the internet. I use a USB keyboard and mouse, so I don’t know if a bluetooth keyboard or mouse works with this thing.”