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db3
Aspirant
Feb 17, 2016
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wndr4300 no wireless in linux mint

i just installed linux mint on my thinkpad laptop & discovered I have no internet unless I plug in the cable.

 

I also have win7 on it & it will work wireless, no cable.

 

Anyone know the routine for getting it to work wireless in linux mint? or does it not do that.

 

Troubleshooting
  • db3's avatar
    db3
    Feb 22, 2016

    using mint 17.3 cinnamon.

    it started working.

    i think it takes a bit longer to establish conn than cable.

     

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  • Retired_Member's avatar
    Retired_Member
    Feb 17, 2016

    missing mint drivers for wifi card?

    • db3's avatar
      db3
      Aspirant
      Feb 17, 2016

      i suspect missing drivers is the case but so far no luck finding them

       

      i'd be interested to know if the combo of lenovo thinkpad + netgear +linux is a nogo as far as wireless is comcerned.

       

      I'm beginning tio get that impression.

       

      • Retired_Member's avatar
        Retired_Member
        Feb 17, 2016

        The problem isn't netgear (this time) you should take this up with your wifi card manufacture. Before changing OS it's a good idea to be sure your hardware is supported by checking for drivers.

         

        Good Luck!