Tp Tl-wn722n Driver May 2026

Windows Update often installs a "generic" Microsoft driver that provides basic internet connectivity but disables the advanced features (like monitor mode or even the hardware LEDs).

Fix: The latest Kali uses a very new kernel. The ath9k_htc driver sometimes conflicts with mt7921u. Run: tp tl-wn722n driver

sudo modprobe -r ath9k_htc
sudo modprobe ath9k_htc
sudo systemctl restart NetworkManager

This is the most complex. You need the 8812au driver. Windows Update often installs a "generic" Microsoft driver

Installation for v3:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install -y dkms git
git clone https://github.com/aircrack-ng/rtl8812au
cd rtl8812au
sudo make dkms_install

For monitor mode on v3, you must disable power management: This is the most complex

iwconfig wlan0 power off

lsusb

If your TL-WN722N still refuses to work after installing the driver: