Your new Ubuntu system might need a different WiFi adapter. Check compatibility before replacing.
Your new Ubuntu system might need a different WiFi adapter. Check compatibility before replacing.
You're starting from scratch with the TP link AC1300 Archer T4U Plus and looking into Ubuntu. It's normal to feel unsure—compiling a repository can be tricky if you're new. You might want to explore the forum posts for guidance, but since you're on Ubuntu 22.04, consider checking if the adapter is compatible directly or if a different solution would work better. Don’t stress too much; take it step by step.
I might find an Alfa USB Wi-Fi adapter for about thirty dollars.
The device uses the RTL8822B chipset, requiring the specified driver from https://github.com/RinCat/RTL88x2BU-Linux-Driver. Manual updates are necessary during installation, which can be cumbersome. Efforts are underway to integrate it into the Linux kernel, potentially simplifying future maintenance. For alternatives, consider a PCI-e WiFi adapter with an Intel chipset—Intel supports Linux well and these products are widely available. For example, https://www.amazon.com/GIGABYTE-GC-Wbax2...B07VNBC5PS Note that not all items come with built-in support. The manufacturer provides a compatibility list at https://docs.alfa.com.tw/Support/Compat/#ubuntu-2204.
Consider my suggestions at your own cost. Check the link https://launchpad.net/~kelebek333/+archi...u/kablosuz for a possible solution. This should function with an auto-updating driver like r8822bu-dkms. Installing it via sudo and updating then should work. Alternatively, opting for a natively supported version may offer better stability.
Kernels are typically released without needing major changes, so you shouldn’t have to downgrade. The 5.10 compatible adapter should work fine.
When it fits into version 5.10, it should be included in the latest kernel release. After drivers are integrated into the kernel, they tend to stay added. The main concern is checking if it works directly with the kernel or needs a third-party extension. For instance, the Intel driver mentioned is fully supported by the kernel, whereas your Archer T4U relies on an external module.