Comfast Cf-wu713n Driver Info

Here is where the COMFAST CF-WU713N becomes a headache. The kernel does not include the driver by default. Do not bother with ndiswrapper.

After banging my head against the wall for three hours, here is the only method that worked reliably:

The COMFAST CF-WU713N Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

is a legacy ultra-compact 150Mbps Wireless-N USB adapter. Because it uses older hardware, finding and installing the correct driver is the most common challenge users face today. Driver Technical Specifications

To find the correct driver manually, you need to identify the internal chipset. The

typically utilizes the Realtek RTL8188EUS (or occasionally the RTL8188GU) chipset. Standard: IEEE 802.11n (2.4GHz) Max Speed: 150 Mbps Interface: USB 2.0 comfast cf-wu713n driver

Official Support: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10; limited Linux and Mac OS support. How to Download and Install 1. Official Sources

You can typically find the drivers on the COMFAST Official Download Center. Search for " " in the search bar.

Note: The manufacturer’s website can be slow or occasionally offline. If the specific model doesn't appear, look for the "Realtek 8188" driver package, as it is cross-compatible. 2. Alternative: Realtek Generic Drivers

Since COMFAST is a third-party integrator, using the generic Realtek RTL8188EUS driver often provides better stability on Windows 10 and 11. These are available through major driver repositories or Microsoft Update Catalog. 3. Installation Steps

Plug in the device: Windows 10/11 may attempt to install a generic driver automatically. Here is where the COMFAST CF-WU713N becomes a headache

Run the Setup: If using the COMFAST download, unzip the folder and run Setup.exe. Manual Update (If Setup Fails): Open Device Manager. Find the "Unknown Device" or "Realtek Wireless" entry.

Right-click > Update Driver > Browse my computer for drivers.

Point the selector to the folder containing the .inf file from your download. Common Troubleshooting

Slow Speeds: Ensure you are connected to a 2.4GHz band. This adapter does not support 5GHz (802.11ac).

Device Not Recognized: Try a different USB port directly on the motherboard (rear ports) rather than a front-panel case port or a non-powered hub. This report analyzes the driver requirements and technical

Windows 11 Compatibility: If the driver won't install, right-click the Setup.exe, go to Properties > Compatibility, and set it to Windows 7.

This report analyzes the driver requirements and technical specifications for the Comfast CF-WU713N, a low-cost USB wireless network adapter. The device is typically marketed as a high-gain, long-range Wi-Fi receiver. Due to the generic nature of the brand and inconsistent revision numbering, identifying the correct driver is the primary technical challenge for this hardware. This report outlines the chipset architecture, driver sourcing, and installation procedures.

No official driver exists for modern macOS (Catalina and later). Some users report success with Chris1111’s Wireless USB Adapter Clover patch for older Intel Macs, but Apple’s deprecation of third-party Wi-Fi drivers makes this unreliable.

There is a fantastic open-source project called rtl88x2bu. Do this:

Open a terminal and run:

# 1. Update your system
sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y