Using a WiFi dongle with Linux Mint or Ubuntu

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duta_
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07-08-2016, 04:31 AM

Well, it's straightforward. Locate the LM on your desktop for Linux Mint. Move the mouse over administration. On the right side of the LM menu (start menu), double-click driver manager. You'll be asked for your Mint password. Driver Manager will refresh its cache and display the devices installed on your system. In my setup, I have a GTX 1050ti and a Netgear Inc. A6100 AC600 DB Wireless adapter. Select the open source or recommended driver. Make the changes. The PC will install the device and ask for a restart to complete. Once restarted, click the network icon and log in. You may need system permissions to connect to your WiFi network. Now the dongle should function properly. Unlike Windows 10, it won't auto-install when connected to a wired network. Also, the PC must remain wired during driver installation. This applies to Linux Mint.

duta_

07-08-2016, 04:31 AM #1

Babys4us
Junior Member

07-08-2016, 07:45 PM

Likely should have added this to the Guides & Tutorials section. I assumed you were trying to implement it yourself.

Babys4us

07-08-2016, 07:45 PM #2

Likely should have added this to the Guides & Tutorials section. I assumed you were trying to implement it yourself.

lasterjump
Junior Member

07-15-2016, 02:46 AM

Install driver easily after setup. Data saved by Linux. Good luck to those using Linux.

lasterjump

07-15-2016, 02:46 AM #3

Install driver easily after setup. Data saved by Linux. Good luck to those using Linux.

xZeldaTijgerx
Junior Member

07-16-2016, 12:39 AM

I was attempting to use a ready-to-install tool on Linux.

xZeldaTijgerx

07-16-2016, 12:39 AM #4

I was attempting to use a ready-to-install tool on Linux.