Open the Windows Device Manager while connected to a temporary internet source (such as tethering).

This indicates a driver conflict. Right-click the device in Device Manager, select Uninstall Device , unplug the adapter, restart your PC, and plug it back in to force a clean driver reinstall.

: Windows often turns off USB ports to save power. In Device Manager, right-click your Alfa adapter, go to Power Management , and uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power .

# Update local software packaging definitions sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade -y # Install standard building infrastructure and headers sudo apt install build-essential linux-headers-$(uname -r) # Verify the system registers the MediaTek hardware signature lsusb Use code with caution.