Zorin-OS version 17.3 with Core-64 and 64-bit R2 struggles to connect to Wi-Fi.
Zorin-OS version 17.3 with Core-64 and 64-bit R2 struggles to connect to Wi-Fi.
Received three downloads for MX Linux. Internet speed is decent but not fast, and it hasn’t been a big problem before. Now I’m checking if there’s a torrent link available, which should help fix things automatically. I’ll use hashcalc afterward to confirm the results.
Verify the KDE release for compatibility. This appears to resemble Windows, which aligns with your choice of Zorin. KDE supports fractional scaling and multiple monitors, fitting the AHS (Advanced Hardware Support) version. If issues persist, explore the MX tools. I didn’t require it, but a USB Wi-Fi adapter might work on your Windows PC—just to confirm they’re functional.
I saved the MX-25_fluxbox_x64 file and it detected Wi-Fi properly. Used the Live USB key for setup. The lsusb command confirmed it recognized the Wi-Fi as normal. However, once I followed Linux commands, everything began to fail. I couldn't figure out how to get it connected. The option turned grayed out. Wi-Fi networks disappeared, and I lost access to them. Just thought about installing it on another machine—it might be worth trying, just in case things get messed up.
Verdic is among those who prefer mint, but it seems tricky. I just tried MX and it worked once before. Let's go back to basics. The USB list shows the Wi-Fi key is present, but I can't find the drivers and the old repo isn't functioning. Upgrading to the latest kernel didn't help either, and rolling back to a known working version also failed. I've even tried reverting to something I remember worked, but it didn't. Any suggestions on fixing this on Mint?
Also, I'm worried about safety—storing devices in the car park with owners tied down and setting fire to nearby areas isn't an option. I've already asked for help.
Flu box is a unique setup designed for very old or weak computers. It doesn't require AHS, meaning it uses fewer hardware resources. KDE is a solid choice here. It resembles W10 and should handle any Linux distribution that works with older hardware. Have you tested it on a Windows PC yet? If users prefer Mint, they can proceed with that. For newcomers, Mint or Ubuntu is the best starting point.