How to set up a wireless network on Linux

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How to set up a wireless network on Linux
How to set up a wireless network on Linux
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This article provides a step-by-step guide to setting up a home wireless network (IEEE 802.11 also known as Wi-Fi) on Linux.

Steps

Most wireless adapters are not designed to work on Linux OS, there are no developed drivers and firmware, which inevitably leads to problems. Thanks to significant efforts from the Linux community and some vendors, it has been decided to remedy this situation and recently Linux vendors have released distributions that support a significant number of wireless cards.

The Ubuntu Wi-Fi Documentation is a good, and frequently updated guide with information on which cards are supported in the latest versions of Ubuntu (the latest versions of other distros should have similar levels of support). It also lists cards that have free software for users who have a philosophical (or otherwise) objection to closed source drivers.

Method 1 of 3: Installing a New Router

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 1
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 1

Step 1. Connect your router to the internet if you want to share your internet

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 2
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 2

Step 2. Connect the router to your computer using a network cable

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 3
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 3

Step 3. Launch your browser and enter the "192.168.0.1" address or your server address of the router

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 4
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 4

Step 4. Enter the username and password from your router (often "admin" and

admin!), then enter your ISP.

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 5
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 5

Step 5. Turn on the wireless option, set up WEP (or WPA) encryption, and enter the network password

Method 2 of 3: Locate your wireless adapter

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Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 6

Step 1. Your wireless adapter should be automatically detected and available in the configuration of your distribution network tools (NetworkManager)

In the event that the card is "NOT" found, do the following:

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Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 7

Step 2. Enter iwconfig in a terminal to see that the wireless network has been detected

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 8
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 8

Step 3. Enter sudo lshw (or lspci or lsusb) in the hardware list and get detailed information about the chipset and what your card is in use

Try searching the internet or posting to the support forums to find out if the chipset supports your card.

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Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 9

Step 4. If you are using Linux Mint, try MintWifi

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Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 10

Step 5. You may need to use NdisWrapper and Windows driver

Search the Ndiswrapper manual or ask the forums for help.

Method 3 of 3: Connecting to the network

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Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 11

Step 1. If your distribution uses NetworkManager, there should be an icon next to the clock that you can click on

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 12
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 12

Step 2. Select "Encryption" (WEP or WPA) and enter the passcode

Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 13
Set up a Wireless Network in Linux Step 13

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